Programme Director, Mental Health and Addiction Workforce Development at Ministry of Health, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Full time role within the Mental Health & Addiction Directorate
• Supportive, enthusiastic and passionate team
• Flexibility on Location

Join today and help us work to ensure mental health and addiction services are strong, sustainable & safe for all New Zealanders.

Transforming New Zealand's Public Health System

The Minister of Health has committed to transforming New Zealand's Public Health system.  The changes will reduce fragmentation, strengthen leadership and accountability.  In particular, the changes aim to improve equity of access and outcomes for all New Zealanders. The Partnership between Health New Zealand and Maori Health Authority in ensuring Te Tiriti obligations to improve Māori health are embodied in the new entities.  The formation of Health New Zealand and the Maori Health Authority is a key component of the transformation of New Zealand's Public Health system.  The entities will be formed at the passing of legislation expected to be in place from 1^st July 2022.

This position will transfer along with the broader work programme from the Ministry of Health to interim Health New Zealand on 1 June 2022 as part of the Health and Disability Sector Reforms.   Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates at interview.

Mō tō mātou rōpū – About our team: 

We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to work together collaboratively across government and society to transform New Zealand's approach to mental wellbeing. We have a great team of positive, energetic and collegial individuals who work collaboratively with each other, and stakeholders to deliver on our work. We support each other and celebrate wins.

This mahi is incredibly important for our country's recovery from COVID-19 and will also lay the foundation for positive mental wellbeing for all in the future. Mental health and wellbeing is relevant for all people and whānau across the country, and our mahi will impact on everyone from those who experience inequity to supporting communities to thrive.

Te whainga poto o tēnei tūranga – What is the purpose of this position?

As Programme Director, Mental Health and Addiction Workforce, you will plan, lead and drive the programme of work to develop a diverse, resilient, skilled and sustainable mental health and addiction workforce. The focus of this programme is to support the growth and development of both existing and new workforces to deliver on the transformed approach to mental wellbeing called for in the Government's response to He Ara Oranga and the associated investment in new services.

Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Wheako – Skills & Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field and at least three to five years equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience working at a senior level across large and complex programmes of work
• Strong understanding of or experience working in the mental health and addiction sector and workforce
• Strong relationship management and engagement skills with the ability to build collaborative and positive relationships and influence a diverse range of stakeholders
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong understanding of and commitment to the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services effectively for Māori
• Lived experience of mental health and/or addiction is highly regarded.
• Lived experience of mental health and addiction is welcomed

You will find a copy of the Position Description attached or online at careers.health.govt.nz. Please click ‘Apply for this Job' to upload your CV and cover letter.

Health New Zealand's commitment to being a good employer

HNZ is committed to being a good employer and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we're working to improve care for, including those which have been historically underserved by the health system.  We particularly welcome applications from Māori, Pacific people, disabled people, and the LGBTQI+ communities. We endeavour to provide flexible employee practices and conditions to support a healthy work-life balance, including part-time and flexible working arrangements.

All Ministry workers on our sites or Ministry workers who conduct in-person business need to be vaccinated for COVID-19. 

Confirmation of your vaccination status is a requirement.

You will find a copy of the Position Description attached or online at careers.health.govt.nz. Please click ‘Apply for this Job' to upload your CV and cover letter.

For further information regarding the role, please contact Lorraine Toppo, Senior Recruitment Advisor  at lorraine.toppo@health.govt.nz  , quoting reference number MOH/ 1629714.

The  advert closes on 29^th May 2022  .

Please note: Only applications through our online system will be accepted.

We encourage diversity and inclusion at the Ministry of Health and are committed to equal opportunity in all our employment policies and procedures.  In particular, we want to ensure accessibility needs are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Therefore, please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is fully accessible to you. You can contact us at recruitment@health.govt.nz or on +64 44665318   if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.