Senior Advisor Communications And Education X 2

Senior Advisor Communications and Education x 2

We are looking for two experienced Senior Advisors Communications and Educations to be a part of the Electoral Commission's Communications and Education team.

You will join a team at a busy and exciting time as we prepare for the next general election and focus on increasing awareness and understanding of the electoral system, enrolling and voting.

Key tasks in these two roles include strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, proactive and reactive media engagement, and support for our media spokespeople.

You will contribute to the team's objectives by ensuring clear, engaging and accurate information is delivered to our stakeholders including the media, and to the public.

You will also work on other communications delivered by the team.

This involves helping to deliver public information campaigns, contributing to the Electoral Commission's online content, developing communications for internal and external stakeholders, and providing strategic communications advice.

You will help to develop information that is relevant and accessible to all New Zealanders.

We have two fixed term roles available until 28 November 2026.

One role is focused on strategic and stakeholder communications and the other on media engagement, both to start immediately.

Please indicate your preference in your cover letter.

The salary band for this role is $108,140 -$120,160 depending on relevant skills and experience of the candidate.

He aha tau e mahi ana | What you'll be doing

Contribute to developing and implementing communications and public information campaigns.

Contribute to developing initiatives and resources that increase voter awareness and understanding.

Contribute to developing and delivering publications and resources for internal and external audiences.

Building strong, collaborative, and productive relationships with key stakeholders (internal, external partnerships and providers).

Provision of expert communications advice and guidance to internal stakeholders.

Ko nga mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitu | What you'll need to succeed

A relevant tertiary qualification and / or equivalent experience, at least three years in communications or journalism

Experience in public sector communications roles at a senior advisor level.

Excellent writing skills and experience presenting complex information clearly and simply.

Experience engaging with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally, including Maori, Pasifika peoples, young people, new New Zealanders, and disabled people.

Experience in planning, developing and delivering resources and publications for different audiences.

Mo te Kaitiaki Take Kowhiri | About the Electoral Commission

The Electoral Commission wants every New Zealander to trust, value and take part in parliamentary elections and referendums.

We are an independent Crown Entity who works with and through communities to inform, engage and educate New Zealanders about the value of participation, make it easy for them to enrol and vote, promote understanding of New Zealand's democratic processes, and deliver parliamentary elections.

Ma te tuhono mai ki Te Kaitiaki Take Kowhiri ka aha?

| Why join the Electoral Commission?

The Commission is building an inclusive strength focussed culture where diversity is encouraged and valued, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations and identities.

We want to provide a flexible working environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

We are happy to discuss what works for you.

You will join a team who are here for the right reasons, and we are passionate about what we do.

He aha e whai ake nei | What's next?

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your preference for permanent or fixed term,highlighting relevant skills and experience.

Applications close at 5pm on Thursday 25 September.

For more information regarding this role, please email

You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.

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