Communications Lead

2 weeks ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Parliament Full time

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**Job no**: FXGBP

**Category**: Communications

**Mō te tīma | About the Team**

The Parliamentary Engagement team is a unique collaboration of staff from both the Office of the Clerk and the Parliamentary Service. Together, we’re responsible for building and executing Parliament’s engagement strategy - helping the public better understand and participate in the democratic process.

From education to digital content, we deliver innovative, accessible, and inclusive initiatives that bring Parliament closer to New Zealanders. Our Communications team plays a central role in this mahi, creating clear, engaging, and consistent messaging across internal and external channels, leading media relationships, and ensuring Parliament’s story is told in a way that resonates with diverse audiences.

We work directly with the public and media to ensure everyone has the opportunity to engage with Parliament’s work in a meaningful way.

**Mō te tūnga | About the Role**

As the Communications Lead, you’ll be responsible for developing and delivering Parliament’s internal and external communications strategy. You’ll provide advice and solutions to senior leaders, including the Chief Executive of Parliamentary Service and the Clerk of the House, and lead a team to deliver impactful communications across multiple channels.

This is a 6-month fixed term role (or secondment opportunity) where you will:

- Lead and coach a communications team
- Manage Parliament New Zealand’s social media and digital content
- Develop and implement internal and external communications strategies
- Advise on high-profile projects and provide crisis communications leadership
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media, the Press Gallery, and stakeholders across the parliamentary precinct

This is a high-impact leadership role where your work will directly shape how New Zealanders experience and understand Parliament.

**Tō kete | What You’ll Bring**
- A relevant tertiary qualification and significant experience in senior communications roles
- Proven experience in managing social media and digital content
- Strong political acumen and understanding of the New Zealand parliamentary environment
- Demonstrated success in leading communications strategies for complex organisations
- Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in politically sensitive environments
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and develop a team

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What We Offer**

We offer a range of benefits including access to an on-site gym and pool, learning and development opportunities and flexible working arrangements. Our ever-changing environment allows us to be part of the action at Parliament including attending Question Time, select committees and other key events. We offer a thorough induction, and excellent working conditions.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**
- Closes in 14 days - 17 Sep 2025
- Published on 03 Sep 2025, 3:55 AM

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