Senior Communications Advisor

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Type: Fixed term
Hours: Full time
Location: Wellington

Business group: Communications
Branch: Enterprise Services

Salary: $94,499- $117,598

Senior Communications Advisor Job Ad

• Are you passionate about good communications?
• Do you want to be part of an award-winning comms team?
• Are you a proven executer with an interest in creative, audience-centric communications?

Working at Tai Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced senior communications advisor to join us on a fixed-term through to the end of March 2026. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end communications planning and delivery across internal and external audiences. You will have proven experience fostering strong relationships with senior leaders, media, and other stakeholders. You will be willing to work at pace, applying creative communications tactics that put the audience at the centre.

In exchange, we offer you a collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

The Communications team sits within Enterprise Services, a branch dedicated to helping the Department achieve its strategic objectives.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.

Applications close: 5pm, Friday, 28 February 2025.
For more information please contact: Ali Palmer, alexandra.palmer@dia.govt.nz

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