Lead Communications and Engagement AdvisorPosted: 09/01/2025Closing Date: 02/02/2025Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeJob Category: Advertising, Media, Arts & Entertainment, Environmental ServicesKey Responsibilities:Lead implementation of the organisation's internal communication strategy.Provide expert advice to support our Chair and Councillors.Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to enhance internal and external engagement.Lead and manage a team of communications professionals, providing guidance and support.Oversee the creation of high-quality content for various channels, including social media, newsletters, and press releases.Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including media, community partners, and employees.Monitor and analyse communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies and make data-driven improvements.This role will be responsible for building awareness and understanding of the Regional Council's role and the core services we deliver: Environmental Regulation and Protection, Community Protection and Response to Hazards, and Public Transport services.You'll be a natural leader, approachable, with proven experience in public sector communications and engagement.
With a keen eye for detail, you will set clear plans for deliverables with a focus on proactive activity.
People will gravitate to you due to your excellent advice and calm manner.Key Skills and Attributes:Strong leadership and team management abilities.Ability to think strategically and creatively to solve complex communication challenges.A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.Proven experience in a communications role, preferably within local government.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in using communication tools and platforms.Our values underpin everything we do.
We understand and embrace a diverse workforce; this diversity will enable us to better serve our people, our community, and our greatest taonga, the environment.
We value everyone's contribution, diverse thinking, and skills.We're on a journey to become a treaty partner of excellence, including incorporating te ao Maori into our work.
We offer supportive opportunities to develop capability in this area and encourage our people to use kaupapa Maori, matauranga Maori, and te reo Maori in our daily work.
We welcome you with an open heart & mind, wherever you are on your personal te ao Maori journey.For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Ross Pringle, 027 811 0150.Applications close on Sunday, 2 February.
We encourage you to apply early; we will be reviewing applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close the advertising early.Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.
Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.
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