Senior Media & Issues Lead – Public Service

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 132,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Commission Te Kawa Mataaho in Wellington, NZ, is seeking a Principal Advisor, Media to lead issues management and serve as the primary contact for media and external stakeholders. The role provides strategic, high-quality advice to the Public Service Commissioner and senior leaders on high-risk, politically sensitive matters.

You will shape external communications, support Ministers' offices, and develop trusted relationships across the public service while operating under

Responsibilities

• Leading the Commission's external communications strategy and media relations, including media queries, releases, speeches for the Minister and the Commissioner, and social media content.
• Spotting, monitoring and managing emerging issues, and advising the Commissioner and senior leaders on high-risk communications.
• Providing fast media support to the Minister's office, including reactive lines and briefing material.
• Building relationships with chief executives, senior leaders, agency communications teams and media, and coaching colleagues to build media capability.

Job description

Public Service Commission Te Kawa Mataaho in Wellington, NZ, is seeking a Principal Advisor, Media to lead issues management and serve as the primary contact for media and external stakeholders. The role provides strategic, high-quality advice to the Public Service Commissioner and senior leaders on high-risk, politically sensitive matters.

You will shape external communications, support Ministers' offices, and develop trusted relationships across the public service while operating under