Head Of Communications And Engagement

Rolleston, New Zealand

Reference :

• Build cohesion, capability and direction within a growing Communications and Engagement team
• Drive proactive campaigns, clear messaging and trusted advice across the organisation
• Life Insurance + Flexible working options + Competitive salary + Wellbeing / Volunteering leave

About the role :

We're looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Head of Communications and Engagement to lead our Selwyn District Council's strategic communications, marketing, and community engagement functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact - strengthening how Selwyn connects with our communities, building trust, and ensuring our people, partners and residents feel informed and involved.

Reporting to the Executive Director Strategy, Engagement and Capability, you'll lead a talented team responsible for delivering proactive communication, meaningful engagement, and accessible information across the district. You'll bring strong strategic insight, exceptional leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing :

Aligning, developing and empowering the team

Driving strategic communications and engagement

Delivering excellent content, channels, and media

Planning, performance and continuous improvement

Representing Council positively

About you :

You'll bring extensive senior experience in communications and engagement within large, complex organisations, with the ability to provide trusted strategic advice, lead high-performing teams, and deliver customer-focused outcomes through meaningful engagement and strong stakeholder relationships.

What we can offer :

About us :

Selwyn is New Zealand's fastest growing district. We have a fantastic quality of life, great communities, and a thriving economy. Our Council works actively with residents to provide the services and facilities that help our communities to thrive and grow.

Our head office is based in Rolleston (only 25km from Christchurch), which offers an enviable family lifestyle, outstanding local facilities and an easy drive to the ski fields, rivers and hills that make up Canterbury's stunning landscape.

Our values are important to us and represent the way we work :

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and we are committed to working with our Treaty partner to deliver on our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

If you'd like to play a part in making Selwyn the best place to live, work and play, join us today!

Applications Close : 11 Dec