Senior Advisor, Health Research - Research and Innovation at Ministry of Health, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Contribute to strengthening the health research environment in Aotearoa, with an initial focus on the clinical trials sector
• A permanent role based in Wellington
• Salary midpoint of $98,204 - actual salary dependent on your experience

Ko wai mātou - About Us

At Manatū Hauora 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. As we move away from the response to the Covid pandemic now is the time to look to the future, to ensure New Zealanders are cared for by a health system that is innovative, future focussed and world leading.

Ko tōu ake mahi - What You'll Do

A new Research and Innovation team is being established to lead and support a thriving environment for health research and innovation across the health system. This team will lead and contribute to strategic and future-focused initiatives, usually in collaboration with other government agencies and the health research sector, as guided by the New Zealand Health Research Strategy (2017-2027) and its future iterations.

The current focus of this role is to contribute to shaping the environment for clinical trials in Aotearoa at a system level as part of a cross-agency team. You will provide advice and take action to implement a national-level network for clinical trials, working in close collaboration with your team, Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai Ora.

Ko ngā pukenga ōu - What You'll Bring

• A strong understanding of the clinical trials and health research environment in Aotearoa
• A passion for improving health services through clinical trials and research that delivers more equitable health outcomes to all New Zealanders
• Proven ability to think strategically and plan how to turn this into action
• Experience in tackling ambitious projects and getting things done
• Great relationship building skills and a trusted team player.

He aha ta tatou kawe mai - What We Bring

Flexibility – We understand everyone is different and treat most roles as flexible

Inclusivity – Our Values help us to provide a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace

Wellbeing – Our people can be themselves, are supported and able to perform well in their roles 

Purpose – Our mahi is nationally significant and is improving the lives of New Zealanders

Ngā Uaratanga – Our Values

Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities to achieve pae ora – healthy futures for all New Zealanders.

Manaakitanga – We show care, inclusion, respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other

Kaitiakitanga – We preserve and maintain an environment that enables our people to thrive

Whakapono – We have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing

Kōkiri ngātahi – We commit and work together towards a common purpose

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply

To view the position description and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website. If you have any questions, email our Recruitment Team.

Applications close on Wednesday 22 March 2023

We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.