Senior Advisor - Clinical Advisory at Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

106849.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Governance, Health Quality And Safety, Health Improvement, Project Planning, Project Management, Sound Judgement, Critical Thinking, Written Communication, Oral Communication, Stakeholder Relationship Building

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Influence health decision-making across the health system Work alongside senior clinical leaders and wider teams Tackle meaningful, topical issues to improve health system outcomes Midpoint of $106,849 dependent on experience Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do As a Senior Advisor in the Clinical Advisory team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping clinically informed, evidence‑based advice that supports Ministers and senior leaders to make confident decisions for New Zealand’s health system. Working at the intersection of policy, clinical practice, and system stewardship, you’ll support the delivery of trusted clinical insight on complex and often high‑profile issues, contributing to policy and service development, workforce matters, and the quality and safety of care. You’ll work closely with colleagues in the Clinical Advisory team, the Chief Clinical Officers, Health NZ, and colleagues across the Ministry to support clinical leadership to help ensure advice is robust, strategic, and grounded in real‑world health system experience. Your role will include: Leading and contributing to the Clinical Advisory team’s work programme, delivering high‑quality advice on clinical matters, reviews, and responses to Ministerial and Select Committee requests Supporting the delivery of clinical perspectives to inform policy‑relevant advice across complex, system‑level issues Helping shape strategic responses to emerging and challenging clinical matters across the health system Building strong, collaborative relationships across the Ministry, the health sector, and key external stakeholders Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you’ll bring Expertise and experience in clinical governance, health quality and safety or health improvement Strong project planning or project management experience Sound judgement and critical thinking to develop options and provide advice Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to tailor complex messages to a range of audiences Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring 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, we value the authentic ‘you’, 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. 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 Sunday 29th March. Please note that you must have permanent working rights and be based in Wellington to be eligible for this position. View the position description here 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. The Ministry of Health is steward of the New Zealand health system and the lead advisor to Government on health. Our overarching goal is for all New Zealanders to live longer and in better health to have an improved quality of life. As steward, we set the direction across the health system so we and others can make informed decisions and prioritise resources accordingly. We advise the Government on health policy, and regulate and monitor the health system, to ensure all New Zealanders have access to health care for better health outcomes. Our role is to create an environment where all New Zealanders are supported to stay well and where all parts of the health system are supported to operate at their best.

Responsibilities

The Senior Advisor will lead and contribute to the Clinical Advisory team’s work program, delivering high-quality advice on clinical matters, reviews, and responses to Ministerial and Select Committee requests. This role involves supporting the delivery of clinical perspectives to inform policy advice across complex, system-level issues and shaping strategic responses to emerging clinical matters.