Strategic Media & Communications Partner

Aitomic Jobs; Auckland; Remote; NZD 99,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Auckland is seeking a Media & Communications professional to help build and shape a newly established Communications function. You will work alongside senior academic and professional leaders to tell stories that inform, inspire and create impact across campuses and external audiences.

You’ll translate strategic priorities into proactive communication plans, advise senior leaders on risk and reputation, and help elevate the university’s communications across marketing, recruitment

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic communications advice at senior level across large, complex institutions.
• Develop and deliver proactive media opportunities and spokespeople training.
• Translate complex topics into clear, engaging content for internal and external audiences.
• Advise leaders on risk, issues management and reputation.
• Build strong relationships with deans, researchers and stakeholders.
• Support the transformation of communications across marketing, recruitment, and engagement.

Job description

University of Auckland is seeking a Media & Communications professional to help build and shape a newly established Communications function. You will work alongside senior academic and professional leaders to tell stories that inform, inspire and create impact across campuses and external audiences.

You’ll translate strategic priorities into proactive communication plans, advise senior leaders on risk and reputation, and help elevate the university’s communications across marketing, recruitment