Senior Advisor - Communications

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Use your communications expertise to mobilise New Zealanders with their energy use
• Join a great team and a meaningful organisation with a purpose
• Permanent role based in Wellington or Auckland

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Due to an internal promotion, we are now looking for a Senior Advisor - Communications to play a key role in shaping and delivering EECA's strategic communications programme and supporting EECA's position as an authority on energy efficiency and the use of renewable forms of energy.

In this role you will:

• Create compelling, audience-centric content for diverse channels – ranging from media releases and opinion editorials to digital and long-form content
• Deliver copy and content appropriate for a variety of channel formats
• Develop and execute proactive media strategies that position EECA as a credible voice on energy topics
• Manage day-to-day media enquiries and build relationships with key media suppliers and journalists
• Provide ministerial support as required
• Identify and manage communications risks in a complex industry 

He kōrero mōu | Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 5+ years of experience in Communications – either in a PR private sector role or Government agency
• Strong written communication skills in different styles – from campaign work through to corporate communications
• Experience developing and delivering proactive media strategies
• Capability in issues management
• Experience in stakeholder engagement as part of communications planning
• An interest in energy-related topics and a willingness to learn
• Knowledge of the energy sector would be an advantage but is not essential

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

An important opportunity to join a government agency with a strong focus on delivery, to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a tangible impact on the lives of New Zealanders.  

• Free medical insurance through Southern Cross
• Access to a well-utilised social club
• An excellent working environment – with a dynamic work culture.

Mō mātou | About us

EECA's mission is ‘mobilising New Zealanders to be clean and clever end users'. We are Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao – Guardian of the energy. This means we have a responsibility to ensure that all of New Zealand recognises that the energy we save now will be an asset to our future, in a multitude of ways. Our desired outcome is a sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations.

In order to get there, key strategic objectives are:

• Energy efficiency first
• Empower energy users
• Accelerate renewable energy

You can read more about what who we are at Who we are - About EECA | EECA

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Please find a link to the position description here: Senior Advisor - Communications | EECA

All applications must be sent by email, and include a CV and Cover Letter to Caishar Haribhai-Thompson at careers@eeca.govt.nz. Applications Close: 11:59pm on Sunday 20 July 2025.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications after the closing date and will be in touch as early as possible about status of your application.