Communications Advisor

3 weeks ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Madison Recruitment Full time

We are pleased to be helping a valued client recruit two positions for Communications Advisors that have become available due to promotion and growth. One 18-month full time fixed term and the other full time continuing (permanent). These positions will start in January and sit in an immediate team of four but 17 in the wider communications group. The team work on a flat structure with no hierarchy and for a government department work very well in a proactive state with a clear strategy in place so leaves little waiting for the green light to get the content and communication moving This organisation offers a flexible work week, you are responsible for making sure your content is delivered across a 37.5 hour week with flexibility to work from home on an adhoc basis and no set start and finish times (except for being available for 9:30am team meetings virtually or in person).

The position consists of a mix of internal and external communications including interviewing and producing stories for media, social communications content, emergency communications and producing content within the guidelines of the strategy and projects set.

**Day to day responsibilities**:

- Internal communication
- Stroytelling and content management
- Relationship management with internal and external stakeholders
- Media relations and issue management
- Emergency communications
- You will be a collaborative team player who is happy with a manager who will feed you direction then allow you to deliver in your own style while working within the organisations guidelines of course
- Ideally you would have an understanding of the public sector but this isn’t necessary
- Experience delivering internal and external communications through a range of channels including social media
- Knowledge of the use of Te Reo and experience blending bicultural approaches with communication
- An excellent writer who has the ability to think creatively but also able to take complex information and break it down for the public to enjoy

**Benefits**:

- Flexible work environment
- 5 weeks annual leave for continuing staff
- Retail discounts
- Learning and development opportunities
- On site child care
- Use of facilities and services
- Wellbeing benefits
- So much more

If you are ready for a fresh start and want to work for a communications team that is inclusive, fast paced and considered then please apply Any questions then call me, Sarah Harland on 03 3666 226

**Reference**:123456



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