Senior Advisor – Marketing and Communications (Fixed-term)

Stats NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 97,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

3 extra leave days

Flu vaccines

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Corporate rates

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Stats NZ is seeking a Senior Advisor – Marketing and Communications to join the central Communications Team within the Office of the Chief Executive. You will translate complex data into clear, accessible communications and support strategic and tactical activities for high-priority programmes across Stats NZ.

You will work with senior leaders to develop fit-for-purpose content and plans, strengthening understanding of the value of data for New Zealand.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in a senior communications and marketing role.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills for clear, audience-focused material.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships.
• Proven track record giving high-quality advice to senior leaders.
• Comfortable switching between big-picture strategy and tactical execution.
• Demonstrates a can-do, whatever-it-takes attitude.
• Good understanding of economic, social, and governmental influences on the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex data and programme information into clear, accessible communications.
• Develop fit-for-purpose communications plans and content across programmes.
• Support strategic and operational communications for high-priority initiatives across Stats NZ.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and technical specialists to tell the data story effectively.

Skills

Communications generalist

Writing and editing

Relationship building

Advising senior leaders

Strategic & tactical thinking

Can-do attitude

Policy/government context

Job description

At Stats NZ we’re all about data that improves lives today and for generations to come. If you’re a communications and marketing professional interested in joining an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes through data – read on.

• Bring your generalist communications and marketing skills, creativity, and ideas.
• Contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference to the people of New Zealand.
• Enjoy a combination of strategic and tactical internal and external communications mahi.
• Fixed-term role until 30 June 2027 based in Wellington.

The role

As Senior Advisor – Marketing and Communications you will be part of the Communications Team within the Office of the Chief Executive. We are a centralised communications and marketing function providing strategic and tactical marketing and communications support across Stats NZ.

We’re looking for a generalist communications and marketing practitioner who enjoys being busy and can turn their hand to a range of projects and activity. You will provide strategic and operational communications support for complex, high-priority programmes across Stats NZ.

You will work closely with senior leaders and technical specialists to translate complex data and programme information into clear, accessible communications, develop fit-for-purpose communications plans and content, and help strengthen understanding of the value of data for New Zealand.

What you bring

To be successful in this role you’ll:

• be a skilled and confident communications and marketing generalist with at least five-years’ experience in a similar senior communications and marketing role
• have exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate strategic, complex or technical information into clear, compelling material that’s fit for purpose and audience
• have sound interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships
• be able to demonstrate a track record in providing high-quality advice to senior leaders
• be comfortable switching between big picture, creative thinking, tactical marketing and communications operations and reactive issues management
• bring a can-do, whatever it takes attitude
• have a good understanding of economic, social and governmental influences, the political environment and other agencies and groups likely to impact on our organisation.

For all our roles, we’re looking for people who:

• Act with integrity, take responsibility, and do what’s right even when it’s hard.
• Understand the ‘why’ behind their work and focus on delivering real value.
• Stay curious and open to learning, seeing challenges as chances to grow.
• Build respectful and inclusive relationships, grounded in care for others.
• Work collaboratively across boundaries and contribute to collective outcomes.

We don’t expect you to know everything. What matters is your genuine interest, commitment, and readiness to grow with us. Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ.

What’s in it for you?

The Communications Team is an awesome mix of people who are at their best working as a team. They like a good laugh and an excellent communications plan or two! If this sounds like you, read on.

• diverse strategic and tactical communications and marketing work
• 37.5-hour work week
• 3 extra leave days (taken during end-of-year office closure)
• supportive management and a fun, creative and hardworking team
• comfortable, modern offices in central Wellington
• varied and important work for Stats NZ and New Zealand’ data future
• a broad range of employee-led social and community groups.
• Flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and corporate rates for a variety of services and products
• opportunities for career development and progression

Salary: $97,270 – $131,601 (pro-rata) + KiwiSaver

About Us | Ko mātou

Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is the National Statistics Office, leading the way in data and insights. While this is our focus, it’s our people who are central to everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, recognising that our work is strengthened by the people behind it.

The data and insights we produce help shape decisions across government, communities, and businesses, and plays an important role in telling the story of Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mahi supports informed decision making at both national and local levels, helping improve outcomes for people, the economy, and the environment.

We’re proud of the role we play in guiding and strengthening the data system, with a goal of delivering high quality data with equitable access for all.

Before applying, we encourage you to watch our Life at Stats NZ video. It offers a glimpse into who we are, what we value, and the diverse perspectives and experiences that make Stats NZ a great place to work.

You must have a valid work permit or visa to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.