Communications Advisor

Here at South Waikato District Council, the community is at the heart of our priorities because we are an integral part of it. OurDistrict provides accessible living, educational choices, breathtakingsceneryand a community that takes pride in its warmth and friendliness.

Teāheinga : The opportunity

Take on a key role within an ambitious organisation that is committed to growth in media and communications. This role leads communications activity for the Business Support and Strategy and Planningarmsof the South Waikato District Council, spanning across several areas from external media activity to internal relationship management and planning.

As Communications Advisor, you willbe responsible for :

• Delivering internal and public communication campaigns that areaccurate,timely, proactive,creativeand engaging, and aligned with South Waikato District Council strategies, corporatestandardsand brand identity. This includes developing communication plans for Council initiatives to support project outcomes.
• Producingbasic level graphic design products upon request andassistteam members with graphic design needs in line with South Waikato District Councilbrand guidelines.
• Managingsocialmedia and other online platformsin accordance withrelevant policies,withall video / digitalassetsproducedto ahigh standard.
• EnsuringSouth Waikato District is effectively promoted with relevant ‘good news’ material in collaboration with economic development, marketing and public relations as directed by Council and the Executive Team.
• Building andmaintainingstrong internal relationships, supporting two-way communication and trusted engagement across the organisation.
• Supporting meaningful engagement with key stakeholders in line with the Engagement Strategy and providing advice to project teams on consultation requirements.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with :

You will also bring :

SouthWaikato isa great choicewhetheryou’reseeking a quieter, more rural environment, a greater sense of community, or the chance to get out and enjoy fantastic rural villages, river and bush walks, water sports,huntingor fishing.

As extraperks, we provide employees with :

Thisrole is based in Tokoroa and is apermanent full-time position, worked between Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work by arrangement.Check out what the mighty Waikato has to offer here

If you have any questionsor would like to view the full Position Description, please email

We will be reviewing applications as they arrive, a short CV and cover letter outlining why you think you are suitable for this role is ideal.Youmust have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

Applications close on4 January 2026.This role is expected tocommenceinFebruary2026.We will begin shortlisting and interviewson 12 January 2026.Please note our office will be closed from 19 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.

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