Senior Communications Advisor

5 hours ago


Waikato, New Zealand Southwaikato Full time

Posted: 07/01/2025Closing Date: 04/02/2025Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: TokoroaJob Category: MarketingHere at South Waikato District Council, the community is at the heart of everything we do.
Our district provides accessible living, educational choices, breathtaking scenery, and a community that takes pride in its warmth and friendliness.Te aheinga: The opportunityOur Senior Communications Advisor - Kaiwhakapa matua is moving on and we are on the hunt for someone to continue the great progress he has made and bring more fresh ideas as we head into a busy year of Local Government elections and changes to Three Waters and other reforms.
If you've worked in the busy world of both internal and external communications, then check us out and see if we are a good fit for your career goals.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a changing environment.
The focus of the Senior Communications Advisor role is to:Develop and deliver comprehensive communication strategies to enhance the organization's public image and communications effectiveness.Keep Council, Iwi, the community, and stakeholders informed and engaged in the democratic process.Employ a variety of relevant methods, mediums, and technologies to get the message across.Support and empower the wider team to develop their skills.Support managers at all levels to develop impactful content and achieve productive outcomes with communication.Desired Skills and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with:3+ years experience in a communications, public relations, or professional social media role.Qualification in communications, public relations, or marketing.Excellent digital skills, including experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft 365.Experience of leading and supporting team members - in either a formal or informal capacity.Outside of work benefits, we also offer:Free flu vaccinationsSubsidised skin-checks and eye testsAdditional Christmas Leave (council days)Ongoing training and professional developmentThis is a full-time (40 hours per week) position based in Tokoroa, South Waikato.
Check out what the mighty Waikato has to offer here.Hybrid working options can be discussed for this role although you should expect to be on site at least 3 days per week.Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.We will be reviewing applications as they arrive.
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