Press Secretary (Level 2)

placeWellington calendar_month 

Press Secretary - Office of Hon Nicole McKee**

**Location:** Wellington
**Type:** Events-based, Full-time
**Salary Range:** $111,458 - $138,704 per annum

**Applications Close:** 11:55pm, two weeks from posting date

**About the Role**

The Office of Hon Nicole McKee, Minister for Courts and Associate Minister of Justice, is seeking a dynamic and experienced communications professional to join her team.

This is a fast-paced and rewarding opportunity to work at the heart of government, helping shape and communicate policy decisions that impact all New Zealanders.

**Key Responsibilities**
  • Manage media enquiries, press releases, interviews, and the Minister's communications strategy.
  • Work closely with the Minister and her team to ensure messaging is clear, timely, and aligned with government priorities.
  • Translate complex policy issues into accessible communications for diverse audiences.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, ministerial offices, and stakeholders.

**What We're Looking For**

We're seeking someone with:

  • A background in communications, public relations, or journalism.
  • Strong understanding of New Zealand's political and media landscape.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience or knowledge in firearms policy and reform and/or anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) is highly desirable.
**Why Join Us?**
  • Working at Parliament is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of policy decision-making affecting all New Zealanders where communicating the Government's direction is both exciting and rewarding.
  • Work in a collaborative and high-impact environment where no two days are the same.
**Additional Information**
  • This is an events-based position aligned with the three-year parliamentary term.
  • A security clearance is required for this role. Eligibility criteria apply.

**Apply Now**

If you're ready to take on a high-profile communications role and contribute to meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you.

**Contact:** Cameron Parker, Portfolio Manager - Cameron.Parker@dia.govt.nz

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