Communications Assistant – ACT Party

10 hours ago

Wellington Central, Wellington, New Zealand Parliamentary Service Full time

Be part of the team that supports one of New Zealand's most dynamic political movements.

The ACT Caucus Support Centre is seeking a proactive, highly organised Communications Assistant to provide exceptional communications support to ACT Members of Parliament and the ACT Caucus Support Centre staff. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role at the heart of New Zealand's democracy, based within the Parliamentary Precinct in Wellington.

About Parliamentary Service

Parliamentary Service supports New Zealand's democracy by providing excellent service to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the public. Our work is guided by our core values: Integrity, Manaakitanga, Accountability, Whanaungatanga, and Empowerment, ensuring we have the best people supporting the best Parliament in the world.

About the ACT Caucus Support Centre

The ACT Leader's Office (ALO) is funded through the Parliamentary Service. It supports the ACT Leader and ACT Members of Parliament in their parliamentary duties by providing a range of professional, timely, accurate, and high-quality political services, advice, and support. This includes:

  • Outreach support – planning and delivering community engagement across the country
  • Communications services (written, printed, and digital) for the ACT Leader, MPs, and their offices
  • Research support and services for MPs
  • Administrative support

About the Role

As a Communications Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the ACT Caucus Support Centre runs smoothly, providing communications support to ACT Members of Parliament and staff to help them fulfil their parliamentary and public duties.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting and scheduling social media posts
  • Preparing and sending email updates
  • Keeping website content current and accurate
  • Managing contact databases
  • Coordinating advertising placement
  • Drafting statements and responses for media
  • Supporting MPs and senior staff with a wide variety of communications tasks
  • Other tasks with Parliamentary purpose as required

About You

You're a calm and capable recent graduate who thrives in a busy, dynamic environment. You take initiative, pay close attention to detail, and can manage multiple priorities with diplomacy and discretion.

You will bring:

  • Ideally a recent graduate
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organisational, planning, and time-management abilities
  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and judgement
  • The ability to build strong relationships and work well as part of a small, focused team
  • A good understanding of Parliamentary or governmental processes (or a strong interest in learning)

Why Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to work in a politically engaged, fast-moving environment where your contribution directly supports Members of Parliament in serving New Zealanders. Every day is different, and your work will make a visible impact.

You'll be part of a small, motivated team that values initiative, professionalism, and collaboration.

Applications close 11:59pm Friday 9th January 2026. Please note that applications will only be accepted online. If you have any confidential questions, please contact: 

Important Note: This vacancy will remain open through the Christmas break. There will be no replies to questions from 25 December until the advert closes, so please plan accordingly.

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity and inclusion and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.

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