Senior Communications Advisor
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
$ 94499 - 117598
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Type: Permanent
Hours:Full time
Location:Wellington
Business Group: Communications
Branch:Enterprise Services
Salary:$94499 - $117598
About Us
Working at the Department of Internal Affairs youll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of New Zealanders.
About the Team
The Enterprise Services branch supports the Department at an enterprise level. Functions include legal finance human resources communications property management health and safety information management security and strategy governance and risk. The Māori Capability Uplift Programme also sits within the branch.
Bring your strategic communications talent to DIA and play a key role in delivering initiatives that make a real difference for New Zealanders.
DIA provides a wide range of services and functions for New Zealanders. We look after everything from passports and citizenship to gambling regulation and the National Library. Our work touches the lives of millions of Kiwis so our ability to connect with diverse audiences is crucial.
The Communications team champions those audiences. Every day we build trust and confidence in the mahi of DIA through impactful communications. We work with multiple Ministers across different portfolios. Theres a lot of variety and plenty of challenge.
Were looking for someone with:
- Several years communications experience
- Proven ability to develop and execute communications strategies and plans that deliver results
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
- Excellent relationship management skills and the ability to form strong working relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders
- Experience working in a government or complex organisational environment is an advantage but not essential.
In return we can promise you variety an opportunity to make things happen and a genuinely supportive team.
If this sounds like the role for you wed love to hear from you.
Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply
We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application through the system and include a current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close:5pm Sunday 8 February 2026.
For more information please contact:Sean ONeill Manager Communications -
Job description:To review the full job description pleaseclick here.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Computer Hardware
- Loan Processing
- Sales Experience
- Continuous Integration
- Iis
- Risk Management
- Banking
- Strategic Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Program Design
- negotiation
About Company
At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home.
