On offer is the opportunity to make a positive impact in an organisation that makes a difference to people's livesContribute to transforming the future of health in this leadership roleJoin Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.We have a permanent, full-time opportunity available to join our Health Prevention team as Clinical Director Prevention . The primary purpose of this role is to provide senior clinical leadership to the Prevention team that enables the delivery of the Prevention and NPHS strategic agenda working toward Pae Ora (Healthy Futures).The Clinical Director Prevention plays a vital leadership role within the New Zealand National Health Service. As a senior clinician with expertise in prevention (cancer screening and/or immunisation), the Clinical Director Prevention is responsible for overseeing and improving quality of care and service delivery. You will provide guidance and supervision for a clinical team with a broad range of experience and levels of expertise. You may also be required to lead or participate in case reviews following serious adverse events.A medical degree with at least five years' experience working in New Zealand public healthVocationally registered in Public Health Medicine with the Medical Council of New ZealandRelevant graduate (and post-graduate) qualifications - Extensive clinical experience and expertise in public health medicine, with appropriate tertiary level professional qualificationHold a registered medical practitioner current Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration as a specialist medical practitioner in a relevant speciality (FRNZCGP, FNZCPHM, FAFPHM, FRACMA or similarSignificant experience in a senior level position with a wide span of control and leading leaders, including solid experience in coaching, mentoring, and managing teamsExtensive business and people management experience for managing a significant division of the organisationDemonstrated ability to work in complex organisations and with diverse stakeholdersExperience in leading change and service and quality improvement initiativeProven experience in applying critical thinking, using sound judgment to develop options and knowledge of the machinery of government and policy development including developing professional frameworks and governance systemsSenior leadership level experience and responsibility for managing organisational risk and complianceA commitment to being a good Te Tiriti partner in all your actions. This includes an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in this roleCompetency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthKo te mahi e tika ana mo te ao hurihuri nei | Work that suits today's ever - changing worldTe Whatu Ora supports flexible and hybrid working for our kaimahi. In roles that don't require an in-person element, we encourage you to 'work from where you are.' We want our national teams to be made up of diverse people from across the motu, just like our health system.Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means 'the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whanau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Maori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system - Maori, Pacific and Disabled People.When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change,that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal. If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact Elismha Lubbe ****** this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice.#J-18808-Ljbffr
