Policy Manager at Ministry of Health, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Lead the Health System Stewardship team
• Permanent, Wellington based role
• Salary midpoint of $162,129, actual salary dependent on your experience

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.

The Strategy Group works on a range of instruments that set the medium to longer-term vision, overall direction, aims and objectives for the health and wellbeing of the people in New Zealand, the health sector and the areas of need within it. It sets high-level parameters for how the direction is achieved through long-term investment priorities and system levers and guides collective action towards the vision.

This role sits within the Strategy, Policy and Legislation directorate which is responsible for providing high quality policy advice to the Ministers and government to inform the decisions they make on the health portfolio at a system level.

Ko ake mahi - What you'll do

As Manager of the Health System Stewardship team, you will lead the development, planning and implementation of specific strategies, report on progress and results are achieved. You will also provide leadership and management for projects, working with direct reports to ensure work is well planned and includes taking strategic and tactical approaches to achieve results.

You'll lead the work programme of your team to ensure that the work they do has maximum impact. You will support your team on their development journeys, ensuring that they have opportunities to do work that's challenging, meaningful and helps them to grow as policy professionals.

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring

• Proven ability to lead system level policy advice that can lead to positive impact and shifts for the Health sector Experience in leading a team with senior staff and an ability to build and embed best practices for policy
• Demonstrable success in influencing, collaborating and brokering with challenging stakeholders
• Solid understanding of the machinery of government and know how to collaborate to get things done
• Strong communication skills with an ability to make the complex simple
• Experience working with Māori on policy, service design, engagement or governance is highly desirable and working with the diversity of the disability community is highly valued.
• Leading and demonstrating behaviours and values of public service
• Tertiary qualification in a health or relevant field and/or equivalent experience and significant policy experience

Ko mātou me tō matou whare - What we bring

Unlock your career potential at Manatū Hauora, where you'll 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, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, 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.

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 

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.To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand.  For information on work visa eligibility, check out the Immigration New Zealand website.

Applications close on Sunday, 8 September 2024. We are reviewing applications as they are received 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.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.

We value diversity 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 contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.