IT Control and Assurance Specialist, Business Services, Data & Digital

Job description

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 wellbeing of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

Our Business Services team is here to make sure that Data and Digital thrive like a well-oiled machine.

We're the ones who help set the course, gather resources, and make sure things run smoothly - think of us as the ultimate planners and communicators, making sure everyone is on the same page!

We're like the superhero support squad for Data and Digital.

From keeping everyone in the loop through top-notch communication (we're buddies with the Communication and Engagement team) to making sure the right people are in the right places (our friends in People and Culture are our partners here), we've got it all covered.

We've got a handle on best practices, training, and making sure everyone's got the right skills.

Plus, we're the guardians of risk management and privacy – keeping things safe and sound in the world of Data and Digital is our specialty.

Mōu | About you

As our IT Control & Assurance Specialist, you will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth management of IT assurance for Te Whatu Ora Data & Digital.

You will be responsible for overseeing and reporting on ongoing audit tasks, as well as reviewing past audit items to make sure our controls are still effective.

Collaborating with our dedicated Business/System owners, you'll facilitate audit reviews and ensure that audit findings are shared nationally, integrated into risk and control processes, and operationalised where needed.

Your role will involve conducting internal assessments, evaluating IT controls, and coming up with recommendations for enhancements.

Working alongside various teams, you'll ensure that our assurance setups are well-established.

Plus, you'll provide guidance, peer reviews, and valuable reports to management, highlighting findings, suggestions, and actions for improvement.

Your expertise will be crucial as you advise senior management, both internally and externally.

Your insights will also be instrumental in supporting audit parties and ensuring that our work aligns with equity priorities and Treaty of Waitangi obligations.

Representing Data & Digital in audit-related meetings, you'll have the chance to make a significant impact on our assurance practices.

As we continue to improve, you'll stay up-to-date with the latest IT assurance trends and share your knowledge across the industry.

Collaborating at a national, regional, and cross-sector level, you'll be a driving force behind innovation and best practices.

Your role won't just be about IT assurance; you'll also contribute to our Data & Digital Roadmap and Transformation agenda.

By providing strategic insights, you'll help connect the dots and support our reform and transformation goals.

You'll also ensure that risk reviews align with these objectives, while also leading communication and engagement strategies with stakeholders.

Preference will be given to applications of significantly affected Kaimahi through the change process.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Minimum five years' experience in IT assurance role(s)

Proven experience in IT audit, IT risk management, or related roles

In-depth knowledge of IT assurance and risk management.

Knowledge of relevant frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO, NIST, COBIT)

Familiarity with IT infrastructure, systems, and security controls

Strong analytical and research skills

Strong communication skills, written and verbal (incl.

proven ability to synthesise complex issues and communicate these in simple and easy to understand ways)

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Effectively plans and prioritises use of time

Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.

Proven ability to facilitate, influence and connect people together to resolve complex issues and deliver actionable outcomes.

Build strong relationships with customers, gaining their trust and respect

Identifies problems and develops workable solutions.

Eliminates roadblocks and knows the best way to get things done.

Resilience, persistence and influencing skills to navigate, negotiate and accommodate a wide range of perspectives.

Able to demonstrate an understanding of Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022, the significance, and obligations of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including how to give effect to these expectations in a meaningful way, and the commitments to equity and priorities of Wai2575.

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

Competency 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.

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai |Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

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.

At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment.

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 tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora

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.

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 Jayme at careers@health.govt.nz

Preference will be given to applications of significantly affected Kaimahi through the change process.

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists