Head of Communications — Outdoors & Public Sector

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Sur place; NZD 122 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

New Zealand Government’s Outdoor Access Commission, Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa, is seeking a communications leader in Wellington. You’ll own all channels—from website to media—driving a clear, plain-English voice for a Crown agency that advocates for outdoor access.

You’ll bring several years in communications, strong writing, and the ability to advise senior leaders while managing digital tools and analytics. A public sector background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Several years in communications, ideally with public sector or Crown agency experience.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience coordinating or leading others, with a hands-on attitude.
• Sound judgement with sensitive information; ability to advise senior leaders.
• Understanding of how government operates in New Zealand; developing mauri understanding.
• Comfort with digital tools, social media, and web analytics.
• Proactive, self-motivated with good time management.

Responsabilités

• Run the full communications spectrum: website, media, newsletters, social channels, and corporate documents.
• Lead day-to-day communications, ensuring messaging is strategic, effective, and consistent.
• Write clearly for various formats: website, newsletters, speeches, reports, and statements of intent.
• Be the first point of contact for media; handle routine inquiries and issue releases.
• Monitor political and media landscape and advise on potential implications.
• Maintain budgets, files, image library, and promotional materials.

Connaissances

Communications experience

Writing & editing

Team leadership

Public sector experience

Government operations

Mauri principles

Digital tools & analytics

Initiative & self-management

Description du poste

New Zealand Government’s Outdoor Access Commission, Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa, is seeking a communications leader in Wellington. You’ll own all channels—from website to media—driving a clear, plain-English voice for a Crown agency that advocates for outdoor access.

You’ll bring several years in communications, strong writing, and the ability to advise senior leaders while managing digital tools and analytics. A public sector background is preferred.