Advisor, Communications

Te Puni Kōkiri - Ministry of Māori Development; Wellington; On-site; NZD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare allowances

Wellbeing subsidies

Optical allowance

Te reo Māori allowances

Medical insurance discounts

Training and development

Parental leave enhancements

Job summary

Te Puni Kōkiri - Ministry of Māori Development in Wellington seeks an Advisor, Communications to help tell stories and deliver messaging that supports whānau, hapū and iwi outcomes.

You’ll develop communications plans, create engaging content, support media engagement, and provide stakeholder and branding advice across the organisation, contributing to a cohesive approach that aligns with government priorities.

Qualifications

• You’ll bring 2-4 years’ experience in communications, media, or an advisory environment, along with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in communications planning, media engagement, digital communications, and content development will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications plans and create engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Support media engagement and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Provide branding advice to align with Te Puni Kōkiri priorities.

Skills

Communications experience

Media engagement

Stakeholder relations

Content development

Te reo Māori capability

Job description

Help share the stories and outcomes that make a difference for whānau, hapū and iwi. Shape communications that support significant Māori development priorities. Te Tari Matua, Pōneke | National Office, Wellington

Our Strategy puni is seeking a Kaitohutohu, Te Ahunga | Advisor, Communications to help tell the stories that support positive outcomes for whānau, hapū and iwi.

This is an opportunity to grow your communications career while contributing to meaningful work that makes a difference for Māori communities.

The Strategy Puni plays a key role in shaping Te Puni Kōkiri's strategic direction through strategy, performance, monitoring, communications, and engagement. The team supports organisational decision-making, strengthens accountability, and ensures Māori perspectives are reflected in government service delivery.

The Communications team leads internal and external communications, media engagement, and stakeholder relationships that support and amplify the kaupapa of Te Puni Kōkiri.

As Advisor, Communications, you'll provide communications advice and support the planning, development, and delivery of communications that enhance the organisation's reputation and impact.

Working across Te Puni Kōkiri, you'll develop communications plans, create engaging content, support media engagement, and provide stakeholder and branding advice.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll help deliver clear, consistent, and effective communications that support organisational priorities and outcomes for whānau, hapū, and iwi.

The likely appointment range is $76,785 to $85,316, depending on skills and experience. The full salary range for this position is $76,785 to $102,379.

What you'll get in return

You’ll bring 2-4 years’ experience in communications, media, or an advisory environment, along with strong written and verbal communication skills. You'll be confident developing content for a range of audiences and channels and building effective relationships with stakeholders, leaders, media, and colleagues. Experience in communications planning, media engagement, digital communications, and content development will be advantageous.

You’ll also have:

• An understanding of the public sector environment
• A commitment to improving outcomes for Māori
• A broad understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Confidence working in a te ao Māori environment
• A willingness to develop your te reo Māori capability

What you'll get in return

Te Puni Kōkiri offers a supportive and rewarding environment where kaimahi are encouraged to grow and thrive. Alongside flexible working arrangements, we offer:

• Childcare, hauora/wellbeing, optical and te reo Māori proficiency allowances
• Medical insurance discounts
• In-house te reo Māori training
• Professional development and study assistance
• Enhanced parental leave provisions

Join a passionate team committed to creating positive outcomes for whānau, hapū and iwi across Aotearoa.

Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development

We are committed to our vision of 'Thriving Whānau' - when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa. Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown. Our people are at the heart of the work we do – using our approaches to improve outcomes to, for and with Māori, and to drive our efforts to build an Aotearoa where whānau can all stand, thrive and belong.

Find out more about Our Story

We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being.

Applications close on Monday, 16 November 2026 at 11.55pm.

Nau mai rā ko ngā tononga i te reo Māori, te reo Pākehā, te reorua rānei | We welcome applications in te reo Māori, English, or both.

Īmē[e-mail] he pātai āu |[e-mail] any pātai.

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