Director of Stakeholder Engagement and Communications

2 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Worksafe New Zealand Full time
About Us
At WorkSafe New Zealand, we believe that people are the most valuable asset in any organisation. Our vision is to ensure that everyone who goes to work comes home healthy and safe. We're passionate about our values: Whakakotahi - United in a strong purpose, Korero mai - Engage meaningfully, and Tiakina mai - Entrusted with a duty of care.
We offer a range of benefits including:
  • Free life insurance
  • Discounts on health insurance and eye care
  • Five weeks annual leave
  • 15 days sick leave
  • Learning and professional development opportunities
We're committed to diversity and welcome applicants from all walks of life. If you're looking for a role that makes a real difference, apply now.

About the Role
The Head of Communications and Government Services will play a pivotal role in ensuring WorkSafe operates effectively as a Crown entity. You'll lead teams responsible for government engagement, ministerial servicing, internal and external communications, and performance reporting. Key priorities include refining accountability reporting, strengthening strategic branding, and embedding consistent internal processes. You'll drive data-led decision-making, upskill leadership, and implement tools that enhance organisational effectiveness.

What You'll Bring
You are a strategic leader with deep expertise in government processes, accountability frameworks, and stakeholder engagement. You thrive in complex environments, balancing regulatory compliance with operational excellence. You're passionate about improving processes, driving a high-performance culture, and strengthening WorkSafe's external impact. Your key skills and experience include:
  • Extensive experience in ministerial and government engagement
  • Strong understanding of government machinery and ministerial processes
  • Proven ability to navigate complex government relationships
  • Exceptional strategic communication skills
  • Influencing senior leaders and managing stakeholders
This is a rare opportunity to lead a critical function in a high-profile regulatory organisation. Apply now to shape government engagement, strengthen organisational performance, and embed best-practice governance.

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