Senior Media Specialist

Details of the offer

Auckland Transport (AT) is on a mission to transform Auckland into a vibrant city that moves, so that Aucklanders can connect with the people and places they love. Be part of Auckland's exciting future and development. From transport infrastructure to customer-focused solutions, we're creating seamless journeys across our city that enable businesses and Aucklanders to thrive.

Regardless of your choice to walk, cycle, drive, take the ferry or train, we are passionate about working together to deliver safe, efficient, innovative and sustainable options whilst providing a transport system that will create a vibrant and connected Auckland.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

As the Senior Media Specialist, you will be the go-to person for media and communications advice, providing strategic communications and issues management advice for our senior leaders and experts.

Key responsibilities will include:

Developing and implementing communications strategies and plans

Identifying and delivering on proactive storytelling opportunities

Building great relationships with media outlets

Positioning Auckland Transport as an organisation that puts its customers first as it works to transform Auckland's transport system

Providing best practice media and communications advice to business units and communications colleagues across Auckland Transport and our partner agencies

Supporting with crisis and emergency management communications

Na tau rourou | What will you bring?

You will have excellent interpersonal and relationship skills, coupled with political awareness and an excellent risk radar. You will develop and implement communications strategies, utilising your strong oral and written communication skills.

To be successful in this role you will need:

A tertiary qualification in Communications or Journalism is desired but not essential

A minimum of 5 years' experience in a relevant communications advisory role or 5 years' experience as a reporter in a media organisation

Ko matou tenei | Our Organisation

At AT, we embrace inclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences. Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do: Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together.

In addition, we also offer:

Investment in your professional development and training

Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability

Modern CBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-based office

Paid parental and partner leave

Study assistance

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Professional memberships

AT Connect groups such as Mana ka Maori, Women@AT, and many more!

Tono mai inaianei! | Apply Now!

Come join us in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today with an updated CV and cover letter.

Ka tiaki matou i te hunga katoa ka eke waka i Tamaki Makaurau.

We tiaki all those who use transport in Tamaki Makaurau.

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