Senior Communications Advisor

OverviewInternal and Corporate Communications portfolioFixed-term or secondment opportunity covering parental leave until end of June

• .Based in our central Wellington officesSalary range : $101,911 - $121,196 + KiwiSaverAbout the RoleThis role supports the delivery of internal and corporate communications across the whole organisation.

The work you will be doing is key to the successful operation of MBIE, and to ensuring our people are supported and well-informed.

In this role you will be part of pool of Senior Advisors and Advisor across the whole enterprise.

No day will be the same!

You'll get to immerse yourself in and get an understand of all the moving parts at MBIE.We're looking for a people-centred and innovative individual, who has a proactive approach in delivering best practice communication solutions.

The work is interesting, meaningful and rewarding.

You will work with knowledgable and dedicated professionals in a people-focused environment, making a real difference to the lives of New Zealanders and to the future of Aotearoa New Zealand.The successful candidate will be an adaptable, experienced communications professional who thrives on variety and getting up to speed in new areas quickly.

You'll be supported in this role with clearly defined tasks and great colleagues.Skills and Experience RequiredTo be successful in these roles, you need to be able to : Think on your feet, work under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environmentWrite well, develop, design and deliver comprehensive communications strategiesHelp manage our media relationships and have a sound understanding of the media landscapeBuild strong working relationships with senior managers, ministers' offices and subject matter expertsUse your knowledge about central Government decision-making and operating proceduresDemonstrate a proactive, positive approach, bringing great ideas to the table, with sound judgement and discretionUse your deep experience in issues and risk management, proactive engagement and communications planning.Ideally you would also have more than five years' experience in creating and delivering internal and / or external communications strategies and supporting material.About MBIEMBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Mahi Tahi – Better TogetherMaia – Bold and bravePae Kahurangi – Build our FuturePono Me Te Tika – Own ItOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.How to ApplyClick here to view a position description.All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.Email Jess Dalbeth at

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