[ref. g24034224] Director - Communications, Engagement, and Marketingat Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities -
Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities Auckland
Lead the strategic communication and public engagement strategies for Kainga Ora Trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership Team and Board Bring your expertise in developing and implementing strategy at a senior leadership level Permanent, full
-time based in Auckland or WellingtonTe Whiwhinga Mahi | Our opportunityThis is a rare opportunity to lead the enterprise-wide strategic communications function across one of Aotearoa's largest Crown entities.As Director
- Communications, Engagement and Marketing, you will lead a high-performing team to design and deliver a unified communications strategy that encompasses internal engagement, brand leadership, marketing, reputation management, and organisational culture alignment.
You will be trusted to lead through complexity and ensure that our messages reflect the organisation's commitment to people, transparency and long-term public value.In this role, you will guide our strategic presence across the motu
- ensuring the voices of whānau and communities, are connected through clear, compassionate, and courageous communication.Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
- What you will bring Extensive executive leadership experience in communications, public affairs, marketing or media strategy Demonstrated success developing and delivering large-scale national communication, engagement and marketing strategies Experience navigating reputational risk and leading crisis communications in high-profile environments Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and cultural safety in public communications Proven experience leading digital and creative communications teams in large, complex organisations during periods of organisational change Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse groups, including media, agencies, iwi and community partners Deep understanding of the machinery of government and Crown entity accountabilitiesNōu te rourou
- What's in it for you?
- Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need.
We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.
Mō mātou- Our OrganisationAt Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand's housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders' lives.
That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Ō Tātou Uara
- Our ValuesOur values were developed by us, for us.
They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day.
Our values are: Manaakitanga
- People at the Heart Mahi Tahi
- Better Together Whanake
- Be Bold Tūhono mai
- Join usTo view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz If you have any questions or for a confidential discussion, please email Lynda.Francis@kaingaora.govt.nz Please note Kāinga Ora is going through change and preference will be given to the internal employees' applications whose substantive role has been confirmed disestablished.
Applications close at 11:55pm on Wednesday 28th May 2025.
We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way.We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.
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