Lead, Programme Management

• Salary midpoint of $140,938, actual salary dependent on your experience

The Programme Management Lead will manage a team of experts to ensure the quality delivery, monitoring, reporting, and oversight of the Polynesian Health Corridors programme to meet its key outcomes. The Lead will provide end-to-end support to the Polynesian Health Corridors programme, to help deliver the objectives of the programme to the Polynesian countries, and to ensure the programme meets its obligations under the Outcomes Arrangement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT). Koakemahi - What you'll do

• Provide guidance and oversight of the programme management objectives
• Provide leadership and oversight of the governance, communication and engagement finance and budget, monitoring and evaluation, risk management and reporting for the Polynesian Health Corridors Programme
• Lead the development, planning, reporting, monitoring, and delivery of objectives within the Programme Management team
• Develop and manage the pillar budget including all expenditure, invoices, filing, reporting against the programme budget
• Provide oversight and management of the Programme procurement and contracts for service process
• Responsible for the high quality and timely delivery of outputs for ministerial servicing matters, including OIAs
• Provide leadership and oversight for the provision of high-quality advice to senior managers, officials, agencies and Ministers on the Polynesian Health Corridors programme
• Lead and support the pastoral and development needs of the pillar, ensuring the appropriate capacity and capability for the group as a whole to contribute to the Polynesian Health Corridors work programme and priorities
• Provide advice and support to the Programme Manager, Polynesian Health Corridors and the Group Manager, Global Health to enable them to provide senior leadership for the programme (including the relationship with Polynesian countries and counterparts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade)

Minimum Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in international development, programme management, monitoring and evaluation, financial management or relevant field
• Ability to take complex information and synthesise into key messages for relevant audiences and in a way which supports the values of the Programme and of the Ministry
• Previous successful experience in collaborating and brokering with multiple other stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes
• Previous experience in mentoring a team, leading team sessions, and working collaboratively to achieve outcomes
• Financial literacy, with senior experience and qualifications in financial management and experience in managing programme finances
• Familiarity and experience with Polynesian countries' health and development issues and the connections to Pasifika communities in New Zealand
• Knowledge and experience of the machinery of Government
• Strong knowledge of international development, development programmes and principles

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. Komā toumetōmatouwhare - What we bring Unlock your career potential at Manatū Hauora, where you'll discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare. Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities. Mepēheatetonomai - How to apply To view the position description and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz. 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. Applications close on Sunday 26th January 2025. We are not utilising recruitment agencies at this time. If you are interested in applying for this position, please do so directly through our careers page. All candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application via email. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, psychometric evaluation, and a criminal check. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr