Senior Press Secretary

7 days ago

Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Senior Press Secretary - Hon Louise Upston at Department of Internal Affairs, WellingtonSenior Press Secretary (Fixed Term) - Office of Hon Louise UpstonThe Opportunity:Hon Louise Upston, the Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector, Minister for Social Development and Employment, Minister for Disability Issues, and Minister for Child Poverty Reduction, is seeking a Senior Press Secretary to join her team.
This role supports the Minister and her office with the development and promotion of key strategies related to the Minister's portfolios.This is a fixed-term position from February 2025 to December 2025.
The likely appointment range for this role is $144,458 - $195,150 per annum, with starting salaries reflecting relevant skills and experience, as well as internal parity.
The role is based on-site at Parliament.This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the heart of communicating the policies and initiatives of our new government to the New Zealand public and is likely to involve a level of international travel.What can I expect?As a Senior Press Secretary in Hon Louise Upston's office, you will join a highly capable and trusted team responsible for supporting the Minister across her portfolios.
Utilising your knowledge and experience around the Minister's portfolios, you will be responsible for ensuring that all media communications from the Minister's office are consistent with the agreed priorities and messages of the Government, providing a strategic outlook, and supporting the Minister with the development and promotion of key strategies.What skills or experience would I need to be successful?Media, communications, or journalism experience at a senior level.Experience in and an understanding of the Community and Voluntary Sector, Social Development, Disability Issues, and Child Poverty Reduction is highly desirable.Great attitude, exceptional organizational skills, and a willingness to build knowledge and confidence in communicating on both climate change and revenue-related matters.Ability to move seamlessly through a range of complex material, with an eye for detail and the ability to communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences through various channels.Highly attuned awareness of both the media and the political landscape.Confident in writing speeches and press releases.Comfortable and confident in building relationships with members of the Minister's team, the press gallery, and a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.Interested?
Apply todayPlease note applicants must be permanent residents or NZ Citizens and are required to obtain and maintain a national security clearance at a SECRET level.Ministerial Resourcing is the team within the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) responsible for ensuring Ministers' offices are suitably resourced with a range of highly skilled staff, who, in turn, provide a high level of support to the Minister, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of their office.As a Ministerial office staff member, you will be employed by DIA and supported by our dedicated team of Portfolio Managers.
Our purpose is to serve and connect people, communities, and Government to build a safe, prosperous, and respected nation.
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