Communications Adviser - Internal & External

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Paid leave over Christmas

Holiday swap

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Financial Markets Authority (FMA) in New Zealand seeks an experienced Adviser, Communications - Internal & External to join our Communications and Delivery team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role covers internal and external communications across diverse channels, including social media, intranet, and podcasts.

You’ll deliver engaging content, support campaigns, and provide trusted communications advice while collaborating with passionate colleagues to advance our strategic priorities

Qualifications

• Sound writing and editorial experience in-house or agency (3+ years).
• Strong writing, editing and content creation skills.
• Experience producing content for different channels.
• Knowledge of social media technologies, trends and engagement.
• Experience in monitoring, measurement and evaluation of social channels.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Facebook, X and other paid/marketing channels.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and reasoning skills.
• Excellent prioritisation, time management and organisation.
• Ability to establish credibility and build trust quickly.
• Self-management with diplomacy and influence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and design software Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Experience in graphic design, photography, video or podcast content.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the FMA's social media channels and online communities with engaging, audience-focused content.
• Create high-quality written, visual and multimedia content for internal and external audiences.
• Support delivery and promotion of the FMA's podcast programmes.
• Update internal channels and intranet with current content.
• Lead graphic design work and create visual assets for digital and print channels.
• Monitor, measure and evaluate social media performance to drive improvements.
• Support planning and delivery of communications campaigns and initiatives.
• Provide trusted communications advice across the organisation.

Skills

Social media management

Content writing

Editing

Content strategy

Time management

Communication across channels

Analytical thinking

Audience engagement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

A great place to work. With great work to do. Ours is a meaningful and impactful role as a kaitiaki (caretaker) of financial services in Aotearoa. We oversee a market that does right by everyone, ensuring better outcomes for all New Zealanders. Our role as a kaitiaki is brought to life by our values: Look to the Horizon, Help the Team Work, Make the Calls, and Open Hearts, Open Minds.

Te Tūranga | The Role

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to New Zealand's financial system while working alongside passionate and highly capable colleagues. We're looking for an experienced Adviser, Communications - Internal & External to join our Communications and Delivery team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role provides cover during a period of professional development leave and offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of internal and external communications activities. As part of our External Relations and Communications team, you'll play a key role in delivering engaging content that supports the FMA's strategic priorities and enhances the experience of our stakeholders across digital and face-to-face channels.

In this varied role, you'll:

• Manage and grow the FMA's social media channels and online communities, ensuring content is consistent, engaging and audience-focused.
• Create high-quality written, visual and multimedia content for internal and external audiences.
• Support the delivery and promotion of the FMA's podcast programme.
• Manage and update internal communication channels, including our popular Intranet site 'Ātea' and Viva Engage.
• Lead graphic design work and create visual assets for digital and print channels.
• Monitor, measure and evaluate social media performance and community engagement, using insights to continuously improve outcomes.
• Support the planning and delivery of communications campaigns, projects and organisational initiatives.
• Provide trusted communications advice and support across the organisation.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You don't need to meet every requirement to apply. At the FMA, a growth mindset is at the heart of our culture. If you bring most of what we're looking for and are excited by the opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Sound writing and editorial experience in an in-house or agency communications role (e.g. ideally 3 years+), working across multiple audiences and channels.
• Strong writing, editing and content creation skills.
• Experience producing a variety of content for different channels.
• Strong knowledge of social media technologies, trends and practices, including how to maximise audience engagement.
• Experience in social media monitoring, measurement, evaluation and community management.
• Familiarity with creating and managing content for LinkedIn, Facebook, X, marketing communications and other paid media channels.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and reasoning skills.
• Outstanding task prioritisation, time management, planning and organisational skills.
• The ability to quickly establish credibility and build trust and respect.
• Effective self-management skills, including sound social judgement, diplomacy and the ability to exercise influence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and, ideally, design software including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Experience in graphic design, photography, video production or podcast content would also be highly valued.

Ngā painga | What we offer

• 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution
• Paid leave over the Christmas period
• The ability to swap public holidays for days that hold personal significance
• Exceptional learning and development opportunities, including technical training and leadership programmes

At the FMA, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We also offer a range of wellbeing, social and professional development opportunities that help our people thrive and connect.