Senior Communications Advisor | Kaitohutohu Whakawhitiwhiti Matua at Health and Disability Commissioner, Wellington
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Consumer rights organisation
- Central Wellington or Auckland based
- Permanent Full time (1.0 FTE)
Ko wai tātou | Who we are
The purpose of the Health and Disability Commissioner (HDC) is to promote and protect health and disability services consumers' rights and to facilitate the fair and efficient resolution of complaints relating to infringement of those rights.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
The Senior Communications Advisor will be a communications champion for HDC providing trusted advice and delivering high quality work to support HDC to achieve its communications objectives.
The person in this role will be a part of the strategy team and assist the organisation to raise the profile and understanding of the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers' Rights
Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū te haere | What you'll need to be successful
A great communicator with strong relationship management skills. The ability to work autonomously with a high degree of initiative and self-confidence are also required. In addition, you must have:
- At least five years' experience in a senior strategic communication role.
- Experience developing resources for diverse audiences.
- Extensive experience of working with media and reputation management.
- Experience in advising senior leaders
- APR accreditation preferred but not essential.
- Experience creating and delivering strategic communications and engagement plans.
- A good team player with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with a range of stakeholders.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write in plain English and other languages an advantage.
- A high level of competence in MS Office suite.
- Good awareness of and understanding of the Tiriti o Waitangi and knowledge of te reo Māori, an advantage.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and demonstrate thought leadership.
- Knowledge of the health and disability sectors is an advantage.
- Experience with design software or the Adobe suite (preferred) is an advantage.
- A tertiary qualification in a related sector.
If you are passionate to help promote and protect the rights of people using health and disability services. Apply now if you're ready to make a difference.
We offer a range of benefits including:
- Four weeks annual leave and 15 days sick leave
- EAP service
- Flexible working opportunities, including working from home
- Discounts on health insurance
- Learning and professional development opportunities
Awhe utu - Salary range
As part of our remuneration framework, the base salary range for this position is from $119,452 to $128,111, depending on the candidate's experience. Please note that KiwiSaver/employer contributions are in addition to the base salary.
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Me pēhea te tono - How to apply
All applicants must complete the online HDC application form to be considered. Applications can be submitted via https://www.hdc.org.nz/careers/ . Your CV and Cover Letter can be attached within the application.
E-mail enquiries to recruitment@hdc.org.nz
Applications for this role close 24 May 2026
Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they're received, and the role may close early if suitable candidates are found. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health and Disability Commissioner |
| Location: | Wellington |
| Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time |
| Category: | Communications, media, & marketing |
| Date listed: | 13-May-2026 |
| Salary range: | 119,452 - 128,111 |
| Closing date: | 24-May-2026 |
| Reference: | NZ/SCA_WL_26 |
| Attachment: | No File Attached |
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| Website: | https://www.hdc.org.nz/job-vacancies/ |
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