Job Description

• Wellington based | Full-time | Permanent 
• 4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness Allowance | 2 positions
• Salary midpoint of $140,938 actual salary dependent on your experience

Ko tōu ake mahi - What you'll do

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the pursuit of pae ora (healthy futures) for Māori? We are seeking a Principal Advisor to provide high-quality hauora Māori, Tiriti, and equity guidance, and to lead innovative initiatives within Manatū Hauora. In this role, you will help shape key work programmes, support people leaders, and contribute to a future that centres equity, collaboration, and innovation to improve health outcomes for Māori. If you are passionate about advancing Māori health and possess the expertise to drive transformative solutions, this is the opportunity for you. 

• Build Partnerships: Be a trusted business partner by collaborating with people leaders, offering specialised advice for hauora Māori, Tiriti, and equity solutions.
• Drive Cultural Growth: Support and foster an inclusive organisational culture by promoting effective policies, programmes and practices working across the Ministry with people leaders and teams.
• Champion Innovation: Lead innovative approaches and key work programmes aligned with Manatū Hauora's mission and priorities for hauora Māori excellence.
• Strengthen Capability: Mentor and guide business partners and teams to build Hauora Māori, Tiriti o Waitangi, and equity knowledge and competencies.
• Provide Expert Advice and Thought Leadership: Create strategic solutions and advise on work programmes to deliver impactful outcomes for the Government and the Ministry. 

Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you'll bring

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and experience creating and maintaining trusting and productive business partnering relationships
• A deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity and its application to government policy contexts
• Senior experience providing high quality advice and support in business partnering relationships that deliver effective results 
• Knowledge and understanding of central government, ministry and ministerial settings, legislative and policy context for hauora Māori
• Knowledge and understanding of systems and design thinking with demonstrated experience in facilitating system change in complex organisations
• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and understanding of mātauranga Māori 

Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring

Discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, we value the authentic ‘you', ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings. Please contact us if you require any support to ensure the recruitment process is accessible.

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply 

Applications close on 10 April 2025. 

To view the position description and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz.

Please note: We are reviewing applications as they come in and interviews may take place during the advertising period. Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date.

We are not receiving recruitment agency submissions at this time.