Senior Advisor - Communications (6 months fixed-term)

Ko mātou | About us 

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is an independent Crown entity that regulates the electricity market. We are a kaitiaki of electricity, and our purpose is to enhance New Zealanders’ lives, prosperity, and environment through electricity.

The electricity industry is at a pivotal moment, with the journey towards renewable energy sources and innovation reshaping how we operate. To meet these challenges and opportunities, we’re evolving as an organisation – growing our capabilities, expanding our reach, and building a team ready to create a brighter, more sustainable future for Aotearoa. Our focus is on making a difference through bold thinking, collaboration, and delivering value for the communities we serve.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role 

We are looking for a Senior Advisor - Communications to join our team for six months while one of our team takes a period of leave.

In this role, you'll provide strategic communications advice and delivery across a range of initiatives that support the Authority's reputation as a trusted regulator. Working closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders across the organisation, you'll:

• Develop and deliver communications and engagement plans that support organisational priorities.
• Provide trusted communications advice on complex issues, risks and opportunities.
• Translate technical and regulatory information into clear, engaging content for a range of audiences.
• Lead media engagement activities, including proactive opportunities, media releases and responses to enquiries.
• Create content across a range of channels, including digital platforms, social media, reports, speeches and presentations.
• Monitor emerging issues and stakeholder sentiment to help inform communication approaches.
• Build strong relationships across the Authority and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity to apply your strategic thinking, storytelling and stakeholder engagement skills to issues that matter to New Zealand's energy future.

Nōu te rourou | What you’ll bring

• At least 5 years’ experience in communications - ideally working alongside a multi-disciplinary communications team
• A can-do attitude with initiative and the ability to think outside the box
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• A talent for spotting media opportunities, driving engagement and managing queries
• Experience in development and execution of end-to-end communications plans across all channels
• A knack for building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders
• A passion for translating technical or complex information into meaningful messages
• Experience in the energy sector is preferred (but not necessary)
• Experience working with digital channels including e-newsletters, social media and/or website content management systems.

If you’re a motivated communications professional with a talent for storytelling, a knack for making complex information easy to understand, and the ability to collaborate and influence effectively, we’d love to hear from you.

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

We support a healthy work-life balance and offer a range of benefits to support our teams.

• Competitive remuneration salary from $113,652.00
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

Are you Interested?

If you’re ready to make an impact and help shape the future of electricity in New Zealand, click “apply now” and submit your cover letter and CV.

For further details, you can find the position description by clicking the link below. If you’d like to kōrero more about the role, please contact MyHR@ea.govt.nz.

To apply for this role, you must have a legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of submitting your application.

Applications close Sunday 16 August 2025 – but we may start considering applications as they are received, so don’t delay!

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