Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Ētahi kōrero mō Pharmac - Te Pātaka Whaioranga | About Pharmac - Te Pātaka Whaioranga
At Pharmac |Te Pātaka Whaioranga we endeavour to deliver the best health outcomes for all New Zealanders through investment in medicines and medical devices.
We are a close-knit whānau with around 170 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way.
Ngā uruatanga, our values, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking:
Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understand.
Tūhono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each other.
Wānanga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improve.
Māia - we challenge ourselves.
Kaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Role
Our Policy Team is seeking an experienced Policy advisor. In this rewarding and varied role, you will gather evidence, analyse policy issues, develop policy options and prepare policy advice for defined policy issues and contribute to larger, more complex projects where others have the accountability for the delivery of outputs.
The role sits within our Strategy, Policy and Performance Directorate - the experts that develop and support implementation of organisational strategies, policies and processes to set, monitor, improve, and report on Pharmac's performance.
This is a real opportunity to be at the core of Pharmac's work - influencing our relationships with external agencies and participating in the machinery of government, all while shaping the future state of Pharmac through policy development.
It's an exciting time to join Pharmac - there's a lot of change happening, and you'll have the very real opportunity to influence the future of Pharmac, ensuring that we provide the medicines, medical devices, and vaccines our diverse communities need.
Mā wai te mahi nei? | Who are we looking for?
Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? Are you ready to make a difference?
Your high level of initiative, analytical ability and problem solving will be critical when presenting clear policy advice and options. Your ability to work with ease with senior stakeholders will serve you well within this role.
Our ideal candidate would have:
- Work experience in policy development is essential and a tertiary qualification in a relevant field. Familiarity and comfort within government policy processes is essential.
- A sound understanding of the machinery of government.
- Up to date understanding of the health sector is desirable.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to present information clearly and succinctly.
- Competency in problem solving, conceptual thinking, and distillation of ideas into decision making.
- Personal maturity, diplomacy, tactfulness and handles situations with sensitivity.
- The ability to effectively manage relationships at all levels, including to convey Pharmac's position on policy issues in a persuasive way, demonstrating inclusivity of the views/perspectives of other stakeholders.
- Understanding of te Tiriti o Waitangi and the role te Tiriti plays in relation to Government, Pharmac and its operations.
The role has a level of autonomy, and applicants will need to be self-driven to manage time-pressured work but also need to work as part of a team.
You will be part of the Policy team and the wider Strategy, Policy and Performance Directorate, and will be supported to learn and succeed in our fast paced and dynamic workplace.
Ko wai koe? | Who are you?
In your application we invite you to share who you are, your personal values, your whakapapa, as well as your interests and motivations in applying for this role. We are interested to learn about your personal attributes, experiences and the diverse perspectives you could bring to the role and Te Pātaka Whaioranga. We acknowledge attributes may extend to having been gained outside of the workforce and encourage you to share these in your application.
Joining Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga
We are a whānau centered organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance. To support our kaimahi and their whānau we offer:
- Five weeks annual leave for permanent kaimahi
- Additional paid leave for our end of year close-down period
- An annual $500 hauora payment for eligible kaimahi
- Health Insurance corporate discount with Southern Cross
- Paid Parental Leave support in addition to minimum legislative requirements.
- Hybrid working - work from home up to two days per week.
At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we welcome all kaimahi with a mihi whakatau during their first month. For kaimahi Māori, we offer mihi whakatau on your first day, where your whānau and manuhiri are welcome to attend.
This role is Band 6, with a total range of $77,165 - $104,399 total remuneration, inclusive of 3% KiwiSaver Employer contribution. The appointment salary is subject to the preferred candidate's relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
We strive to represent Aotearoa and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to championing workplace inclusion and acknowledge that in order to do their best work, we must foster an environment where people are comfortable to be themselves and work in a way that best suits their individual needs.
We may identify our preferred candidate earlier than the listed closing date of 5.00pm, Tuesday 19 November 2024, so if this sounds like your next exciting career move, apply today!