Senior Communications Advisor Multimedia

New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 15,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes. We’re working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver our business and achieve long-term change. Senior Advisor – Communications (Multimedia) * Based at Police National Headquarters * Band J * Police Employee * Permanent/ Full Time * Nationally Advertised Vacancy * JR 6007714 E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā. Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face Mō te tūnga | About the role Join the New Zealand Police Media and Communications team and help shape how one of New Zealand’s most trusted and visible organisations connects with the public. As a Senior Advisor Communications (Multimedia), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality written, video and photographic content that informs, engages and builds trust with communities across Aotearoa. Working closely with subject matter experts, leaders, communications colleagues and the team videographer, you will create and refine compelling content for a range of Police communications channels. You will provide editorial oversight, quality assurance and communications support, ensuring content is clear, accurate, audience-focused and aligned with Police values, brand standards and organisational priorities. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering authentic, impactful and audience-focused communications that support New Zealand Police and the communities we serve. Key Accountabilities: * Produce high-quality written, video and photographic content * Provide editorial review and communications quality assurance * Develop compelling stories that engage internal and external audiences * Partner with leaders and subject matter experts to support communications needs * Deliver content aligned with Police priorities, values and brand standards He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others. To be successful in the role you will: * Have excellent written and communication skills * Have appropriate experience in the relevant field of speciality media or communications * Deliver high standards of service to all stakeholders in a professional and timely manner * Be politically aware with sound understanding of government and public sector operating environments * Have high levels of discretion and professional credibility * Understand media law, privacy, OIA principles and reputational risk * Understand contemporary digital, social and traditional media environments Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements * Demonstratable communications experience, particularly working in large complex organisations * Demonstratable specialist communications content experience with demonstrated expertise in editorial leadership, content strategy or multimedia production. * Relevant Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Postgraduate qualification – desirable. * This role is based in the Wellington area. Some travel may be required This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser: https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/2026-07/Senior%20Advisor%20-%20Communications%20%281%29.pdf Mo tātou | About us New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas. Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways. The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support. To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link: Applicant Information Pack (External) Tono ināianei | Apply now If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made. For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. Utu ā-tau | Salary This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $111,529 and $129,277 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role. If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process. Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Monday 3rd August. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the month of September. If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact [email protected]