Communications Adviser
Provide expert advice and support to portfolio leaders that strengthen the University's positive public profile and outstanding reputation.
Summary about this job
Government
Company: University of Otago
Location: Otago
Work type: Full Time
Salary: Range of Appointments $59,300 to $65,074
Phone: +64-6-451-6108
Fax: +64-3-258-4375
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Detail information about job Communications Adviser. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Competitive salary and five weeks' annual leave
- Provide customised corporate communications advice
- Produce high quality communications for a range of purposes
EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT DIVISION
COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES
Who we are
Turning 150 years old in 2019, the University of Otago is New Zealand's first and oldest University. It has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealand's largest universities, with over 20,000 students, assets in excess of $1.6 billion and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Invercargill.
Ranked within the top 3% of universities in the world, the University of Otago recognises that our staff are the key to our success.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Manager - Communications Services Advisory, based within a client portfolio, Communications Advisers provide expert advice and support to portfolio leaders that strengthen the University's positive public profile and outstanding reputation.
You will provide relevant, proactive and customised corporate communications advice, expert opinion and information to clients, as well as facilitate communications support from central Communications Services teams as required. Embedded in portfolios alongside marketing advisory team members, you will work to provide a seamless provision of services to clients.
Your Skills and Experience
We are looking for an experienced communications professional, with demonstrated experience in:
- Public relations, journalism or business communications roles.
- Crafting and producing high quality communications for a range of messaging purposes.
- Providing advice and support to senior leaders and managers.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across marketing and communications functions to deliver tailored and seamless services.
You will be an articulate and engaging communicator, with a strong customer service orientation.
Further Details
We are seeking to fill three full-time positions, however welcome applications from candidates who wish to work part-time (minimum of 30 hours per week).
We offer competitive salary, five weeks' annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.
Application
Applications quoting reference number 1801275 will close on Sunday, 22 July 2018.