Advisor - Marketing & Communications | Kaitohutohu – Māketetanga Whakawhitiwhiti (Fixed term)

• Bring your generalist communications and marketing skills, creativity, and ideas.       
• Enjoy a combination of strategic and tactical internal communications mahi. 
• Fixed-term role through to August 2027
• Full time role based in Wellington

The role | Te tūnga  

As Advisor – Marketing and Communications you will be part of the Communications Team within the Office of the Chief Executive. We are a centralised communications and marketing function providing strategic and tactical marketing and communications support across Stats NZ.   

You will provide customer-centred communications advice, support and content across Stats NZ, with a strong focus on internal and organisational communications. You’ll help develop and deliver clear, fit-for-purpose communications for a range of audiences, including stories, articles, newsletters, intranet and digital channel content, and communications plans that support key organisational priorities. This role will suit someone who enjoys writing, building strong relationships, and helping people understand and connect with Stats NZ’s strategic priorities.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou   

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Strong writing, editing and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly for different audiences.
• Internal communications experience, or a clear interest and aptitude for internal and organisational communications.
• Experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism or a related field, ideally supported by a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge.
• Excellent relationship-building and collaboration skills, with confidence working alongside stakeholders and subject matter experts across an organisation.
• A customer-service focus, sound judgement, strong attention to detail and good time management.
• Practical experience using communications channels such as intranet, website CMS, newsletters or social media platforms.
• Digital communications skills, such as video capability, would be helpful but are not essential.
• Experience working in change environments would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and applying cultural capability in their practice 

We recognise that valuable skills can come from a range of industries, including unpaid work. We welcome and value all forms of transferable skills. Please bring your full unique self to your application. 

For all our roles, we’re looking for people who: 

• Act with integrity, take responsibility, and do what’s right even when it’s hard. 
• Understand the ‘why’ behind their work and focus on delivering real value. 
• Stay curious and open to learning, seeing challenges as chances to grow. 
• Build respectful and inclusive relationships, grounded in care for others. 
• Work collaboratively across boundaries and contribute to collective outcomes. 

We don’t expect you to know everything. What matters is your genuine interest, commitment, and readiness to grow with us. Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ. 

About Us | Ko mātou

Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is the National Statistics Office, leading the way in data and insights. While this is our focus, it’s our people who are central to everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, recognising that our work is strengthened by the people behind it. 

The data and insights we produce help shape decisions across government, communities, and businesses, and plays an important role in telling the story of Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mahi supports informed decision making at both national and local levels, helping improve outcomes for people, the economy, and the environment. 

We’re proud of the role we play in guiding and strengthening the data system, with a goal of delivering high quality data with equitable access for all. 

What’s in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe

Take a look at our Stats NZ careers site to learn more about our organisational values: He pēwhea ā tātou tikanga mahi | The way we work. 

Some key benefits include: 

• 37.5 hour work week
• 15 days sick leave allowance (to be used for yourself or people under your care)
• 3 extra leave days (taken during end-of-year office closure)
• Flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and corporate rates for a variety of services and products
• Opportunities for career development and progression

Salary: $77,259 - $90,893 (pro-rata) + KiwiSaver

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono   

If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirect to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page. 

Our process is to screen applications as we receive them, so we move to interview stage quickly.  You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. The job may close before the advertised closing date depending on application numbers.

Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process. 

Please reach out to recruitment@stats.govt.nz if you have any questions.  

You must have a valid work permit or visa to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.