Senior Media Adviser – Communications (Fixed Term)

CGR Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 105,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Senio r Adviser Communications sought by Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections for a fixed-term contract based in Wellington. Role centres on media management, responding to queries and supporting senior leaders through events and social channels.

The position requires an ability to handle sensitive issues, strong written and oral communication, and a commitment to mentoring junior team members within the Media Team.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and proofreading skills to produce clear, accurate media content.
• Ability to respond to media queries and manage external communications with stakeholders.
• Experience in handling sensitive or complex issues with sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Research and respond to media queries and identify potential media issues.
• Arrange interviews, filming opportunities and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Mentor junior team members and support senior leaders with communications strategies.

Skills

Strong writing

Proofreading

Media relations

Interpersonal skills

Risk awareness

Job description

Senio r Adviser Communications sought by Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections for a fixed-term contract based in Wellington. Role centres on media management, responding to queries and supporting senior leaders through events and social channels.

The position requires an ability to handle sensitive issues, strong written and oral communication, and a commitment to mentoring junior team members within the Media Team.