Pacific Health Promoter - National Bowel Screening Programme

Bowel Screening Saves Lives: Health Promoter – Pacific Community 1FTE

Fixed Term – Parental Leave Cover ending June 2025

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora provides the national bowel screening programme (NBSP) to eligible people aged 60- 74 years. 

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora expects to achieve bowel cancer screening rates of 60% for all eligible Pacific men and women between the ages of 60 to 74 years.

The current participation rate for eligible Pacific men and women living in the Waitematā area is 39%. 

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Waitemata is looking for an exceptional Health Promoter to raise awareness and participation of the free national bowel screening programme in our area, and particularly in the Pacific community. Strong relationship skills are important, as is the ability to engage well with our eligible age group, 60-74 year olds.

The ideal candidate would be innovative, resourceful, highly motivated and a strong team player who already has strong links within the community. Fluency in at least one Pacific language, knowledge of Pacific cultural practices, social norms and health issues is essential and you must be available for evening and week-end work, both locally and across the wider Auckland region when required

This position is full time working 80 hours per fortnight and is for a fixed-term basis covering a staff member on parental leave until June 2025. We are based in Takapuna however we work across the whole Waitemata region. 

For further information please contact Sandra Skipwith, Health Promotion Team leader 021679287, or ph: 484 0235 or sandra.skipwith@waitematatadhb.govt.nz.

To view the position description, please click here. 

To be considered for this role, please apply online via www.wdhbcareers.co.nz and ensure you include a CV and cover letter.

Job reference: WDHB18321

Closing date: Sunday 5th May 2024

For assistance with your online application, contact Sarah Kneller - Recruitment Consultant via email: sarah.kneller@waitematadhb.govt.nz.