Digital Communications Specialist

1 day ago


New Plymouth, New Zealand Taranaki Regional Council Full time

In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for leading the development of our first digital communication strategy and creating and managing exceptional and engaging digital content that reaches a wide audience.

**Mō mātou | About us**

We are an enthusiastic bunch of people at Taranaki Regional Council, helping the region continue to be an enviable place to live, play and do business.

Our mission is to work for a thriving Taranaki by promoting the sustainable use, development and protection of our natural and physical resources, and advocating for the region’s best interests.

**Whakatakanga & **Whanonga pono**|** Mission & Values**

Our mission is to work for a thriving Taranaki by promoting the sustainable use, development and protection of our natural and physical resources, and advocating for the region’s best interests.

We are committed to providing a service first approach to the public and regional community, and in doing so aim to continue to better the quality of our performance while working safely, sustaining effective communication and teamwork, having the initiative and right to make mistakes, holding accountability for improvement, being results-driven, and holding high job satisfaction.

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

If you are looking for a varied role where no two days are the same and you are equally happy developing strategy and implementing it, this is the perfect role for you. Key responsibilities include:

- Develop and lead implementation of the digital media strategy
- Ensure a relevant, up-to-date, content-rich website that enables visitors to easily find information
- Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate digital data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information.
- Use your extensive knowledge of social media channels and digital media to deliver successful communication and marketing campaigns as well as provide advice to others on their campaigns.
- Work with relevant service providers to ensure the website and intranet are functioning and accessible.

The role sits within the busy communications and engagement team, where bouncing ideas around, pitching in to help out, and willingness to experiment are part of our team DNA. If this sounds like an environment you’d enjoy, we’d love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role you will need a relevant tertiary degree in digital design, marketing or communications and a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a digital communications specialist (or similar).

**What’s on offer?**

Taranaki Regional Council is a fantastic place to work We have a great People and Wellness team with many staff perks including:

- Active social club
- Flexible working options
- Induction programmes for every new employee
- Free car parking
- Access to free onsite Gym facilities
- Training opportunities within each role

However, the best part is working alongside fantastic people who are truly dedicated to the Taranaki region.

**Interested? Here’s how to apply



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