Join Health New Zealand | 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 Opportunity
The Equity business unit was established to undertake robust research on interventions and translate findings through to implementation to support addressing the Life Expectancy gap between Māori and non-Māori, between Pacific and non-Pacific, and other key prioritised interventions. The team also support the development of equity frameworks, tools and capability for Health NZ.
In this role, your primary purpose will be to provide expert analysis and technical advice to support the work of the wider Equity team, which is made up of three aspects – Māori Health Pipeline, Equity, Scientific and Technical and Equity Development.
On a day-to-day basis, you will be responsible for analysing and interpreting data to ensure research programmes are evidence-based and focused on research objectives and equitable health outcomes. You will work with the project teams to produce robust technical reports and/or publish-ready papers in support of the broader Health Equity work programme. You will also work to develop data and information visualisation techniques, advise and support staff in the use of systems and tools, and assist project teams with the tracking of KPIs.
You will be part of a long established, highly skilled, cohesive team with a range of expertise and experience. We are a high performing, motivated group, committed to supporting one another, sharing knowledge and collaboratively achieving the work programme.
Mōu | About you
You will be an experienced, knowledgable and problem-solver, with experience working as an analyst within health, and ideally in a large organisation.
You will be a someone who has a strong commitment to equity, with a passion and ability to use Data Analytics to support the advancement of Māori health. You will easily be able to identify and escalate risks, and can manage and prioritise multiple tasks while working independently.
You will be required to work with a range of teams and leaders across the organisation, at national, regional and local levels in this role so you will need to be an excellent communicator with a strong stakeholder focus, who is able to build strong relationships across the organisation and understand the different needs required in each context.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in information technology, healthcare informatics, business, statistics or related field
- At least 5 years working as an analyst in the health sector, with experience in data analysis, reporting and research
- Knowledge of clinical systems and health data sets
- Experience in management of patient information
- Experience in developing dashboards, measures, and indicators and other standard tools for gathering and reporting on data and information in a healthcare setting
- Advanced ability in MS Office programmes and use of analytical software
Ka kawea e koe | You will bring:
- A 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 role
- Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
Ko te mahi e tika ana mō te ao hurihuri nei | Work that suits today's ever-changing world
Health New Zealand 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.
Nau mai, uru mai | Come and join us
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.
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.
We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
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 whānau 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
To 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 Kim Madden careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz
