Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Wellington based
- 18 month secondment
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
This is a great opportunity for a secondment into the Minister's Office. Private Secretary roles are challenging, varied, and exciting. They offer a hands-on learning and leadership opportunity by working directly with Ministers and senior officials.
Our Private Secretaries are Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora employees seconded to the offices of the Minister of Health and Associate Ministers of Health. They play a crucial role in building and maintaining a trusting and constructive relationship between us and our Ministers, working closely with Ministers and their staff to enable success.
You'll be a key liaison point with Ministers, commissioning high-quality advice from health agencies to support Ministerial decision-making. You will also facilitate communication and manage the day-to-day relationship between the Minister and agencies.
This secondment is for 18 months, is a full-time position, and is based in the Beehive, Wellington.
You will provide high-quality, free and frank advice, and remain calm and resilient under pressure. Health sector experience is ideal.
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 22 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at matt.kelly@tewhatuora.govt.nz
This role is open to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff only.