External Communications Specialist

Ko wai m ātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

Job Description

An exceptional fixed term contract opportunity until June 2025  has become available within our Public Affairs and Media Relations team. As External Communications Specialist you will be responsible for advising and delivering informed, specialist external communications, with a focus on enhancing and protecting the public profile of Hato Hone St John. You'll craft compelling messaging and media releases, respond to interview requests and incident enquiries as well as organising media conferences when required.

Additionally, you will support the delivery of our Communications Strategy, creating impactful campaigns and stories that promote and showcase the incredible work of our organisation.

This is a fast-paced and high energy role which offers plenty of variety and challenge. No two days are the same here!

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven communications experience, with excellent knowledge of the media landscape, and is confident guiding / supporting a spokesperson to front media.
• Outstanding writing skills and natural ability to craft compelling, inspiring content.
• Excellent relationship building and influencing skills across all levels of an organisation.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and prioritise work.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to quickly adapt to change.
• Good judgement and sound decision-making skills.

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “ I’m interested ” before applications close on 07th July 2024 . If you are including a cover letter (preferred), please merge with your CV as one document.

For further information please contact Lindsey Frankland at [email protected] 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.