Principal Corporate Communications Specialist Auckland Transport (AT) is on a mission to transform Auckland into a vibrant city that moves, so that Aucklanders can connect with the people and places they love. Be part of Auckland's exciting future and development. From transport infrastructure to customer-focused solutions, we're creating seamless journeys across our city that enable businesses and Aucklanders to thrive. Regardless of your choice to walk, cycle, drive, take the ferry or train, we are passionate about working together to deliver safe, efficient, innovative and sustainable options whilst providing a transport system that will create a vibrant and connected Auckland. Transport has the potential to shape our city for the better - from the streets we live, work and spend time on, to the trains, bus services, cycle and walkways we use every day. Te Whiwhinga mahi| The opportunity In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of best practice corporate communications, aligned to AT's corporate communications strategies. This role plays a crucial part in building understanding of transport outcomes, and helps build understanding of AT's role, and delivering enterprise-wide communications and stakeholder plans in complex environments to deliver positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Providing timely and thoughtful corporate communications advice to achieve AT's communications outcomes. Preparing integrated communications plans that consider both internal and external audiences, political or changing context and operating environment and delivering these plans to solve complex issues and mitigate risk, on issues, plans and projects that have significant public interest. Complex problem solving, with a deep understanding of underlying contexts and outcomes sought, while managing the needs of a range of stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes. Monitor and proactively manage reputational risks and issues with the corporate communications team in a timely manner. Please note: This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?8-10 years' experience in communications roles or a similar field such as journalism or government relations. An understanding of the public sector and local government landscape. Experience writing and delivering communications strategies in complex environments. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in communications or business Ability to build key strategic and trusted relationships Ability to deliver complex political and public related messages with empathy At AT, weembraceinclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences. Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do. Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together. In addition, we also offer: Investment in your professional development and training Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability Modern CBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-basedoffice Paid parental and partner leave Study assistance Health and Wellbeing benefits Professional memberships AT Connect groups such as Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and many more!Come join us in in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today with an updated CV and cover letter. We tiaki all those who use transport in Tāmaki Makaurau.
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