Senior Advisor at Te Whatu Ora, Canterbury

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Work from anywhere in Te Waipounamu 

• Full Time, Permanent 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.  

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.  

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.  

About the Role  

The Senior Advisor plays a pivotal role in shaping and delivering regional communication strategies that drive meaningful health outcomes for New Zealanders. This position leads the design and implementation of strategies, ensuring communication channels, events, and initiatives are managed with impact and clarity. You will work with a high-performing team who works all over the region. 

The role requires a strong ability to anticipate and assess emerging regional risks, responding proactively to challenges while continually pursuing innovative and effective approaches, whether that be through new platforms, strategic campaigns, or community engagement, in order to strengthen the reach and credibility of regional communications. 

About you  

To be successful in this role you will have the following: 

• A relevant qualification in a related field (such as PR, communications, journalism, marketing, or politics). 

• Approximately five years' experience in a relevant communications role. 

• Proven experience contributing to the development of communication strategies and leading their successful implementation. 

• The ability to navigate complex, high-pressure, and ambiguous situations with confidence. 

• Demonstrated experience building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, along with a strong understanding of their operational environments and contexts. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to anticipate and solve problems, think critically, and apply sound judgement. 

• Experience implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice. 

Working for Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.     

How to Apply  

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Monday 19th January. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerry Taylor at kerry.taylor@tewhatuora.govt.nz  

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.