Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Product Regulation Branch, Medsafe
- Permanent, Wellington based role
- Salary midpoint of $64,877, actual salary dependent on your experience
Ko wai mātou - About us
At Manatū Hauora – Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.
The Product Regulation team is responsible for the regulation of medicines, with particular emphasis on the quality, timeliness and efficiency of processes.
Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
You will provide crucial administrative support, process and manage regulatory applications for medicines, and offer guidance to the pharmaceutical industry on Medsafe's processes. You will ensure compliance with Medsafe's Quality System, handle official documents, maintain accurate databases, and contribute to process improvements. You will manage time effectively to meet deadlines, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and upholding the priority of equity and Treaty of Waitangi responsibilities.
Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Science, Business Administration, Health) or equivalent technical experience
- Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build effective working relationships
- Excellent prioritization and time management skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Demonstrated ability to work accurately under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
- High computer literacy and adaptability to new processes
- Knowledge in medicine regulation
- Experience with workflow databases
- Experience working with a regular
Ngā Uaratanga – Our values
Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.
- Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other
- Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive
- Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing
- Kōkiri ngātahi (Listen on Māori Dictonary.com Kōkiri + ngātahi) - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose.
Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply
The position description is attached. To apply, just click on the link below. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications.
To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand. For information on work visa eligibility, check out the Immigration New Zealand website.
If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz.Applications close on XXX.
We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.