Senior Communications Adviser – Media Strategy (Fixed-Term)

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 105,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corrections' Media Team is seeking a Senior Adviser Communications for a fixed term contract until 30 June 2027. This role focuses on media management, responding to queries, arranging interviews, and supporting senior leaders through events and social channels.

Based at the National Office in Wellington, the position requires strong writing, risk awareness, and the ability to mentor junior team members. On-site presence is expected most weeks with on-call arrangements discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and manage media opportunities and issues.
• Experience supporting senior leaders through events and media relations.

Responsibilities

• Researching and responding to media queries
• Identifying and managing potential media issues
• Promoting good news stories
• Arranging interviews or filming opportunities

Skills

Writing and proofreading

Media management

Risk radar

Stakeholder relations

Oral communication

Job description

The Corrections' Media Team is seeking a Senior Adviser Communications for a fixed term contract until 30 June 2027. This role focuses on media management, responding to queries, arranging interviews, and supporting senior leaders through events and social channels.

Based at the National Office in Wellington, the position requires strong writing, risk awareness, and the ability to mentor junior team members. On-site presence is expected most weeks with on-call arrangements discussed at interview.