Communications Delivery Manager - Justice Change & Adoption

Ministry Of Justice; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in Wellington seeks a Manager, Communications Delivery to lead the development and delivery of clear, engaging communications for Te Au Reka, ensuring stakeholders understand the change and how to participate.

You will manage a small team, align messaging across internal and external channels, and translate strategic goals into compelling narratives that support adoption and impact across courts and tribunals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications leadership within complex change environments.
• Strong people leadership and ability to build a high-performing communications function.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Translate strategy into engaging communications for diverse audiences.
• Understanding Te Ao Māori, Te Reo Māori and tikanga.
• Knowledge of Court and Tribunal environments and Te Au Reka implications.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external communications, engagement materials, and collateral.
• Provide strategic oversight and practical leadership for high-quality communications products.
• Build confidence, readiness and commitment to the future way of working in the courts.
• Translate strategy into messaging that resonates across diverse audiences.
• Ensure the team has the capability, tools and processes to deliver effectively.

Skills

Communications leadership

People leadership

Adaptability

Strategic communication

Māori knowledge

Court environments

Team collaboration

Storytelling

Job description

Ministry of Justice in Wellington seeks a Manager, Communications Delivery to lead the development and delivery of clear, engaging communications for Te Au Reka, ensuring stakeholders understand the change and how to participate.

You will manage a small team, align messaging across internal and external channels, and translate strategic goals into compelling narratives that support adoption and impact across courts and tribunals.