Senior Advisor, Cancer Control at Ministry of Health, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Make a meaningful impact on cancer outcomes across the Pacific through strategic leadership and partnership
• Wellington Based | Fixed term until June 2029
• Midpoint being $106,849, dependent on skills and experience

Ko tōu ake mahi - What you'll do
As Senior Advisor, Cancer Control (NCDs), you'll provide expert advice and leadership to support delivery of the Cancer Control Programme Plan, while contributing to the wider NCDs work programme. You'll play a critical role in advancing the Polynesian Health Corridors (PHC) programme, working in partnership with Polynesian countries and regional stakeholders to strengthen systems, build capability, and deliver meaningful, sustainable health outcomes.

• Provide technical leadership in cancer control, working closely with Polynesian countries, stakeholders, regional development partners, and delivery partners to design and deliver agreed activities.
• Lead and advise on NCD pillar implementation, with a particular focus on planning and delivery of cancer registry'related initiatives.
• Manage commissioning activities for the NCD pillar, including procurement processes, contract management, and supplier relationships.
• Support performance monitoring, evaluation, and reporting, contributing to effective frameworks and robust reporting for the PHC programme.
• Drive high'quality delivery through collaboration and strong relationships across the Ministry, wider health sector, government, and external partners.
• Ensure activities are well planned, aligned to PHC tools and methods, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you'll bring

• Strong public health and health systems expertise, supported by relevant qualifications and experience across public health, cancer epidemiology, population or global health, health information systems, or related fields.
• Understanding of cancer control programmes, including prevention, early detection, treatment, and palliative care, with experience in New Zealand and/or Pacific contexts.
• Experience and knowledge across public health, cancer control, or health systems, including cancer prevention, treatment, and care in NZ and/or the Pacific.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver complex programmes end-to-end.
• Understanding of Pacific public health contexts and ability to engage respectfully and collaboratively with stakeholders, to support effective co-design of activities.
• Strong communication, relationship'building, and organisational skills.

Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring
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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 Tuesday 19 May 2026.

Click here 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.

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.

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