Strategic Communications Advisor

7 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand Government Communications Security Bureau Full time

Put yourself at the heart of New Zealand's cyber defence
We have a rare opportunity for an experienced communications practitioner to challenge themselves in a truly unique and stimulating environment at the forefront of New Zealand's national security.
**About the role**:
In this role, you will be designing, developing and implementing the stakeholder engagement and communications approach and activities for the GCSB's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
Day to day, this role will be responsible for a diverse range of tasks including creating communications and stakeholder engagement plans and strategies, managing media requests, writing speeches, producing communications material and collateral, and supporting the communications response to high-profile cyber security incidents. Your work will play a central part in ensuring the reputation of the NCSC is protected and enhanced. You will also work across the wider security and intelligence sector to enhance the New Zealand Intelligence Community's approach to communications.
Who are we looking for?
Your expertise and skills in the following areas will be fundamental to your success:
A tertiary qualification in a relevant area such as journalism, communications or external public relations
Demonstrated experience (5 years+) working in an intermediate to senior communications role
A sound understanding of the machinery of government and our political environment
Significant experience developing and implementing communications strategies and plans
Experience in online and digital communications
Proven ability to work strategically
Experience writing speeches and developing presentations
Demonstrated relationship management at all levels
Ability to find solutions to complex problems.
A genuine interest in cyber security, and the ability to translate technical concepts into everyday language
**Desirable**: An understanding of national security matters, the National Security System, and the role of GCSB and NZSIS within that system
Why Join Us?
Alongside getting to work with other talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include:
Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages
Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver
Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave
Childcare allowance for your preschoolers
Onsite free gym (for wellington-based staff)
Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community
Great work-life balance
Before you apply
Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.
**You must**:
Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years
OR
Hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years
Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance
Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15-year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
You can also learn more about our work and understand our areas of focus by reading New Zealand's Security Threat Environment | New Zealand Security Intelligence Service
Job Details
Reference #
9271
Location(s)
Wellington, Auckland
Salary
Band I $120,358 (90%) - $153,791 (115%)
Midpoint of the salary range (100%) reflects full competence in the role
Closes on
16 Nov 2025 23:55
Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
Job level(s)
Experienced
Expertise
Communications

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