Senior Media Strategy Lead - Shape NZ Injury Prevention

ACC New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 101,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% employer superannuation

Job summary

ACC New Zealand is seeking a Senior Advisor, Media in Wellington for a fixed term to 31 August 2027. You will lead development and delivery of proactive media strategies that support ACC's priorities, identify timely opportunities, and build strong relationships with journalists to deliver credible coverage.

The appointing salary ranges from $101,287 to $142,993 based on experience. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% employer superannuation contribution, life and income

Qualifications

• Significant experience in media relations, communications, public relations or journalism.
• Strong experience developing and delivering proactive media strategies and campaigns.
• A strong news sense and the ability to identify timely, audience-focused media opportunities.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including news items, opinion pieces and briefing materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of proactive media strategies that support ACC's priorities.
• Identify timely media opportunities and build trusted relationships with journalists.
• Provide strategic media advice to senior leaders and subject matter experts.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Journalist relationships

Written communication

Story development

Planning and prioritisation

Stakeholder influence

Political awareness

Job description

ACC New Zealand is seeking a Senior Advisor, Media in Wellington for a fixed term to 31 August 2027. You will lead development and delivery of proactive media strategies that support ACC's priorities, identify timely opportunities, and build strong relationships with journalists to deliver credible coverage.

The appointing salary ranges from $101,287 to $142,993 based on experience. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% employer superannuation contribution, life and income