WellKiwis Midwifery Engagement Coordinator

at  The Institute of Environmental Science Research ESR

Te tūnga | The role
We have a 3-month fixed term 0.4 FTE opportunity until April 2025 for a WellKiwis Midwifery Engagement Coordinator to engage with the midwifery and Well Child sectors in the Wellington region and to identify opportunities to engage with pregnant women and new parents who may be interested in the WellKiwis Infant study.

In this role, you will be involved in:

• Identifying opportunities to engage with potential sector partners.
• Engaging and motivating the midwifery and Well Child sectors to introduce and refer potential participants to the WellKiwis Infant study.
• Explaining the requirements of participating in the study to both sector partners and potential participants.
• Referring interested people to the WellKiwis study team for enrolment.
• Ensuring data integrity and complying with ESR’s data security and data management policy.
• Ensuring human subject and data security/privacy/reporting requirements are implemented and maintained.

This position is largely field-based, otherwise working out of ESR’s Wallaceville Science Centre in Upper Hutt, Wellington. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the scientific life of ESR by promoting a culture of open, ethical, relevant, and publicly responsive scientific inquiry.
Kia angitu koe | About you

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

• Ideally at least five years’ experience in the midwifery sector.
• Proven established relationships with LMC and employed midwives practicing in the Te Whatu Ora Health NZ Capital Coast and Hutt Valley region.
• A full and current NZ driver’s license.
• The ability to drive around the Wellington region visiting various groups, venues and events.
• Excellent communication skills, with the demonstrable ability to communicate positively and effectively with a wide range of people.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines whilst creatively promoting health sector messaging.

Ngā painga | The benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata), 15 days sick leave (pro-rata) and an additional 3% Kiwisaver employer contribution.
• Annual volunteer day to support an organisation or issue you care about in the community.
• Discounted healthcare insurance & access to special retail discounts.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a confidential and free counselling service.
• Opportunities for on-the-job learning, career development and coaching within a supportive work environment.

Mō mātou | About Us
Since 1992, ESR has been dedicated to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders and the environment. With locations in Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington (Kenepuru and Wallaceville), we use world-leading science to monitor disease, test food and products, safeguard our water, and support the justice sector.
Through consistent collaboration with experts and iwi, we aim to address crucial issues for a better future in Aotearoa. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our Toitū Carbonreduce Certification. As an accredited Living Wage employer, we prioritise our employees’ wellbeing, providing a supportive environment for their growth and development.
Tono mai | Apply Now
We encourage applications from those with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and/or te reo Māori.
To view a copy of the position description, please enter the following URL into your internet browser:
https://www.esr.cri.nz/media/z3dnsipq/wellkiwis-midwifery-engagement-coordinatorpdjuly2024.pdf
Click apply to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a cover letter and CV, outlining your interest and relevant skills for this opportunity.
We will be back in touch once advertising closes and applications have been reviewed.
Applications Close:
21 January 202

In this role, you will be involved in:

• Identifying opportunities to engage with potential sector partners.
• Engaging and motivating the midwifery and Well Child sectors to introduce and refer potential participants to the WellKiwis Infant study.
• Explaining the requirements of participating in the study to both sector partners and potential participants.
• Referring interested people to the WellKiwis study team for enrolment.
• Ensuring data integrity and complying with ESR’s data security and data management policy.
• Ensuring human subject and data security/privacy/reporting requirements are implemented and maintained

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

• Ideally at least five years’ experience in the midwifery sector.
• Proven established relationships with LMC and employed midwives practicing in the Te Whatu Ora Health NZ Capital Coast and Hutt Valley region.
• A full and current NZ driver’s license.
• The ability to drive around the Wellington region visiting various groups, venues and events.
• Excellent communication skills, with the demonstrable ability to communicate positively and effectively with a wide range of people.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines whilst creatively promoting health sector messaging