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Published: 26 August, 2019
BLAKE Ambassador Applications are now open.
BLAKE Ambassador Applications are now open.
Please pass this on to the any 18 – 25 year old rangatahi or networks you think may be interested.
Since 2007 BLAKE, in partnership with Antarctica New Zealand, NIWA, Tara Expeditions Foundation and the Department of Conservation - has provided opportunities for young New Zealanders (18 – 25 years) to work on projects in Antarctica, the Southern, Southwest Pacific and Atlantic Oceans and New Zealand through the BLAKE Ambassador Programme. These BLAKE Ambassadors have worked alongside teams of scientists, conservationists, engineers and conservators on environmental and heritage restoration projects to advance our understanding and address some of the big environmental questions and challenges facing society.
This year there will be 10 BLAKE Ambassador Awards in partnership with Antarctica New Zealand, GNS Science, NIWA, and the Department of Conservation.
The NIWA aquaculture project, NIWA freshwater project developing novel marae and rural property wastewater treatment, the DOC Kākāpō Supplementary Feeding Programme on Whenua Hou / Codfish Islandand Takahē Feedout Project – Burwoodmay be of particular interest to young Māori.
Details and how to apply can be found here: https://blakenz.org/blake-ambassador-programme
Applications close 30 August, 2019.
Published: 26 August, 2019
Position Vacancy - Regional Trapping Coordinator
Regional Predator Control Coordinator – Tasman Environmental Trust, fixed term, part-time position.
Are you passionate about the Tasman region and looking after our native wildlife? Are you a team player with an interest in supporting others to achieve excellent results? Tasman Environmental Trust is seeking a Regional Predator Control Coordinator to join our team. We are looking for a big picture thinker with an interest in strategy, excellent communication skills, and a practical can-do attitude. We support flexible working arrangements.
Tasman Environmental Trust was established in 2000 and is committed to connecting people to nature conservation in their communities. TET has a small team of committed staff and a massive team of enthusiastic volunteers.
Contact Sky Davies for more information at skydavies@tet.org.nz. Applications due by Monday 2nd September
Regional trapping coordinator PD Aug 2019 - (90 KB Adobe Acrobat PDF file) »
Published: 21 August, 2019
Te Pūtahitanga Wave 10
WAVE TEN – ORA Fund
Opening date: Monday 19 August 2019
Closing date: Sunday 22 September 2019 (12 noon)
Kia hiwa ra!
We're calling on whānau to put forward your best ideas to invest in the future of all your whānau members, to harness their potential and make a positive impact.
Applications for Wave Ten ORA funding open on Monday 19 August 2019 and close on Sunday 22 September 2019 (12 noon).
Email your completed application to: wavefunding@teputahitanga.org
*Written applications must be completed on the official application form and submitted via email to wavefunding@teputahitanga.org by the closing date Sunday 22 September or they can be delivered to 10 Show Place by Friday 20 September 2019 (no later than 12 noon).
All supporting documents must accompany your application. Please use your first and last name as the subject of your email.
Use the ORA Application Workbook to organise your thoughts to develop and prepare your ideas before completing your application. Below are some templates that will help you along the way. If it’s your first time applying contact us or head along to a Wave Ten Workshop to gain more understanding about the Whānau Ora pou and what sorts of initiatives we fund.
Application Form (122 KB)
ORA Workbook (2MB)
Wave Ten Roadshow
A schedule of Wave Ten Workshops will be uploaded here as soon as they are finalised - please check back and also keep a watch on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/teputahitanga/
Wave TEN Ora Booklet Print File - (1.6 MB Adobe Acrobat PDF file) »
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Published: 9 August, 2019
Policy Advisor
Health in all Policies Advisor
- 12 Month Fixed Term, Full Time role
- Join us to influence and shape policies in our region for improved health and wellbeing
- Understanding how equity impacts on health outcomes and work with partners to identify robust solutions
Our Purpose: Why we do it
When you work with the Canterbury District Health Board, you’re part of something very special. We plan, fund and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. Our primary goal is to put people at the heart of everything we do.
The Team: What we do
The CDHB are leading the way to ensure health and wellbeing considerations are integrated across all sectors including all policy development and we are looking for a Health in All Policies Adviser to join the team.
Based in our Community & Public Health office in Christchurch, we are a small team, dedicated to working with iwi, leaders, stakeholders and policy makers using a Health in All Polices framework.
You’ll spend your time liaising with CDHB staff as well as key stakeholders within other sectors such as local government, Non-Government organisations and government agencies. Your ability to analyse complex information, write reports, facilitate meetings, coordinate joint pieces of work, and your networking skills will be put to good use in this exciting role.
The Role: Where you fit in
In this role, you will be responsible for:
You’ll need to be a great team player but you’ll also need to use your initiative to champion this way of thinking. Your ability to form mutually beneficial relationships and communicate new ideas is essential.
- To provide support for the development and coordination of submissions for Community and Public Health and the wider DHB
- To build and maintain working relationships with key organisations that influence and or impact on public health
- To support capacity building activities to support a health in all policies framework both internally and externally
- Support the use and roll out of Health in all Policies tools and methodologies e.g. Health Impact Assessment, especially in relation to earthquake recovery.
- Lead the process of developing clear communications about Health in all Policies both within the DHB and external agencies.
Your skills will include:
Essential:
- Relevant tertiary qualification
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and deliver collaborative outcomes
- Proven experience in current facilitation methods
- Experience in developing and managing projects
- Well developed communication skills
- Proven writing skills in a range of formats, i.e. reports, newsletters, submissions.
- Demonstrated analytical skills
- Demonstrated self starter
- Proven experience in working across sectors
- Experience working in a bicultural framework
This is a full time, fixed term position covering parental leave until end August 2020.
To read more about Health in All Policies check out our page at http://www.cph.co.nz/Files/CHIAPPInfoSheet1.pdf
Our Culture: What matters to us
Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi
Putting people at the heart of all we do
Health is ultimately all about people. What’s important around here is the way we care for and respect others, the responsibility taken for delivering outcomes, and going about our work with integrity.
Belonging Here: Becoming part of our story
Being part of the Canterbury District Health Board, you will enjoy a fantastic benefits scheme, the opportunity for flexible working arrangements and ongoing focus on your career development.
If this role has sparked your interest but does not match your skills then please visit our careers website and have a look at our roles that better suit your expertise.
If you are interested in this role please apply directly on our career site here. Please note only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted.
Contact us on recruitment@cdhb.health.nz for additional information.