Senior Communications and Media Advisor at New Zealand Customs Service, Auckland Ready to step into an exciting and rewarding role, where no two days are the same?
Do you have exceptional people and writing skills, with a great eye for detail?
Have prior experience in working closely with media and government agencies?
Flexible hybrid working options - work in the Auckland CBD and at home!
Customs is seeking two talented and motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are keen to join a small high-performing team based in Auckland.
We're searching for candidates who enjoy working at both strategic and operational levels, communicate with impact, and are inspired to work for a highly reputed organisation that's committed to protecting and promoting New Zealand across borders.
As a strong communications generalist, you'll be comfortable working with media, driving internal communications, developing, and implementing communications plans and supporting stakeholder relations.
This role requires high standards of written and oral communication, strong media and social media expertise, and exceptional relationship management skills.
Prior experience in public sector communications will be advantageous, we're seeking someone with the right mindset and an ambition to make a positive difference.
Reporting to the Communications and Media Manager, you'll be responsible for contributing to the Customs' key strategic plans and objectives and enjoy working with a certain level of autonomy that includes ownership over specific portfolios and relationships within the organisation.
You will be a trusted advisor tasked with developing and delivering communications plans and activities to amplify Customs' mahi, both internally and externally, and help ensure staff are fully informed and engaged.
To be successful as the Senior Communications and Media Advisor, you need: Minimum five years' experience in an advisory role, working in both operational and strategic communications on media and issues management as well as reputational excellence.
Previous experience in internal and external communications, including change management and/or digital channels management (i.e.
website, intranet, social media).
Competence in building strong internal and external networks and understanding the importance of these relationships with respect to brand presence and reputation.
Ability to identify, establish and enhance required external relationships, specifically in media engagement, with the ability to coach others to represent Customs in front of media.
Excellent internal and external client service with a relationship management focus, as well as well-developed influencing and negotiation skills.
Ability to think critically and strategically about issues and develop fit-for-purpose plans, with the ability to interpret data, understand audience needs, and tailor the communications.
Display enthusiasm, determination, tenacity, and persistence to achieve results.
At Customs, we aim to create a great place to work, where our people have a sense of belonging and the capability and desire to meet our future challenges.
We're an organisation that's clear about our mission, and this is underpinned by Te Pou Tokomanawa (the Foundations) and our Whanonga Pono (Values).
Our work really matters to the safety and success of New Zealand.
How to apply: To join Customs in any role you must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident .
If successful, you must have a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service towards a recommendation of suitability for security clearance at a higher level.
Due to the nature of Customs work, you must have a clear Police record.
Successful applicants are also required to pass a drug test.
To express your interest, please apply online by submitting a CV and cover letter that demonstrates your ability to meet the competencies required for the role as outlined in the position description.
If you have any questions, please contact Prasheeta Ram-Taki (Communications and Media Manager) at Applications close at 11pm, Sunday 11 August 2024.
Customs Service | Te Mana Arai o Aotearoa is a member of Diversity Works New Zealand and is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace.
We provide equal employment opportunities, consider flexible working arrangements and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role.
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