Senior Advisor Lived Experience at Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

106849.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lived Experience Models, Mental Health, Addiction, Suicide Prevention, Peer Support Values, Stakeholder Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Judgement, Communication, Organisational Skills, Relationship Building, Confidentiality, Policy Advice, Programme Leadership

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Elevate lived experience to shape better mental health and addiction outcomes. Strengthen participation and reduce stigma across key programmes. Wellington is preferred location | Fulltime | Permanent Midpoint of $106,849, dependent on experience Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do As Senior Advisor Lived Experience, you’ll help shape evidence‑informed advice, strengthen partnerships with lived experience communities, and support programmes that drive better outcomes across the Public Health Agency and Mental Health Group. This is a meaningful role where your insight will contribute to more inclusive, responsive, and effective mental health and addiction systems. Strengthen lived experience voice and participation by guiding how key frameworks and system documents reflect the perspectives of people, whānau, and communities. Support the Ministry to embed mental health and addiction lived experience knowledge, solutions, and insights across programmes and policy work. Champion approaches that reduce system‑level stigma and improve how lived experience informs decisions, service design, and actions aimed at improving outcomes. Lead and support key work programmes, including implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement across the Group and Ministry. Build and maintain collaborative, inclusive relationships across teams, the wider health sector, government agencies, and lived experience networks to support shared goals. Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you’ll bring Strong knowledge of lived experience models, approaches, and narratives across mental health, addiction, and suicide prevention. Proven ability to work in line with Consumer, Peer Support, and Lived Experience values and competencies in advisory or peer‑based roles. Ability to operate confidently in complex environments, collaborating with diverse stakeholders and navigating sensitive or high‑impact work. Strong critical thinking, judgement, and communication skills, able to translate collective lived experience insights into clear, practical advice. Excellent organisational and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively, maintain confidentiality, and foster trusted partnerships. 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 22 March 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 not receiving recruitment agency submissions at this time. 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 Lived Experience will shape evidence-informed advice and strengthen partnerships with lived experience communities to drive better outcomes across public health and mental health groups. This role involves guiding how key frameworks reflect community perspectives and championing approaches to reduce system-level stigma.