Senior Advisor, Communications and Engagement

14 hours ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission leads the public sector to make a positive difference for New Zealand and New Zealanders.
Effective communication and engagement are fundamental to the Commission's role as a system leader. The Communications and Engagement team provides strategic advice and services that support a unified Public Service, and professional communications function, that engenders public trust and confidence.
This is an opportunity to support senior leaders and agencies to make a positive difference to the services and outcomes that New Zealanders rely upon, right at the heart of the Public Service.

**As a Senior Advisor in the group, you will be responsible for**:

- Providing strategic advice to the Chief Communications Officer and to senior leaders across the Commission
- Planning and creating communications and engagement collateral, including for digital and social media platforms and audiences
- Monitoring media coverage and engaging, or supporting others to engage, with media and external stakeholders on issues and opportunities relevant to the Public Service.
- Supporting the Commission's internal communications programme as required.

You will have excellent writing skills, both strategic and tactical skills - with a focus on delivery and thorough understanding of the Public Service and the context in which the Commission operates.
You will need to be able to build strong relationships and be committed to helping Te Kawa Mataaho engage openly and authentically, across the Public Service and with other stakeholders, across both traditional and digital channels.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an agile, dynamic team undertaking challenging, varied, and important work in a collaborative and inclusive working environment.
This position pays between $99,200 to $116,700 depending on skills and experience.



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