Straight from employers' career sites

Communications jobs in New Zealand.

173 open roles, 36 posted this week, most paying $113k to $146k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Assessing translations · Ranking model output · Rewriting Dutch text

    Native or near-native Dutch fluency; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Reviewing translations · Scoring model output · Writing corrected versions

    Native or near-native Korean fluency; command of Korean honorifics and speech levels; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Evaluating translations · Rating model output · Rewriting Hindi text

    Native or near-native Hindi fluency; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Evaluating translations · Rating model output · Rewriting Arabic text

    Native or near-native fluency in Arabic; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Evaluating translations · Rating model output · Rewriting Portuguese text

    Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Reviewing model outputs · Identifying language errors · Writing improved answers

    Professional experience in languages or a closely related field; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago

    Communications Specialist

    MAS - Medical Assurance Society

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Creating member communications · Coordinating corporate initiatives · Optimising communications

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years' experience in communications, content or marketing roles with a strong writing focus; experience creating content for multiple audiences and channels; knowledge of plain language principles and accessibility standards; experience using content management systems, email marketing platforms and digital publishing tools

    Retirement savings
  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Evaluating translations · Rating model output · Rewriting translations

    Native or near-native fluency in Spanish; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Reviewing model outputs · Identifying language errors · Writing improved answers

    Professional experience in languages or a closely related field; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Reviewing translations · Rating model output · Rewriting Chinese text

    Native or near-native fluency in Chinese (Mandarin); comfort across Simplified and Traditional text; clear written English

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Evaluating translations · Ranking model output · Rewriting Italian text

  • Communications23 days ago
    New Zealand
    Full time

    Evaluating translations · Rating model output · Rewriting Indonesian text

    Native or near-native fluency in Indonesian; clear written English

  • Communications24 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Designing creative materials · Creating social content · Producing school publications

    2+ yrsAt least two years’ experience in a professional design studio, marketing or communications environment

  • Communications24 days ago

    Senior Communications Adviser

    Manawatū District Council

    Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full timeSenior

    Leading communications campaigns · Advising on sensitive issues · Managing community engagement

    5+ yrs5+ years' experience in strategic communications, public relations or marketing; demonstrated experience leading communications and engagement programmes or campaigns

    Generous leave
  • Communications24 days ago

    CANTA Te Ao Māori Writer 2027

    UCSA · 201-1000 employees

    The University of Canterbury Students' Association, supporting student media and campus life.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeContractNo experience needed

    Researching and writing articles · Collaborating with editorial team · Producing kaupapa Māori content

    Māori student studying journalism, media, communications or related field; intermediate to high Te Reo Māori proficiency; strong writing and research skills; ability to meet deadlines; portfolio of writing or creative work required.

  • Communications24 days ago

    CANTA News Editor 2027

    UCSA · 201-1000 employees

    The University of Canterbury Students' Association, supporting student media and campus life.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeContractNo experience needed

    Finding stories · Writing news · Collaborating with editors

    Current University of Canterbury student; strong writing, editing, and research skills; experience creating written or digital content; ability to meet deadlines; portfolio required.

  • Communications24 days ago

    CANTA Managing Editor 2027

    UCSA · 201-1000 employees

    The University of Canterbury Students' Association, supporting student media and campus life.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeContractMid levelManages people

    Leading creative direction · Overseeing magazine production · Managing student team

    Current University of Canterbury student; passion for media and storytelling; leadership experience or skills in journalism, social media, or creative media; strong communication and organisational skills; ability to meet deadlines.

  • Communications24 days ago

    External Communications Manager

    Kiwibank · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand bank focused on making Kiwis better off.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Identifying media opportunities · Managing media enquiries · Advising senior leaders

    Experience in corporate communications, media or an agency environment; experience in media relations, reputation and issues communications; ability to identify news, publicity and reactive media opportunities

    Generous leave
  • Communications24 days ago

    Communications Advisor (Fixed Term)

    WEL Networks · 201-1000 employees

    A community-owned electricity distributor serving the Waikato region for over 100 years.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Creating communications · Managing channels · Supporting campaigns

    3+ yrs3-5 years communications or marketing communications experience; strong writing, editing and storytelling skills; experience with internal/external communications, websites, intranets, CMS and social media; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; drug and alcohol test and police background check required.

  • Communications25 days ago

    Manager - Community Engagement and Partnerships

    Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities

    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Developing community relationships · Advising on regional priorities · Overseeing engagement strategies

    Experience leading high-performing teams; Auckland community networks and regional knowledge; IAP2 or equivalent engagement qualification; experience in engagement or community development; understanding of social housing and property sectors; full current New Zealand driver licence

    Generous leave
  • Communications25 days ago

    Adviser Communications

    University of Otago · 1001-5000 employees

    A university providing primary health care services to students through a multidisciplinary team.

    Dunedin, Otago
    Full time

    Providing communications advice · Creating audience content · Facilitating communications support

    Experience in public relations, journalism or business communications; experience producing communications for varied purposes; experience advising senior leaders and managers; right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Communications25 days ago

    Community Lead - Franz Josef

    Zero Invasive Predators (ZIP)

    Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Building community relationships · Coordinating community consultation · Integrating community perspectives

    Experience in community development, community engagement or stakeholder relations; experience working with iwi, Māori communities or in te ao Māori contexts; eligible to work in New Zealand

  • Communications25 days ago
    Wellington
    ContractSenior

    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

    Generous leave
  • Communications25 days ago

    Civil Society Engagement Manager

    World Animal Protection · 51-200 employees

    A global organization dedicated to ending animal exploitation and cruelty.

    Auckland
    $123.4k-$134.0k a yearFull timeManages people

    Leading civil society engagement · Building strategic partnerships · Managing distributed teams

    Experience managing civil society stakeholders across multiple geographies; experience developing strategic partnerships, coalitions and networks; experience leading and managing teams; experience managing projects and budgets; professional fluency in English and Spanish

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Communications26 days ago

    Engagement Advisor

    Rotorua Lakes Council · 201-1000 employees

    A local council providing building inspection and compliance services for the Rotorua community.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
    Full timeSenior

    Developing engagement plans · Coordinating engagement activities · Analysing community feedback

    Respect for tikanga Māori, te reo Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi; proven experience in community engagement, stakeholder engagement or communications; understanding of IAP2 principles, public participation methodologies and consultation best practice

  • Communications26 days ago

    Global Media Relations and Social Media Assistant Director

    EY · 5001+ employees

    A global professional services firm providing consulting, assurance, tax, and transaction services.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Managing executive visibility programs · Developing media strategies · Planning social media campaigns

    proven external communications experience; experience advising senior leaders and executives on media and communications; strong writing skills; ability to work with complex or technical content; international business media relationships or ability to develop them; experience planning and activating social media campaigns

    Generous leave
  • Communications26 days ago

    Community Liaison Officer

    Endura Mining · 51-200 employees

    A modern, values-driven mining company with active operations in New Zealand and a growing Sydney-based corporate team.

    Little River, Canterbury
    Full time

    Building community relationships · Managing complaints and enquiries · Coordinating community meetings

  • Communications26 days ago

    Senior Communications Advisor

    Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government ministry that creates a resilient and high-performing economy, including managing immigration.

    Wellington
    Full time

    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.

  • Communications26 days ago

    Public Relations Executive

    Tourism New Zealand · 51-200 employees

    A crown entity that promotes New Zealand as a visitor destination through marketing and partnerships.

    Auckland
    Full timeMid level

    Supporting global PR campaigns · Developing media pitches · Coordinating media visits

    3+ yrsAt least three years’ public relations or communications experience; experience coordinating PR campaigns, projects, events, partnerships or content production; relevant qualification in public relations, marketing or communications, or equivalent practical experience; full New Zealand driver licence; right to live and work in New Zealand; ability to travel domestically

About communications jobs in New Zealand

There are 173 roles open for communications jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 36 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 99 full time, 11 part time and 6 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $113k to $146k a year.

Most are in Auckland (48), Wellington (26) and Canterbury (9).

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How many communications jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 173 roles open for communications jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 36 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do communications jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most communications jobs in New Zealand pay $113k to $146k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

Where are most communications jobs in New Zealand?

Right now, most are in Auckland (48), Wellington (26) and Canterbury (9). Open a region to see its communications jobs.

How do I write a CV for communications jobs in New Zealand?

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Communications jobs in New Zealand: 173 open roles | SmartCVs