Kaitohutohu, Pāpāho | Advisor, Communications, Strategy & Performance

Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown. To do this effectively we must position ourselves to elevate our monitoring and mentoring responsibilities and emphasise our role in holding other agencies to account for delivery of public services to, for and with Māori.

The Communications team is looking for a Kaitohutohu, Pāpāho | Advisor, Communications, Strategy & Performance . In this role you will join a small, close-knit, and fun team working in the strategic and insights space , where your work will have real impact. This is great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to make a difference in the Te Ao Māori space . You’ll work across multiple channels, from internal communications, like pānui (newsletters), to supporting the media desk and managing digital platforms.

Te whai wāhitanga | The opportunity

• Get hands-on experience with internal and external comms, writing, editing, brand and channel management.
• Help shape communications that matter for our community and support outcomes for Māori.
• Work alongside Senior and Principal Advisors, gaining exposure to strategic projects.

You’ll be responsible for :

• Writing and proofreading content for internal channels and pānui (newsletters)
• Managing SharePoint other digital platforms.
• Supporting media desk activities and social media engagement.
• Working with design tools and website content management
• Supporting teams with their communication needs by providing strategic comms advice.

The likely appointment range is $76,213 - $84,680, based on skills and experience. The full grade for this role is $76,213 - $101,616 (120%) with a mid-point of $84,680.

For more information about the skills and experience required for this position, please see the job description below.

You will have :

• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Experience with SharePoint, Teams, and channel management.
• Understanding of social media and digital engagement.
• Familiarity with design tools and website management are advantageous
• Interest in Te Ao Māori and commitment to working in ways that support Māori outcomes.
• A basic understanding of te Reo Māori me ngā tikanga

Tāu e whai ai | What you will get in return

Te Puni Kōkiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate kaimahi focused on creating solutions that will help our communities. We are guided by our values of te wero, manaakitanga, he toa takitini and ture tangata.

There is more to life than just work and we encourage our kaimahi to maintain the right balance between mahi and their personal lives. Your whānau is just as important as you, so we're committed to providing incentives and opportunities that help our kaimahi and their whānau to thrive, including :

• A range of allowances including childcare, optical, hauora / wellbeing and te reo Māori proficiency
• Flexible working options
• Kaimahi development and career options, including study assistance
• Enhanced parental leave provisions

Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development

Te Puni Kōkiri is committed to our vision of 'Whānau Taurikura' - 'Thriving Whānau'. We consider that when whānau are thriving, it drives their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa. This underpins everything we do.

Our people are at the heart of achieving this vision and it is our people who contribute to supporting Māori collective success. They do this by creating and maintaining relationships with iwi, hapū and whānau Māori and government at both a local and national level. It is this that enables Māori participation and success as Māori, and it is our people who will create a future where all whānau can thrive.

We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength. Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being.

We encourage you to apply today or get in touch with one of our Recruitment Partners to discuss how this great opportunity will fit with your career goals. We welcome applications in te reo Māori, English, or both.

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing :

Reference # 16135

Posted on 17 Nov 2025

Closes on 26 Nov : 55

Location(s) Wellington

Expertise Advisor, Communications, Government, Strategy

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