Senior Advisor Media - Fixed Term/Secondment till 30 Dec 2023
Date: 25 May 2023
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Senior Advisor Media - Fixed Term/Secondment till 30 Dec 2023
Full time, Fixed Term/Secondment position (can start from 3 July 2023)
Location: National Office, Wellington
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
- Fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Advise on strategy and positioning on key issues
- Positive and supportive environment
What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
This is a key position within the Media and Social Media team, and you’ll work on media issues that really matter. You’ll be working with people across the organisation to manage media issues and to develop proactive stories. We’ll look to you to advise on strategy and positioning on key matters.
What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū
Our ideal candidate will be cool and calm under pressure, enjoy tackling complex issues and would like to be part of a positive and supportive team. You’ll also offer:
- proven experience in the news media
- excellent experience in working in a fast-paced environment, juggling competing priorities
- well experienced in risk management of media issues
- strong ability to quickly build trust, rapport and credibility with senior leaders
- proven record in the communications industry, particularly government communications
What's in it for you l Nōu te rourou
You’ll have opportunities to develop your strategic media management skills to the next level in one of New Zealand’s biggest government agencies.
We are committed to providing you with a positive work environment and you will work with like-minded people who want to get great results for New Zealanders.
We care about the growth and wellness of our people and offer them:
- Annual pay progression every October
- $400 Vision-care annual allowance to help subsidise the costs of eye tests and eyewear, including glasses and contact lenses
- Encouraging the wellbeing and wellness of our people through a wellbeing-related healthcare provider reimbursement payment of $70.00 (including GST)
- We support our people to engage in te reo Maori and tikanga Māori and will recognize an employee’s competence in te reo Maori by payment of an allowance (based on proficiency)
- Staff discount on Southern Cross Health Insurance
- A capability development framework to support your career aspirations with us
- Lots of practical wellbeing support through Poutuara - peer support, Employee Assistance Programme as our vision is to have a workplace where everyone has a sense of purpose, feels valued, is thriving.
- Generous family leave provisions
Our Core Values | Whanonga pono
Manaaki – We care about the wellbeing and success of people
Mahi tahi – We work together, making a difference for communities
Whanau – We are inclusive and build a sense of belonging and place
Tika me te pono – We do the right thing with integrity
Our values represent who we are and what we stand for - if this appeals to you, do not hesitate, apply now!
We will review the applications as they come through and start the shortlist and interviews as soon as possible. For a further discussion about the role, please contact Ruth Laugesen, Manager Media and Social Media, by email Ruth.Laugesen001@msd.govt.nz.
Position Description
Salary range: $99,546 - $120,778
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Sunday, 11 June 2023
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
