Contract
20 days ago , from Institute of Data New Zealand
Our Global Public Affairs and Communications team plays a pivotal role in supporting and engaging our stakeholders, including growers and industry representatives. The communications team's objective is to help create understanding and support among stakeholders who influence the environment Zespri and the kiwifruit industry operate within. This includes helping build and maintain a positive reputation among growers, suppliers, media, local and central government, our communities and with staff in New Zealand and overseas, through effective and consistent communication.
As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen our industry communications, Zespri has refreshed its Grower Extranet – Canopy – so we can improve the information that growers and our industry colleagues can access. The Communications Lead – Canopy will lead the ongoing development of Canopy and be responsible for managing all content on the site. With a key focus on content planning, the Communications Lead – Canopy will work with teams across the business to ensure growers are receiving the information they need to make decisions for their business, whether that be critical news updates or more technical guidance or helping to connect them with Zespri or our markets. Acting as an editor for Canopy, the role will also be responsible for ensuring all content maintains a consistent tone of voice, developing engaging content that helps growers build their awareness on key issues and driving continuous improvement to industry's Canopy experience including the use of AI software tools where appropriate.
Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term maternity contract.
Key Accountabilities
Manage the Zespri Canopy (grower intranet) website and lead the content team that supports it
Champion Canopy internally and help drive greater engagement in Canopy across the business so that we can provide useful content for growers and the industry
Assist in the continued development of the new Canopy portal for the industry, including a particular focus on utilising analytics and reporting to ensure we are meeting the needs of our growers and industry
Lead the development of digital content such as videos/podcasts for use on Canopy and in our wider industry communications
Maintain and develop content training material for the Canopy site plus procedure documents for maintaining the site
Ko wai koe? Who are you?
You'll be a dynamic team player and leader, who has proven experience working across digital content channels and in digital content creation. You will also meet the following selection criteria:
Appropriate tertiary qualification (Communications, Business, PR etc.) is preferred
Two – five years' experience using and managing content management systems to publish web content in a business environment
Leadership experience managing direct reports is desirable
Highly developed written communication skills essential with experience writing communications in a business environment an advantage
Experience with CMS systems preferred, especially AEM
Strong project management and facilitation skills with a track record of working to deadlines and delivering to a high standard
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Experience working with people in different countries and cultures an advantage
Proficient writing and proof-reading ability
Strong appreciation of how to develop concise and compelling digital content that engages people externally
Horticultural awareness and affinity with growers are an advantage
Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 900+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
Competitive overall remuneration package.
FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
Additional paid volunteer day to volunteer within your community (Volunteer Time).
Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance.
Group Medical Insurance benefits.
Convenient Mount Maunganui office location, with free onsite parking.
Your daily dose of Vitamin C with free kiwifruit!
At Zespri, we understand the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step to getting there. We want to attract a diverse range of people and encourage everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life to apply. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment and selection process by reaching out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at ******.
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