• Job TypePermanent
• Pay
• Reference3667701

Professional Summary

An accomplished communications and engagement professional with over 10 years’ experience delivering strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and policy advice across Departmental and Ministerial offices. Adept at managing complex projects, building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and leading teams to achieve government priorities.

Key Skills

• Strategic communications planning and execution
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Governance and Ministerial briefing preparation
• Team leadership and function establishment
• Advanced writing and messaging for diverse audiences
• Negotiation and contractual management
• Cross-cultural communication and market engagement

Career Highlights

• Established a corporate services function and built a communications team from scratch for the Department of Internal Affairs, NZ.
• Developed a Strategic Business Plan and governance strategy to support board members and deliver government priorities within 18 months.
• Successfully prepared incoming Ministerial briefings and aligned departmental policies with new government priorities.
• Acted as Executive Director, driving performance and representation across the department.
• Led engagement strategies for the Provincial Growth Fund, including SME networking events and partnership development.

Industry Experience

• Government and Public Services
• Policy and Strategy
• Communications and Engagement
• Economic Development Initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics and Public Policy