He aha te tūranga - About the role:
As a Communications Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the Communications Business Partners and the wider Communications & Public Affairs team to deliver high-quality internal and external communications (including social media).
This is a fast-paced, hands-on position that combines coordination, content development, channel management, and operational communications support. You will work across the organisation to ensure communications are clear, timely, and engaging, and aligned with organisational priorities.
This is a broad, generalist role with a strong focus on execution, coordination, and stakeholder support.
Key accountabilities
Provide day-to-day operational support to Communications Business Partners
Support the delivery of communications plans, campaigns, and tactical activity
Track actions, timelines, and approvals to ensure communications are delivered on time
Prepare draft materials and supporting content for internal and external audiences and channels
Support media coordination activities and media monitoring as required
This is a permanent fulltime role.
Ko wai koe - About you:
We’re looking for a proactive and organised communications professional who thrives in a busy and varied environment. You’ll bring
A degree in communications, media or relevant discipline with subsequent relevant experience or 1-3 years experience in a communications, marketing or content role.
Excellent organisational and project management skills, capacity to work independently and prioritise workloads.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with good attention to detail whilst using a variety of traditional and emerging communications channels.
Written and digital media and content creation skills.
Ability to anticipate needs before being asked, manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously and a strong team mindset.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Thursday 22nd October.
For further information please contact Lindsey Frankland via lindsey.frankland@stjohn.org.nz for a confidential discussion.
At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.
E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.
If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.
Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.