Senior Communications and Engagement Advisor

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

The Ministry of Justice Te Tāhū o te Ture is seeking an experienced Senior Communications and Engagement Advisor to deliver end-to-end communication services across the Ministry through the provision of strategic communications advice, planning and delivery.

You will craft compelling content for a range of channels and audiences, so your writing skills will be second to none.

Additionally, you will support the Ministry with designing, planning and delivering engagement activities internally and externally.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

Reporting to the Manager Communications Delivery, in the Communications and Ministerial Services team, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

• a minimum of 5 years experience in communications and/or stakeholder engagement, with demonstrable experience in a senior advisory role
• proven ability to develop and execute communications strategies and plans that drive stakeholder engagement
• exceptional writing, editing and presentation skills, with a knack for distilling complex information into clear and compelling content
• exceptional relationship management skills and the ability to form strong working relationships with senior leaders
• understanding of current and emerging digital communication trends and platforms
• an understanding of the machinery of government, and experience navigating a large or complex public sector agency
• experience coaching and mentoring other communications professionals.   

Mō mātou/About us

 At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, were committed to strengthening peoples trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Our Communications and Ministerial Services team plays a crucial role in connecting the Ministry with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/Whats great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $98,208 and $135,539 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Sunday 25 May; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact ***********@justice.govt.nz

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Information :

• Company : NZ Ministry of Justice
• Position : Senior Communications and Engagement Advisor
• Location : Wellington City, North Island
• Country : NZ