Communications jobs in Wellington.

Leading communications planning · Developing extension resources · Managing digital content

Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, engagement, journalism, public relations, extension, agricultural science or related discipline, or equivalent senior-level experience; significant experience in publications, digital content, campaigns, and project management; strong primary sector knowledge; right to work in New Zealand.

Leading communications planning · Coordinating publications · Managing digital content

Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, engagement, journalism, public relations, extension, agricultural science or related discipline, or equivalent senior-level experience; significant experience in publications, digital content, campaigns, and project management; strong primary sector knowledge; right to work in New Zealand.

Leading communications strategy · Advising senior leadership · Managing stakeholder engagement

Significant executive leadership experience in communications, corporate affairs, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement within a large complex environment.

Leading communications initiatives · Providing strategic advice · Building stakeholder relationships

High level of experience in strategic communications and engagement, tertiary qualification in communications or relevant industry experience, proven track record in corporate communications or public affairs, excellent writing and editing skills, experience advising senior leaders.

Developing communication strategies · Delivering content strategy · Providing media advice

Proven experience in strategic communications, media, or public relations; strong storytelling and content management; collaborative mindset; ability to manage multiple deadlines; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Developing communications strategy · Establishing communication channels · Translating technical information

Significant experience in strategic, internal or change communications; proven ability to translate technical information; experience establishing communications channels and governance; adherence to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Leading communications strategy · Analysing stakeholder requirements · Developing communications collateral

Strong strategic communications experience; experience developing and delivering strategies for large, complex programmes; stakeholder mapping and engagement planning; experience translating technical information into accessible plain language; knowledge of disability models and inclusive communications

Organising advisory group meetings · Supporting catchment groups · Identifying emerging issues

Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Leading strategic communications · Developing compelling narratives · Managing communications risk

Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Creating content · Managing channels · Moderating conversations

5+ yrs5+ years corporate digital channel management or digital public affairs; strong social media and web CMS experience; Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro); analytics, accessibility, SEO; NZ citizenship or permanent residence with 10-year background history for security clearance.

Designing communications · Testing new ideas · Measuring engagement

Experience developing and delivering strategic communications, engagement and/or behaviour change approaches; experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi; New Zealand work rights

Developing communications strategies · Delivering engagement approaches · Testing new ideas

Proven experience in strategic communications, engagement, or behavior change; strong written, oral, and presentation skills; ability to use insights and evaluation; planning and project management; political awareness; Te Tiriti o Waitangi experience; New Zealand work rights required.

Managing social channels · Creating content · Providing advice

Experienced social media practitioner with hands-on channel management, content creation, campaign delivery, government experience, risk awareness, and proficiency with Sprout Social and Canva; must hold New Zealand work rights.

Managing social media · Handling media relations · Supporting announcements

Demonstrated communications experience with sole responsibility for strategic and operational tasks; strong media and issues management; social media campaign experience; risk awareness; design eye; SharePoint and Silverstripe experience beneficial.

Leading content strategy · Mentoring content designers · Aligning content systems

Senior-level experience leading digital content design in a large complex organisation; proven content strategy, frameworks, patterns and standards; knowledge bases, intranets and complex content systems; plain-English writing; mentoring; AI-enabled tools; commitment to accessibility and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Leading media relations · Managing issues · Advising senior leaders

Experienced senior communications professional with strong media and issues management track record; must obtain and maintain Confidential/Secret/Top Secret security clearance; must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand; available after hours and weekends when required.

Researching AI developments · Creating executive briefings · Developing learning resources

3+ yrsStrong technical foundation in AI, data science, computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity or another engineering discipline; relevant tertiary qualification or substantial professional experience in a technical role; 3–5 years of relevant experience

Developing communications strategies · Managing stakeholder engagement · Creating communications materials

7+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in PR, communications, journalism or marketing; 7-10 years senior communications experience including public sector; demonstrated strategy development; excellent written and verbal communication; understanding of public sector machinery.

Leading communications delivery · Developing communication materials · Building team capability

communications leadership experience; people leadership capability; understanding of Te Ao Māori, Te Reo Māori and tikanga; knowledge of court and tribunal environments

Developing communications · Advising senior leaders · Monitoring communications effectiveness

Relevant qualification or proven experience delivering high-quality communications in a complex environment

Building government relationships · Resolving exporter issues · Coordinating policy input

Experience working within or alongside the New Zealand public sector; understanding of New Zealand’s trade and economic landscape; ability to obtain a Confidential security clearance, including a five-year checkable background

Creating written material · Supporting internal communications · Working on intranet rollout

Several years’ experience as a communications advisor; strong writing, editing and oral communication skills; experience producing content across channels and platforms; experience communicating with diverse audiences; digital skills

Translating complex information · Developing communications plans · Providing communications support

5+ yrsAt least five years’ experience in a similar senior communications and marketing role; valid work permit or visa to live and work in Aotearoa

Delivering communications advice · Managing media relationships · Drafting communications plans

5+ yrsExperience managing media relationships; experience writing content for multiple channels; knowledge of Government decision-making and operating procedures.

Leading communications planning · Developing communications content · Building stakeholder relationships

Communications and media advisory experience; experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders and decision-makers

Developing media strategies · Building journalist relationships · Advising senior leaders

Significant experience in media relations, communications, public relations or journalism; experience developing and delivering proactive media strategies and campaigns; New Zealand work rights