Communications Lead | Kaiārahi Tuku Kōrero (4-Month Fixed-Term)

Lead Parliaments communications media and digital content shaping how New Zealanders understand and engage with their democracy.

Mō te tīma About the Team

The Parliamentary Engagement team is a unique collaboration between the Office of the Clerk and Parliamentary Service. Together we lead Parliaments engagement strategy helping New Zealanders better understand access and participate in their democracy.

From education to digital content we deliver innovative accessible and inclusive initiatives that bring Parliament closer to the public. Our Communications team plays a central role in this mahi providing clear consistent and engaging messaging across internal and external channels leading media relationships and ensuring Parliaments story resonates with diverse audiences.

We work directly with the public and media to ensure everyone has meaningful opportunities to engage with Parliaments work.

Mō te tūnga About the Role

As the Communications Lead youll develop and deliver Parliaments internal and external communications strategy. Youll provide trusted advice to senior leaders including the Chief Executive of Parliamentary Service and the Clerk of the House and lead a team to deliver impactful highquality communications across multiple channels.

This fixedterm (or secondment) role for four months will see you:

• Lead coach and support a highperforming communications team
• Oversee Parliament New Zealands social media presence and digital content
• Develop and implement organisationwide communications strategies
• Provide expert advice on highprofile and sensitive projects including crisis communications
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media the Press Gallery and stakeholders across the parliamentary precinct

This is a highimpact leadership position where your work will directly shape how New Zealanders experience and understand Parliament.

Tō kete What Youll Bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification and extensive experience in senior communications roles
• Proven experience managing social media digital channels and content creation
• Strong political acumen and understanding of the New Zealand parliamentary environment
• A track record of leading communications strategies in complex organisations
• Excellent relationship management skills with confidence operating in politically sensitive environments
• Strong leadership capability with the ability to coach motivate and develop a team
• Experience in crisis or issues management (advantageous)

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits including access to an onsite gym and pool flexible working arrangements and learning and development opportunities. Our dynamic environment gives you a frontrow seat to Parliament in action including Question Time select committees and key events. Youll receive a comprehensive induction and excellent working conditions.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to Apply

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 11 February 2026. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may close the vacancy early if we identify a suitable candidate.

If you have any questions or need support with your application contact for a confidential kōrero.