Senior Specialist – External Strategic Engagement

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
📍 hamilton, waikato, New-Zealand 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 27, 2026

Job Description

Are you ready to amplify the voice of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa nationally? We’re looking for an experienced Senior Specialist – External Strategic Engagement to lead our external communications strategy to shape public conversations and strengthen our voice across Aotearoa.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead the development and implementation of external communication strategies that reflect Te Kaupapa Matua and support Te Pae Tawhiti 2030.
  • Provide strategic communications advice and support to senior leaders and executive teams.
  • Manage media relations, including proactive media engagement that influences education and policy discourse.
  • Develop compelling narratives and position statements that strengthen the profile and influence of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
  • Lead strategic campaigns and promote success stories that demonstrate the positive impact our work has on whānau, hapū, iwi, and hapori.
  • Prepare ministerial briefing...

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Job Details

  • Location hamilton, waikato
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Corporate Finance & Strategic Planning
  • Posted Date July 27, 2026
  • Application Deadline September 05, 2026