Job Description

The Primary and Community Health Policy team is responsible for leading a team of policy analysts in the provision of robust policy advice to improve outcomes for New Zealanders. 

As Manager, you will effectively manage a dynamic and fast-paced environment, balancing competing priorities whilst fostering strategic relationships with stakeholders (including other government agencies and health leaders), as well as: 

• Lead programmes of work to deliver on the Government's and Ministry priorities and objectives 

• Lead the development, planning and implementation of specific strategies, report on progress and ensure objectives are achieved 

• Ensure the quality of work produced by the team is of a high standard and is delivered in a timely manner 

This role is band 20G with a midpoint of $162,129, appointing salary dependent on individual skills and experience. This role is fixed term until November 2025, the intended start date is 27 January. 

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring  

• Significant government policy experience in a management capacity 

• Strong communication skills and ability to turn complex information into key messages 

• Ability to navigate complexity, ambiguity and change 

Ko wai mātou - About us 

At Manatū Hauora – Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.   

To learn more about us, visit https://www.health.govt.nz/about-us  

Ngā Uaratanga – Our values  

Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.  

• Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other  

• Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive  

• Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing  

• Kōkiri ngātahi (Listen on Māori Dictonary.com Kōkiri + ngātahi) - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose.  

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply 

Click APPLY and make sure to include your cover letter and CV. See information for job applicants here: https://www.health.govt.nz/about-us/careers/information-for-job-applicants 

For any questions or a confidential kōrero, contact recruitment@health.govt.nz  

Applications close Wednesday, 27 November. Please note we are reviewing applications as they come in and may close prior to the closing date if we receive a large number of applications. 

We place importance on our people having a sense of belonging, so if you require adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.