Strategic Communications & Engagement Advisor

Ministry of Health New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Health New Zealand is seeking an Advisor to bring its work to life through clear, engaging communications across channels. You’ll craft content, support media and engagement, and help protect the Ministry’s reputation while balancing priorities across teams.

Based in Wellington, this role requires strong writing, ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences, and a proactive approach to deliver high-quality work on time.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing skills and a sharp eye for detail.
• The ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences and channels.
• Strong experience across communications, media and/or digital environments.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Initiative, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality work on time.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling content across media, digital and social channels.
• Deliver proactive communications that tell the Ministry's story.
• Monitor public, stakeholder and media sentiment to identify risks and opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Improve processes, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality work on time.

Skills

Content writing

Audience tailoring

Communications experience

Organisation

Timely delivery

Job description

Ministry of Health New Zealand is seeking an Advisor to bring its work to life through clear, engaging communications across channels. You’ll craft content, support media and engagement, and help protect the Ministry’s reputation while balancing priorities across teams.

Based in Wellington, this role requires strong writing, ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences, and a proactive approach to deliver high-quality work on time.