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Título del trabajo: Vacancy on Osteopathic Council of New Zealand – Kaunihera Haumanu Tuahiwi o Aotearoa
Compañía: Ministry of Health
Descripción de funciones: Job DescriptionThe Ministry of Health – Manatū Hauora (the Ministry) is seeking candidates who wish to be considered for appointment as a health practitioner member of , a responsible authority under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (the Act). The purpose of the Council is to protect the health and safety of members of the public by ensuring that osteopaths are fit and competent to practice.Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the roleBeing a member of the Council is rewarding and challenging. You will be committed to improving the health of New Zealanders, through contribution to the governance of the Councils legislative requirements.The functions of responsible authorities are set out under , and more information about the Council is available on the .Appointments to the Council are made by Associate Minister of Health, Hon Casey Costello, typically for terms of three years. Members can be reappointed for up to nine consecutive years.The Ministry recognises that diversity enables our boards and councils to be high-performing and is committed to delivering greater diversity to statutory boards and ensuring they represent the diversity in Aotearoa New Zealand’s population, including gender, ethnicity, disability, age and geographic location. The Ministry encourages people from all backgrounds, especially those who can reflect the needs, values, and beliefs of Māori, have an understanding and are committed to meeting obligations of the Treaty of Waitangi, to apply for these roles.Kōrero mōu | About youFor all applicants, governance and/or regulatory experience is a plus but not required. It is beneficial if you have the ability to lead strategically, and to balance competing demands. In this instance, we are particularly looking to receive applications from candidates that can represent the perspectives of Māori, Pacific people, and people with lived experience of a disability.Preferred skills and attributes for health practitioner positions include:
- a genuine enthusiasm for, and commitment to the Board’s equity-driven strategy
- knowledge of the relevant legislation and a commitment to the Board’s work
- a current practising certificate.
Health practitioner applicants must be a registered osteopaths and have a good understanding of the scope of practice, competencies and code of ethics or conduct.Members of a responsible authority board cannot simultaneously be a member of the Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal (the Tribunal) given the disciplinary function of the Tribunal over health practitioners.Me pēhea te tono | How to applyApplications must be made using the Ministry of Health online by close of business 18 July 2024 and include:
- a completed declaration form (attached), and
- a covering letter, and
- a current CV.
Due diligence checks will be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. Your personal information will be handled in accordance with the . The Ministry may also request that the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service conduct national security screening of you as part of the appointment process.The appointment process can be lengthy, taking between 6 to 12 months. Your patience and professionalism as we work through the next steps is appreciated. The outcome of the recruitment process for the Council will be confirmed after it has been considered by Cabinet’s .Ko wai mātou | Who we areSee the for more information.If you would like to obtain further information or clarification, or if your circumstances change or should you wish to withdraw your application, please contact the Statutory Appointments and Integrity Services team by emailing:
Ubicación: Tuahiwi, Canterbury
Fecha del trabajo: Fri, 05 Jul 2024 03:53:44 GMT
