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This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If you possess the expertise and a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our community, we’d love to hear from you! <br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Why Join Us? | He aha te hono mai ki a mātau?</span></p>\n<p>Thrive in a values-driven workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and professional development through various learning opportunities, benefits, and recognition.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shape the future of Buller – lead strategic growth and sustainable development</li>\n<li>Work in a scenic district with a great lifestyle balance.</li>\n<li>Be part of a collaborative and supportive team with a high focus on wellbeing</li>\n<li>Southern Cross Health Insurance</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><br>What Will You Do? | Ka aha koe?<br></span>This role is ideal for a confident communicator and people‑leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about strengthening community relationships.<br><br><em>Key responsibilities will include:</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide day‑to‑day leadership, coaching, and performance management for the Communications and Engagement team</li>\n<li>Oversee media engagement, including supporting staff , and responding to enquiries</li>\n<li>Advocate for staff wellbeing, manage workloads, and complete annual PPDP and KPI reviews</li>\n<li>Support communication budget management and ensure responsible use of resources</li>\n<li>Prioritise and allocate work to ensure deadlines and business needs are met</li>\n<li>Review and approve communications content to ensure quality and consistency</li>\n<li>Ensure all statutory requirements for public consultations, governance advertising, and transparency are met</li>\n<li>Deliver clear, accurate, and timely communications across digital, print, media, and face‑to‑face channels</li>\n<li>Manage timelines and workflows to ensure aligned, on‑time delivery</li>\n<li>Maintain and improve communication processes, systems, and structures</li>\n<li>Lead development of future‑focused communication and engagement technologies</li>\n<li>Support the development and review of engagement strategies, communication plans, and consultation materials</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><br>Who Are You? | Ko wai koe?<br></span><em>We are looking for someone with:</em></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Essential:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proven experience in communications, engagement, media, or a public‑facing role</li>\n<li>Strong experience preparing high‑quality written communications for diverse audiences</li>\n<li>Demonstrated ability to build relationships with stakeholders, community groups, and iwi</li>\n<li>At least 3 years’ experience leading or supervising staff, projects, or workflows</li>\n<li>Excellent verbal communication skills, able to clearly articulate ideas and needs</li>\n<li>Tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Management, or a related field</li>\n<li>Demonstrated communications expertise and capability working with external stakeholders</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><br>Desirable:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience in Local Government or a community‑focused organisation</li>\n<li>Experience managing budgets</li>\n<li>Experience responding to sensitive or high‑profile issues</li>\n<li>Graphic design or Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign) experience</li>\n<li>Understanding of Te ao Māori and/or Te Reo</li>\n<li>Additional qualifications in communications, journalism, management, public participation, media, or graphic design</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>If you're ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!<br><br></p>\n<p>Please find the position description here: <a href=\"https://tinyurl.com/46caddrv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https://tinyurl.com/46caddrv</a> <br><br></p>\n<p>All applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.<br>Any enquiries about this role please email: <a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">[email protected]</a></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><em><br>Applications close: 3PM, Friday 19th of June 2026</em></span></p>",
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