Senior Media and Communication Advisor

1 month ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Lead strategic media communications for regional and national projects and work programmes, manage media relationships and use a broad range of DOC's channels to effectively share our amazing stories
- $92,450 - $116,985 pro-rata, flexible hours & hybrid office/WFH
- Fixed term: until 30/06/2025, Wellington preferred - will consider other locations with a DOC Office

**Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa |Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa**

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature and native species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

***

**He angitūtanga | About the role**

Are you a passionate, creative storyteller who loves getting out into nature? Are you keen on the great outdoors and getting up-close and personal with some of the most unique native species and stunning locations Aotearoa has to offer.

We're after someone who is a great strategist and writer, able to take complex science and policy, and develop engaging and effective communications collateral that explains and promotes the full range of DOC's work programmes.

As Senior Media and Communications Advisor you will report to the Team Lead Regional Communications.

The position will be focussed on:

- Strategic Leadership: Drive communications planning and support for complex issues and large-scale projects, providing advice and support to senior leadership.
- Story telling: working with DOC staff and stakeholders to develop impactful and engaging content that informs and educates people on New Zealand's conservation challenges and successes and showcases our unique landscapes and wildlife.
- Media Relations: Manage national media relationships to seize opportunities and manage reputational risks for DOC including crisis management. You will also support Ministerial announcements and liaise with other agencies and provide surge support for crisis when required.
- Iwi and Stakeholder Engagement: work with Treaty Partners and influence and support internal and external stakeholders, including Ministers and other government agencies fostering strong relationships and networks.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

We are looking for a flexible self-starter and capable multi-tasker who has strong communication planning and writing skills. You will have a natural ability to tell stories using multiple channels, as well as the capability to identify and act on opportunities, engaging with different audiences and proactively seek opportunities.

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

- Significant experience leading strategic communications and media relations
- Creative experience telling stories using a range of internal and external communications channels, with a proven track record of communicating across a diverse and distributed organisation
- Experience developing and implementing effective systems to manage critical communications issues and risks
- Ability to quickly understand multiple issues, manage conflicting priorities and operate to a high standard
- Excellent communicator and collaborator with both internal and external stakeholders
- Proven ability to provide strategic advice to senior leaders, mentor teams, and foster collaboration across teams.
- Strong political acumen and judgement to navigate complex landscapes effectively.
- A tertiary qualification in communications, media, public relations or marketing

Desirable:

- Experience partnering and engaging with iwi and tangata whenua as well as an understanding of the implications of the Treaty of Waitangi
- Full NZ Drivers License

**Mō te tīma | About the team**

The Media and Communications Team provides media and strategic external communications support and services across the Department, working closely with the Ministers' offices and senior management. The team comprises a national and regional team. The team is widely distributed and all advisors support and advise national and regional staff on operations, projects, programmes of work and significant issues and reputation risks.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?**

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.

You can learn more about what we offer here.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is **$92,450 - $116,985 pro-rata **with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their

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