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Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
We are looking for an experienced journalist to join the media team as a Media Adviser in the Communications Office on a fulltime 37.5 hours pw) fixedterm basis.
Your job will be to work closely with staff and students to ensure we capture and share academic professional and research achievements throughout New Zealand. You will be responsible for increasing the Universitys profile in the news media among key audiences and in the community at large through a variety of communication channels including print digital media relations and social networks. Our media team works across the University and its faculties to identify and share stories through traditional and new media channels and to enhance its reputation. With specific responsibilities youll also work as part of the team and be prepared to step in to assist where required.
Social media and amplifying our diverse stories media monitoring and providing media guidance are all part of this role. Your contribution will support our strategic plan Taumata Teitei and help enhance the reputation of the University of Auckland.
This role is a 10month fixedterm contract covering maternity leave. The salary range for this role is $83300 $102900 depending on experience and qualifications.
For a detailed description of the key tasks and responsibilities please see the Position Description.
Qualifications :
He krero mu About you
This particular portfolio looks after the Faculty of Engineering and Design.
Youll need your professional media/writing/journalism skills and to be a great communicator and networker. Largely selfdirected in line with the needs of the faculty and the priorities of the Communications Office and University it will be up to you to meet deadlines and prioritise work.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Ideally have a degree in communications journalism public relations media studies or related discipline
- Be an experienced communications professional (likely a former journalist)
- A high level of oral and written communication interpersonal negotiation analytical and problemsolving skills.
- A sound knowledge of media operations with contacts across TV print radio and online; experience in liaising with and pitching to the media
- A good eye for a great story
- A solid understanding of traditional and social media channels
- A solid understanding of equity issues
Additional Information :
Ng huatanga kei a mtou What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading university and maintains significant computational laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the worlds most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home flexible hours)
- A competitive salary with five weeks annual leave
In addition we also offer career development programmes discounted car parking a generous parental leave allowance childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information please visit Staff Benefits.
Me phea te tuku tono How to apply
Applications should be submitted online before the closing date of 7 April 2025 and include an uptodate CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.
If you have any questions about this role please email Denise Montgomery via;
Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Mori Pacific women LGBTQIATakatpuiMVPFAFF people with disabilities parenting support flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
