Communications and Marketing Adviser - Part -Time - Fixed-term until December 2024
The University of Auckland
- Auckland
- Contract
- Part-time
- Writing, editing and curate high-quality print, digital and multimedia content for internal and external channels.
- Writing and publishing user-centric web content via our content management system, WordPress.
- Highlighting Ngā Ara Whetū's work through social media, collecting data on social media interactions and reporting them back to management.
- Develop and manage email and other campaigns on and off campus to elevate the mission of the research centre.
- Drafting and proofing Ngā Ara Whetū communications.
- Co-authoring article writing for publication in traditional media.
- Co-authoring submissions and reports to government agencies or ministries.
- Helping to produce live events, broadcast/podcast series and effectively promoting these.
- Monitor news as relevant to the mission of the research centre.
- Connect with Ngā Ara Whetū's directors to create content that adds to the public discourse and provide subject matter expertise to influence content decisions.
An excellent organiser with attention to detail and great communication skillsThe ideal candidates will have:
- A bachelor's degree with strong writing experience.
- Experience working with web content management systems, including WebPress.
- Experience in a diverse range of marketing and advertising activities across print, the web and digital media.
- Experience with web analytics tools and SEO.
- Experience working within complex environments.
- Adept at prioritising the requirements of a large number of stakeholders
- Be committed to excellent quality and have a sharp eye for detail.
- Be a team player with strong relationship skills who enjoys working with others in a collaborative environment.
- Have tons of initiative and be able to bring creativity and new ideas to the role.
- Be highly motivated, self-managing and exceptionally well organised. You will have strong planning and co-ordination skills and be able to juggle multiple priorities.
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Thursday 6th June 2024 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large amount of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.Please reach out to Irene van Schalkwyk via for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.Additional InformationEquityThe University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go toThe University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit