Media and Communications Advisor

Provide communications advice and support for regional and national projects, manage regional media relationships and enquiries, use a broad range of DOC's channels to effectively share our amazing stories
- Take advantage of a range of development and training opportunities across the organisation
- 4 weeks + 3 days annual leave per year, flexible hours & hybrid office/WFH
- Permanent full time, Auckland location

Toitū te marae a Tāne, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata

If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive

**He angitūtanga | About the role**

Are you a passionate, creative storyteller who loves getting out into nature? How would you feel about the opportunity to get up-close and personal with some of the most unique native species and stunning locations Aotearoa has to offer - and to share stories about the incredible conservation mahi of Te Papa Atawhai|Department of Conservation?

As a Media and Communications Advisor, you will lead and deliver media and communications support for the Auckland Region, telling their amazing conservation stories. You will also provide media and communications support to a number of national portfolios and projects, with the support of the wider Media and Communications Team. You will quickly identify risks and opportunities, adapt your approach, and provide staff and stakeholders with appropriate communications support when required.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

We are looking for a flexible self-starter and capable multi-tasker who has strong communication planning and writing skills. You will have a natural ability to tell stories using multiple channels, as well as the capability to identify and act on opportunities, engaging with different audiences and proactively seek opportunities.

If you have the following skills and experience, we are keen to hear from you:

- Creative experience telling stories using a range of internal and external communications channels, as well as a proven track record of communicating across a diverse and distributed organisation
- Ability to quickly understand multiple issues, manage conflicting priorities and operate to a high standard
- Excellent communicator and collaborator with both internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in developing and implementing effective systems to manage critical communications issues and risks
- Experience partnering and engaging with iwi and tangata whenua as well as an understanding of the implications of the Treaty of Waitangi is highly desirable
- Three plus years' experience leading communications and media relations
- A tertiary qualification in communications, media, public relations or marketing

**Ko ngā hua | What we offer**

A fantastic supportive and collaborative working environment. Being the multiple award winner of the most attractive employer in the public sector (and second overall) with an average turnover beyond 10 years, we know people generally really enjoy working with us

We take pride in enabling our people to bring their unique perspectives to mahi, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

- Flexible working options where applicable, including flexible hours and hybrid office/working-from-home/working remotely
- DOC perks: Free accommodation in our backcountry huts and campsites, visitor centre product discounts, outdoor apparel and gear discounts (including Bivouac Outdoor, Macpac and Mountain Avenue).
- Opportunity to develop and grow your skills within the group and wider organisation
- Te Pukenga Atawhai - Cultural Capability Development Programme
- Active employee networks including Te Kāwai Aho Tapu - Māori Kaimahi Network, Rainbow Network

Check these out in more detail via Why work at DOC?

**Mō mātou | About us**

Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture. Our Te Kaupapa behaviours of whakatīnanatia (we deliver), atawhaitia a Papatūānuku (we love nature), whakawhānaungatanga (we build relationships) and whakaauaha (we innovate)_ _guide what we need to do for Papatūānuku to Thrive.

**_Mō te tīma_** | About the team**

The Media and Communications Team provide media and external communications support and services across the Department, working closely with Ministers' offices and senior management. Spread across Aotearoa, each region has a regionally based media and communications advisor to advise and support regional staff on local operations/projects and issues while also providing support on regionally and nationally significant programmes and projects.

Submit a tailored CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience, and alignment to our Kaupapa

Rā katinga | Applications close: Tuesday 23 August

Taupānga| Job Reference: DOC/ 1651207

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is manda