Advisor, Global Health And Director General Advisory

Job Description

Support New Zealand's international engagement on COVID-19.
Great opportunity for those with an interest in global health and international relations.
Must be Wellington-based.
The Global health team is recruiting for an Advisor to support the Ministry's international work in relation to COVID-19. Responsibilities will include providing information and analysis on what is happening internationally, coordinating and supporting international requests as well as supporting the Group Manager liaise with other stakeholders, domestically and internationally. Other non-COVID-19 tasks will be required from time to time.
The Global health team provides centralised co-ordination and thought leadership for the Ministry and New Zealand's global health responsibilities. Global health sits within the Office of the Director General (ODG). ODG leads, enables and supports public service excellence by providing timely, high-quality advice, communications and service to Ministers, ELT and the wider Ministry; and by providing organisational leadership and governance support.
The role of Advisor, Global Health and Director-General Advisory is an existing role that is responsible for providing objective analysis and advice to support, maintain and improve the delivery of a high quality work programmes.
To be successful, we are looking for your skills in analysis, writing, and coordination. You will be flexible, proactive and eager to learn. This is a particularly great opportunity for those with an interest or qualification relevant to global health and international relations.
The Ministry of Health is the kaitiaki of the health and disability system in New Zealand. We are responsible for providing active stewardship and leadership across the nations health and disability system. We ensure the system provides people with the highest levels of care, regardless of who they are or where they live.