Public Health Medicine Specialist - Central Region - NPHS (Fixed-Term)

at  Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

• Contribute to transforming the future of health in a rewarding role focused on making a difference and leading change
• Fixed-Term, Full-Time role based in Te Matau a Maui (Hawkes Bay), with the ability to work remotely
  Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A medical degree (MBChB or recognised equivalent) with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Vocational registration in public health medicine
• Be eligible to be designated as a Medical Officer of Health
• Current New Zealand drivers’ licence
• The ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with people at all levels within the public and private sectors, related industry and community interest groups and the wider national and international communities
• The ability to maximise the quality and contributions of individuals and teams to achieve the organisation’s vision, purpose and goals
• Recent public health service experience including cross sector working with an understanding of the New Zealand health system
• Proven knowledge of equity models and practice in professional field
• Experience in advising and working with Kaupapa Māori, Pacific Health and Social Services
• The ability to work in complex organizations and with diverse stakeholders
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings desired

We have an opportunity available to join our team as a Public Health Medicine Specialist. This is a fixed term, full-time senior role based in Te Matau a Maui (Hawke’s Bay) in Te Ikaroa – Central Region, NPHS.
In this role, you will lead the delivery of public health services, collaborate with NPHS colleagues to ensure high-quality public health work, and fulfil the responsibilities of a designated Medical Officer of Health. You will offer expert advice to support a cohesive, effective and equitable health system, aiming for improved population health outcomes.
This fixed-term period runs until 28 February 2025.