Advisor Communications and Engagement

Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora; Wellington; On-site; NZD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora in Wellington seeks an Advisor to bring the Ministry’s work to life through clear, engaging, and impactful communications. You’ll craft content that informs, connects, and builds trust while working across teams and with diverse stakeholders to protect and enhance the Ministry’s reputation.

You’ll develop communications and media content, provide insights, and help manage competing priorities to ensure New Zealanders understand the value and impact of the

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences and channels.
• Strong experience across communications, media and digital environments.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Initiative, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality work on time.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling content across media, digital and social channels.
• Deliver proactive communications that tell the Ministry’s story.
• Monitor public, stakeholder and media sentiment to identify risks and opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Improve processes, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality work on time.

Skills

Excellent writing

Audience tailoring

Communications across media/digital

Organisation

Initiative & judgement

Job description

• Develop communications across a range of channels on issues that matter to NZ
• Provide communications, engagement and media support across the Ministry
• Build strong relationships to deliver communications outcomes
• Midpoint of $82,061 dependent on experience

Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do

As an Advisor, you’ll help bring the Ministry’s work to life through clear, engaging, and impactful communications. Working across teams and with a wide range of stakeholders, you’ll craft content that informs, connects, and builds trust, while helping protect and enhance the Ministry’s reputation. From developing communications and media content to providing insights and managing competing priorities, you’ll play a key role in ensuring New Zealanders understand the value and impact of the Ministry’s work.

• Create compelling content across media, digital and social channels
• Deliver proactive communications that tell the Ministry’s story
• Monitor public, stakeholder and media sentiment to identify risks and opportunities
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Improve processes, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality work on time

Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you’ll bring

• Exceptional writing skills and a sharp eye for detail.
• The ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences and channels.
• Strong experience across communications, media and/or digital environments.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Initiative, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality work on time.

Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring

Discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, we value the authentic ‘you’, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings. Please contact us if you require any support to ensure the recruitment process is accessible.

Applications close on Monday 5 Oct 2026.

Please note: You must be based in Wellington and have full time permanent working rights in NZ to be considered for this position.

We are reviewing applications as they come in. Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date.

We are not receiving recruitment agency submissions at this time.