Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
The Ministry of Justice is seeking a permanent Communications Advisor -Te Tari Whakatau to help deliver end-to-end communication services and products. The Communications Advisor Te Tari Whakatau will support The Office of Treaty Settlements and Takutai Moana – Te Tari Whakatau. This arrangement is part of the Shared Services Agreement with the Ministry of Justice.
You will work collaboratively across Te Tari Whakatau and the Ministry of Justice to provide communications and engagement expertise. You'll build positive working relationships, offer great customer service and provide strategic communications advice as required.
Reporting to the Lead Communications Advisor Te Tari Whakatau, in this role, you will:
- develop and execute communication plans that align with the strategic direction of Te Tari Whakatau
- write and edit content for online channels, social media, speeches, presentations, and official documents
- manage events and respond to media inquiries
- foster strong working relationships within Te Tari Whakatau, the Ministry of Justice, and external stakeholders
- support continuous improvement in communication processes and service delivery.
Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- 2+ years' experience in a communications role
- strong writing, editing, and digital communications skills
- ability to simplify complex information and tailor messages for different audiences
- great attention to detail and be a proactive, solutions-focused team player
- skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- understanding of te ao Māori and tikanga Māori (basic te reo Māori is a plus!).
Mō mātou/About us
At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
The Communications & Ministerial Services team provide expert advice and support on internal and external communications, media and social media management, graphic design, and stakeholder engagement. Our team also manages official correspondence, including Ministerial responses, Official Information Act (OIA) requests, and Written Parliamentary Questions.
Additionally, we support Te Tari Whakatau (The Office of Treaty Settlements and Takutai Moana) with communications and official correspondence, ensuring transparency and connection between the Ministry, the public, and key stakeholders.
Join a supportive team environment where you'll have the opportunity to grow your career in an organisation with a renewed focus. Be part of a high-profile and challenging work programme that directly contributes to building the future of Aotearoa.
Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here
We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:
- 4.4 weeks holiday leave
- an online professional development portal
- access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
See our full range of benefits here.
With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.
Utu ā-tau/Salary
The appointing salary for this role will be between $72,634 and $100,846 based on skills and experience.
Tono mai/Apply
To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applications close on Sunday 13 April; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz
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