Principal Advisor – Communications

Overview

Lead strategic communications for construction, urban development and renewals at Kāinga Ora

Key Responsibilities

• stakeholder communication
• relationship building
• trust building

Tasks

-Use your communications and relationship building skills to enable the organisation to build trust with its internal and external stakeholders in a proactive and planned way

Requirements

• communications degree
• communications strategy
• media relations
• relationship building
• risk management
• political savvy

What You Bring

-A tertiary qualification in communications and/ or corporate affairs together with extensive experience at a senior communications level working in complex and diverse organisations -Experience developing and implementing internal and external communications strategies -In-depth experience working both proactively and reactively with the media -Excellent at building and sustaining relationships at all levels -Demonstrated political nous and experience working with Ministers' offices and other Ministries and Agencies is not essential but an advantage -Outstanding written and oral communication skills -Strong risk awareness and risk management skills with ability to ensure communication risks are identified and mitigated

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Benefits

-Permanent role + 5 weeks annual leave and insurance benefits -Great opportunity to step into a key strategic communications advisory role leading out communications advice and strategies for construction and urban development business groups, projects and issues across Kāinga Ora

About Kāinga Ora - Homes And Communities

-Born from the merging of several government agencies, they lead the development and management of affordable housing in New Zealand. -Focus on providing sustainable, high-quality homes while ensuring community well-being and integration. -Broad portfolio of projects, specializing in large residential developments and neighborhood transformations for better access to services. -Marked by thoughtful designs that address local needs and contribute to long-term community vitality. -Collaboration with local councils, iwi, and developers to create thriving, connected communities. -Upgrading existing properties to improve quality of life for residents. -Committed to energy-efficient and resilient homes tailored to New Zealand's diverse environmental challenges.

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