tahi krero m Te Ptaka Whaioranga | About Te Ptaka Whaioranga Pharmac At Te Ptaka Whaioranga | Pharmac we endeavour to deliver the best health outcomes for all New Zealanders through investment in medicines and medical devices. We recognise the importance of our role as a Tiriti partner and are committed to upholding Te Mana o Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Through our work on behalf of Aotearoa we strive to improve equitable health outcomes for Mori and advance Mori health aspirations.

We are a close-knit whnau with around 160 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way. Ng uruatanga, our values, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking: Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understand Thono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each other Wnanga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improve Mia - we challenge ourselves Kaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future M tnei tranga | About the Role This role will lead our Equity team to achieve our strategic objectives in regard to improving health outcomes for priority populations.

Our equity team consist of Pacific Health, equity, engagement, and implementation functions. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your people and thought leadership skills by being both responsible for a team of subject matter experts and being part of the Equity and Engagement Directorate leadership team. M wai te mahi nei? | Who are we looking for? Our ideal candidate would bring: Proven experience providing strategic thought leadership on issues impacting Mori, Pacific and disability communities.

People leadership experience and ability to lead complex work programmes Genuine understanding of biculturalism, Te A Mori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in particular in relation to equity. A strong understanding of the Aotearoa health sector and health inequities within Aotearoa and/or countries with indigenous populations. Knowledge of Pacific cultures, worldviews and an understanding of Pacific health issues and challenges Strategic policy skills and experience successfully operating in the public sector Highly developed relationship management skills that includes proven bicultural and cross-cultural competence and experience.

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 Ptaka Whaioranga. We acknowledge attributes may extend to having been gained outside of the workforce and encourage you to share these in your application.

Joining Te Ptaka Whaioranga | Pharmac We are a whnau centered organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance. To support our kaimahi and their whnau we offer: Five weeks annual leave Ad.