Principal Communications

2 weeks ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Senior communications role in a high performing public health agency
- Join a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives New Zealanders
- Salary midpoint of $136,833, actual salary dependent on your experience

We are looking for a proven communications professional to support and guide our Agency by leading our communications and engagement.

**Mō tō mātou rōpū - About our team**: Te Aho o Te Kahu provides national leadership and oversight of cancer control as well as system-wide prioritisation and coordination of cancer care in Aotearoa. The Agency has a key role in driving the system change needed to achieve the ambitious goals set out in the New Zealand Cancer Action Plan 2019-2029.
The Office of the Chief Executive undertakes enabling functions to support the work of the agency. This includes managing information flow, communications, media engagement, and a range of machinery of government functions. It also coordinates planning and reporting at an organisational level, along with business and financial management.

Te whainga poto o tēnei tūranga - What is the purpose of this position?: The Communications & Engagement Advisor leads strategic communication and engagement for Te Aho o Te Kahu. This role provides quality advice, strengthening our connections with key health agencies and the profile and reputation of the Agency.

**Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Wheako - Skills & Experience**:

- Significant experience in strategic communications and engagement planning
- Demonstrated ability to provide professional, independent and objective advice
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; good planning and organisational skills.
- Understanding of and commitment to improving equity of outcomes for Māori, Pacific, and other high needs populations
- Knowledge of the machinery of Government and managing at the political interface
- Sound understanding of tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles

Join Te Aho o Te Kahu - Ngā tūranga e wātea ana Working at Te Aho o Te Kahu (Cancer Control Agency) is inspiring, meaningful and rewarding. The Agency provides an incredible opportunity to work alongside other passionate individuals in leading efforts to drive the changes required to improve cancer outcomes for all New Zealanders.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply

To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it - For information on work visa eligibility, check out the Immigration New Zealand website.
We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us. Please contact us if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.

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