Stakeholder Engagement Lead

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | About the role

The Stakeholder Engagement Lead exemplifies relationship and communication mastery, providing Defence Digital Group (DDG) with central communication and engagement capability to optimise engagement throughout DDG and NZDF.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the Head of Communications and Engagement in leading and managing the communications and engagement function as appropriate. This includes supporting and embedding desired ways of working;
  • Being responsible for leading internal communications via a team of two internal communication advisors; and
  • Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders across NZDF within the comms and engagement community of practice.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

To be successful you will have:

  • Strong knowledge of communication and engagement frameworks and channels;
  • Proven leadership abilities working with a variety of individuals to achieve strategic outcomes;
  • Excellent written communications skills with the confidence and ability to interact effectively and influence at all levels;
  • Proven ability to interpret complex / technical information and present it in plain English and to use other visual formats to present to a range of audiences; and
  • Knowledge and experience of proactively supporting delivery and outcomes in a dynamic, deadlinedriven environment.
Mō mātou | About Us

Defence Digital Group supports more than 14,000 personnel on seven continents, often in geographically remote or hostile environments, using a range of satellite and terrestrial systems.

Our core purpose is to provide specialist ICT support to mission and intelligence, as well as providing support to essential corporate functions such as Logistics, Human Resources and Finance.

Most importantly, we support our colleagues in the Navy, Army, Airforce and Joint Forces who rely on us for the technology they use on platforms (e.g. planes, helicopters, vehicles, ships and military bases).

We operate in operational environments, across a range of domains - including cyber - to ensure Aotearoa / New Zealand is protected against external threats.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand.

As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well-trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

  • Great benefits for you and your family.
  • Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
  • Access to holiday accommodation across NZ.
  • Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers.
  • 5 weeks annual leave per year.
  • Flexible working environment and positive culture.
  • Opportunities for career development.
  • Variety, challenge and a chance to influence.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

  • Applicants will be required to undergo a preemployment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
Applications close on Sunday 9 July 2023.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for.

The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
- is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.

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