Pasifika Oranga - Te Manawa Taki - NPHS

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Location: Tokoroa

Join 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 National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.

We have an exciting permanent opportunity as Pasifika Oranga. The role will be based in Tokoroa. The purpose of this role based within the community is to be integral to building sustainable, long-term partnerships with a range of  Pacific Peoples and community groups and to support the regional public health service in Te Manawa Taki to deliver initiatives that eliminate health inequities, enable Pacific communities to thrive and realise Pae Ora.

Mōu | About you

You will foster meaningful connections with Pacific communities, enhancing workforce capabilities, and promoting a deep understanding of Pacific cultures. Your expertise will be in championing Pacific equity in various initiatives, projects and services and you will believe in the power of collaboration to create positive change. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that Pacific voices are heard and valued in the realm of public health – across disease prevention, health promotion and health protection activities. Join us and be a part of a team that will make a difference in building a healthier and more connected future for all.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• Competence in at least one Pacific language
• Knowledge and understanding of Pacific cultural protocols, values, history and stories and/or a willingness to develop this
• Ability to coach and guide others in approaching Pacific  people in a health literate, client-centred way that takes into account the practicalities of people's lives
• Lived experience or significant experience working alongside under served communities (eg: Tangata Whaikaha, aiga with experience in the Justice System, rural communities, transitional housing, LGBTQIA+)
• Established relationship with  Pacific leaders in the area you will be working
• Basic technology skills and a willingness to learn new systems
• Written communication skills (eg: email writing, note taking)
• Providing advice and support
• A commitment to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and anti-racism practice
• A creative flair and ability to think outside the box

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  
• Confidence 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

Te Whatu Ora 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 Colm Farragher careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz