Communications Business Partner

He aha te tūranga - About the role:  

Were looking for two experienced Communications Business Partners to join our team and play a critical role in delivering high-quality strategic communications that protect and enhance our reputation support organisational priorities and engage our stakeholders.

• Communications Business Partner  Strategy & Executive Operations Corporate Operations and Finance
• Communications Business Partner Māori Health & Equity and People
  This role requires fluency in te reo Māori and the ability to provide culturally grounded advice and communications.

As a Communications Business Partner you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders within your assigned business areas leading the planning and delivery of strategic communications and public affairs activity.

Youll ensure communications are aligned consistent culturally responsive and measurablesupporting business delivery while strengthening organisational reputation and influence.

Key accountabilities:

• Partner with senior leaders to plan and deliver strategic communications aligned to organisational priorities.
• Develop and implement integrated communications strategies that support directorate business plans key initiatives and change programmes.
• Proactively identify and maximise communications opportunities ensuring alignment with organisational messaging priorities and external narratives.
• Lead internal and external communications activity for your portfolios including media relations and public affairs.
• Produce high-quality content for a range of channels including but not limited to: media releases speeches op-eds Q&As web content case studies and social media.
• Provide expert advice on messaging issues management and communications risks.
• Build and maintain strong media relationships and proactively identify media opportunities.
• Support crisis communications readiness and contribute to effective response planning.
• Ensure communications are audience-led insight-driven and delivered through the most effective channels and approaches.

Qualifications :

Ko wai koe - About you:

Youll be a confident communicator with strong strategic thinking skills and the ability to influence at a senior level. Youll bring:

• Proven experience in managing integrated communications in medium to large organisations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into compelling content.
• Experience working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders at all levels demonstrating strong relationship management influencing skills and effective listening.
• A proactive solutions-focused approach with sound judgement under pressure.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.

For the Māori Health Equity & People role youll also bring:

• Fluency in te reo Māori.
• Strong understanding of te ao Māori tikanga and culturally responsive communications.
• Experience providing advice that reflects equity and Māori health perspectives.

Additional Information :

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click Im interested before applications close on Sunday 5th July.  

For further information please contact Lindsey Frankland via or  for a confidential discussion.  

At Hato Hone St John we embrace diversity welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities and were committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou te whānau o Hato Hone St John ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesnt match the job description perfectly. If youre excited and think you have what it takes we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesnt align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time