Strategic Communications & Engagement Lead

Waikato District Councils; Cambridge; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Life insurance and medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Staff discounts

Job summary

Waipū District Council is seeking an experienced Senior Communication Advisor to join the Communication & Engagement Team. The role provides strategic communications and engagement advice across council projects, with a focus on delivering clear messaging and building trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, elected members, partners, and the community.

You'll lead strategic plans, manage multiple channels, support consultation and reputation activities, and contribute to capability and

Qualifications

• You are an experienced communications professional with senior-level experience and the ability to provide strategic advice.
• You can lead integrated communications and engagement initiatives with strong judgement.
• You have excellent writing and storytelling skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Leading and contributing to strategic communications and engagement plans.
• Delivering clear, timely, and engaging communications across multiple channels.
• Building trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, elected members, partners, and the community.
• Supporting consultation, engagement, and reputation management activities.
• Contributing to capability, consistency, and best practice across the organisation.

Skills

Senior communications experience

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Excellent writing

Job description

Waipū District Council is seeking an experienced Senior Communication Advisor to join the Communication & Engagement Team. The role provides strategic communications and engagement advice across council projects, with a focus on delivering clear messaging and building trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, elected members, partners, and the community.

You'll lead strategic plans, manage multiple channels, support consultation and reputation activities, and contribute to capability and