Senior Media Advisor

4 weeks ago


Wellington City, New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs NZ Full time

**Type**:Temporary
**Hours**:Full time
**Location**:Wellington
**Business Group**: Communications (Te Urungi)
**Branch**:Māori, Strategy and Performance
**Salary**:$100,081 - $134,567
- Are you passionate about open, transparent communications?
- Do you have experience providing strategic advice on media issues and responding to media enquiries?
- Are you looking for an opportunity to tackle complex communications issues?

Working at Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.

We’re looking for a superstar to advise on media issues and manage media enquiries and proactive media. We need someone with political nous who can work at pace, juggle multiple enquiries about different issues, build relationships and keep a cool head. Ideally, you will have at least five years’ experience in a similar role.

In return, you’ll be joining a genuinely supportive, collaborative and innovative team. We also offer a flexible work environment. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

The purpose of Te Manu Karere (Communications Group) is to build trust and confidence in the mahi of Te Tari Taiwhenua through impactful communications.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.

**Applications close**:5pm, 28 March 2024
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