Adviser - Communications & Engagement

3 weeks ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Small, friendly Ministry | Flexible WFH days | Wellbeing & Ministry leave days
- Permanent full time (38 hours) | Scenic Wellington CBD waterfront location
- Internal, external, and media communications experience required

New role and opportunity to join our supportive and experienced Communications and Engagement team helping shape the future of transport in Aotearoa.

He kupu mō mātou Te Manatū Waka | About Ministry of Transport
Te Manatū Waka, Ministry of Transport, is the system leader for the transport sector whether it's on land, at sea, in the air, or connecting Aotearoa to the world. We are the Government's principal adviser on transport policy, regulation and investment and play a crucial role in ensuring the transport system is working to improve the prosperity for New Zealanders.
Our key responsibilities include providing policy advice to Government including developing investment and regulatory settings, legislative advice and Crown agency governance, accountability and performance.

Ngā whakamārama mō te tūnga | About the opportunity
You'll be part of a Ministry leading outcomes that touch the daily lives of almost every New Zealander in some way. Transport has an essential role from enabling people to get to their destinations more efficiently, environmental/emission decisions, the affordability of transport, to road safety and more.
The team is truly welcoming and friendly and is made up of passionate, supportive people who will encourage you to develop and grow your skills.
As an Adviser in the Communications and Engagement team, you'll be at the forefront of the Government's transport priorities working across a variety of interesting and fast-moving pieces of work. Key responsibilities include,
- Contributing to the development of communications strategies and plans
- Writing and editing content for internal and external communications channels, including digital
- Supporting the development of general communications material, including material for the Ministers' offices
- Working with the team on proactive media activity and responses
- Assisting with planning and delivering internal and external events.

This is a new role, established recently when Te Manatū Waka implemented a new structure and operating model to position it to support the Government to deliver its priorities.

Te wāhi ki a koe | What you'll bring
- Relevant experience from a similar role
- Experience developing digital content and use of social media channels
- Proven writing and editing experience and excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
- A keen interest in continuous learning and development

Experience from within the public and/or transport sector is not essential although will be considered as advantageous.

Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range
The base salary budget for this position is $79,078 - $100,420 per annum. The salary offered will be based on your skills and experience.

Te wāhi ki a mātou | What we offer
Join us and be a part of our passionate Ministry, shaping the future of transportation in New Zealand. In return, you'll enjoy working in our great Wellington waterfront location, with flexible working (two days working from home per week) and a range of employee benefits. Some of our benefits include.
- Small, friendly, supportive work environment within a flat structure
- Exposure to the communications and engagement requirements of the wider Ministry
- Development and progression opportunities
- Additional Ministry leave days, wellbeing days and volunteer day
- Laptop, mobile and WFH IT equipment
- A range of health and wellbeing benefits including an annual wellness payment
- Modern offices located on Wellington's scenic waterfront with collaborative working spaces, showers, storage for bicycles/scooters and personal lockers
- A welcoming employee network such as the Māori and Pasifika, Wāhine, and Rainbow networks as well as the PSA and Eco Groups


Me pēhea te tono mai | How to apply
Applications close midnight, Wednesday 10 April 2024.

Please note we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes by recruitment agencies will not be accepted

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