Senior Advisor, Media

• Shape national media conversations on injury prevention, recovery and rehabilitation
• Work closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts across ACC
• Join an organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for New Zealanders

Fixed Term to 31 August 2027 | Wellington

About us | Mō mātou

ACC is a trusted and high‑performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do here.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

As a Senior Advisor, Media, you will lead the development and delivery of proactive media strategies that support ACC's strategic priorities and strengthen public understanding of the work we do. Working across a diverse portfolio, you will identify and create compelling media opportunities, build trusted relationships with journalists, and provide strategic media advice to senior leaders and subject matter experts. You’ll bring together evidence, expert voices and real stories to deliver timely, credible media coverage that connects with New Zealanders.

The appointing salary for this role is $101,287 to $142,993 based on experience. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a 9% employer superannuation contribution with no mandatory employee contribution, and optional life and income protection insurance.

About you | Mōu

You will bring:

• Significant experience in media relations, communications, public relations or journalism.
• Strong experience developing and delivering proactive media strategies and campaigns.

• A strong news sense and the ability to identify timely, audience-focused media opportunities.

• Exceptional written communication skills, including news items, opinion pieces and briefing materials.
• The ability to identify and translate complex issues into engaging and accessible stories.

• Highly developed relationship-management skills, with the confidence to advise senior leaders and subject matter experts and build trusted relationships with journalists and media outlets

• Excellent judgement, political awareness and reputation management capability.
• Strong planning, organisation and prioritisation skills in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to influence and build trust across teams.
• You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Friday 30th October 2026 11.55pm. However, we may begin reviewing applications and interviewing before the closing date.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email [email protected] quoting the Job Identification number in the Job Info section.