Programme Communications Lead

Oranga Tamariki; Wellington; Hybride; NZD 126 000 - 139 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Mobility assistance

Accessible meeting spaces

Adjustments to application/interview

Résumé du poste

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking a Programme Communications Lead to steer the communications and engagement strategy for a major programme. You will deliver strategic advice and tactical communications across channels, while focusing on stakeholder mapping, engagement plans and inclusive, accessible content.

The role sits within the Communications and Media department and reports to the Manager Organisational Communications, with a preference for Wellington-based work and a fixed

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and deliver communication and engagement strategies for large, complex programmes.
• Skilled in stakeholder mapping, creating engagement plans, and managing senior stakeholder expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal skills with creativity in crafting compelling narratives.
• Experienced in translating technical information into plain language for diverse audiences.
• Background in complex, technical programme communications and integration of initiatives into strategic work plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships across all levels.
• Knowledge of disability models and inclusive / accessible communications.
• Understanding and appreciation of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures.

Responsabilités

• Lead the communications and engagement strategy, planning and delivery for a programme in delivery phase.
• Provide strategic advice and tactical communication delivery across all channels (internal and external).
• Develop and deliver stakeholder engagement plans and collateral in collaboration with programme teams.
• Embed into project teams to fulfil programme communications and stakeholder engagement requirements.

Connaissances

Strategic communications

Stakeholder management

Written and verbal skills

Plain language writing

Inclusive / accessible communications

Cross-cultural awareness

Disability communications

Team player

Description du poste

• Pivotal role supporting a programmes with high-quality strategic communications advice and tactical delivery.
• Opportunity to contribute an exciting of work that will make a difference for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.
• Fixed term until June 2027
• Flexible location with a preference for Wellington based

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We putTamarikifirst
• We believeArohais vital
• We respect theManaof people
• We areTikaandPono
• We valueWhakapapa
• We recognise thatOrangais a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga| About therole

The Programme Communications Lead will lead the communications and engagement strategy, planning and delivery for a programme of work in its delivery phase.

They will be responsible for delivery of strategic advice and tactical communication delivery across all channels (internally and externally).

In addition, thisrole will have a specific focus on:

• Understanding, identifying and analysing internal and external stakeholders and their communications requirements.
• Developing an inclusive, integrated and accessible communications and stakeholder strategy and plan.
• Developing and delivering communications collateral across internal and external channels collaboratively with members of the programme teams (including change management)

The role requires strong strategic communications experience and will work cross-functionally with the other teams and horizontally across the organisation to ensure deliverables create the shifts werequireto improve our practices and services.

Reporting to the Manager Organisational Communications, the role will be part of the Communications and Media department and will follow all communication team processes and policies. The role will be embedded into the project or programme teams to fulfil specific programme communications and stakeholder engagement requirement

About the programme:

Integrated Safe Care Response Programme –

This Programme delivers on Budget 2025 funding to respond to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in State Care. It is being led across the Chief Social Worker and Professional Practice and Tamariki and Whānau Services groups at Oranga Tamariki. We have created a collaborative environment that delivers meaningful outcomes and are committed to developing solutions by working across Oranga Tamariki services and partners, being informed by our front-line expertise and experience and taking a flexible and iterative approach to design and implementation.

This role will enable you to bring your specialist knowledge and experience to a meaningful programme of work to ensure tamariki and rangatahi will be safe, supported and receive tailored care, no matter where they are in the care system.

Key requirements of the role include:

• Proven ability to develop and deliver communication and engagement strategies and plans for large, complex programmes.
• Skilled in stakeholder mapping, creating engagement plans, and managing senior stakeholder expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with creativity in crafting compelling narratives.
• Experienced in translating technical information into plain language and creating accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Background in complex, technical programme communications and the ability to integrate diverse initiatives into strategic work plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, collaborative and confidential relationships across all levels and sectors.
• Effective team player who fosters positive team culture.
• A strong and respected communications professional with deep knowledge and experience of disability models, inclusive and accessible communications.
• Has knowledge, understanding and ability to work with and respond to the diverse needs, experiences and views of tamariki, rangatahi, parents and caregivers that Oranga Tamariki interact with.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

We value and welcome candidates with a clear and genuine connection to the disability community through personal lived experience, community involvement, cultural background, or professional/voluntary work alongside the capabilities listed in the position description.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $125,926 and $139,459 dependant on experience.

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

Internal secondment opportunities may be considered. If you are interested in a secondment to this role, please discuss with your direct manager.

Oranga Tamariki is committed to making the recruitment process accessible and equitable. Support may include:

• Assistance for mobility and transport needs.
• Accessible meeting spaces and online options.
• Adjustments to the application or interview process on request.

Reference # 43487

Location(s) Wellington

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