About Holstein Friesian NZ
Holstein Friesian NZ (HFNZ) is New Zealand’s largest dairy cattle breed society, representing and supporting members throughout the country. Our members are dairy farmers passionate about farming and breeding the Holstein Friesian cow, and our organisation plays an important role in promoting the breed and supporting the wider New Zealand dairy industry.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable Communications Coordinator to join our team in a permanent, full-time position. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of the New Zealand dairy industry who enjoys creating engaging content, connecting with people and bringing an organisation’s communications to life.
About the Role
Communication is at the heart of this position. You will be responsible for coordinating and delivering HFNZ’s communications across a range of platforms, helping keep our members informed, engaged and connected with the Association and the wider dairy industry.
Working closely with the HFNZ team, you will develop and publish content that promotes the Holstein Friesian breed, highlights member achievements, showcases our services and programmes, and strengthens HFNZ’s presence across the industry.
Key responsibilities will include:
Communications and content creation: Develop, coordinate and publish engaging content for newsletters, website updates, social media and other communication channels.
Digital communications: Maintain and update HFNZ’s website and social media platforms, ensuring content is timely, relevant and engaging.
Podcast production: Coordinate HFNZ’s regular podcast, including recording, editing, publishing and promotion across relevant platforms.
Webinars and online events: Assist with organising and hosting regular webinars, including coordinating speakers, promoting events and managing the associated communications.
Member engagement: Share member stories, industry news, programme updates and Association activities to strengthen connections with HFNZ members and the wider dairy industry.
Marketing and promotion: Support the promotion of HFNZ services, events, youth development programmes, sponsorships and other initiatives.
Communication planning: Help coordinate the HFNZ communications calendar, ensuring consistent messaging and a proactive approach to member and industry communications.
Administrative support: Undertake a small range of administrative duties, including responding to member enquiries, maintaining records and databases, and general office coordination as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who understands the New Zealand dairy industry and can communicate confidently with dairy farmers, breeders, industry organisations and other stakeholders. You will be a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working with people, has an eye for detail and can turn information into clear, engaging content for different audiences.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Sound knowledge of the New Zealand dairy industry and an understanding of the dairy farming sector.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, engaging and professional content.
Experience or a strong interest in digital communications, social media, content creation and marketing.
Confidence using digital platforms, with experience in website management and podcast production an advantage.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new systems and tools.
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
A friendly, approachable manner and a commitment to providing excellent service to HFNZ members.
A collaborative and adaptable approach, with the initiative to work independently and contribute positively to a small team.
Practical experience in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field would be advantageous.
What We Offer
This is an opportunity to join a small, dedicated team and play an important role in communicating the work of HFNZ to its members and the wider dairy industry.
You will have the opportunity to develop and deliver a variety of communications, share the stories of our members and breeders, and contribute to the promotion and future success of the Holstein Friesian breed in New Zealand.
The position is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) and based at the HFNZ office in Hamilton.
If you have a passion for the dairy industry, enjoy communicating with people and are keen to make a difference through effective communications, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please apply online with your CV and cover letter. Applications will only be accepted through Seek.
For more information about Holstein Friesian NZ, visit nzholstein.org.nz. Contact [email protected] at JAM.HR for any enquiries.
Applications close: Friday 13 November 2026