Advisor (Addictions) - Mental Health & Addiction

The Mental Health and Addiction Directorate brings together the 'end-to-end' activities and functions for mental health and addiction services, including strategy, policy, data analysis, service planning and improvement, commissioning and monitoring. It will also lead the response to the Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction. Addiction recovery is a priority programme within this work, and we are seeking a fixed term Advisor join the Addictions team.
In this role you will be responsible for advising on and supporting the development and implementation of a national model of care for alcohol and drug addiction treatment, and of national and local initiatives to improve the health and well-being of New Zealanders.
You will need to be a well-rounded team player with strong oral and written communication skills, stakeholder relationship skills and knowledge of government processes. Experience in the government sector would be beneficial.
This position will be assigned to the Addictions team and report to the Manager of the team.
This is a fixed-term position for six months, based in Wellington.
To apply for this position all applications must be made online and include a current Curriculum Vitae and cover letter outlining your background and interest in the role.
To view a copy of the position description, visit careers.health.govt.nzor for further information please contact Richard Taylor Manager Addictions on 04 816 3437 or **********
The Ministry of Health is committed to equal opportunity in all our employment policies and procedures. All staff - regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, religious or ethical beliefs, political opinion or union affiliation - have access to equal employment opportunities. We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in the workforce and we are willing to consider flexible working arrangements.
Applications close: Tuesday, 4 June 2019.