KO Ā MĀTOU MAHI – ABOUT OUR WORK

Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading organisation in sexual and reproductive health. We believe everyone should have equitable access to quality services, trusted information and the freedom to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive wellbeing.

We are an advocate for sexual and reproductive health rights, challenging barriers, championing equity and working with communities and health sector partners to create meaningful change. As we look to the future, we are focused on expanding our reach through our clinics, digital services, and partnerships. Our people are central to our success, and we value fresh thinking, strong relationships and shared commitment to making a positive difference.

MŌ TĒNEI TŪRANGA MAHI – ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Communications Lead to strengthen our voice, grow our influence and help drive meaningful change in sexual and reproductive health and rights across Aotearoa.

This is an opportunity to lead a talented team, shape our communications direction and work on issues that genuinely matter. It is also a hands-on role where you'll be close to the action, creating content, engaging with media and bringing bold ideas to life.

This role is full time based at our National Office on Victoria Street, Wellington. Our office is a fun, inclusive and offers a thoughtfully designed space, with a mix of shared, quiet, and collaborative areas. We also support flexible work practices, including working from home options.

Key areas of focus

As our Communications Lead, you'll be the driving force behind our communications, media relations, advocacy and public engagement. Reporting to the Director Community Programmes and Digital Platforms, you'll lead a team of communications specialists and work closely with senior leaders, clinical experts and teams across the organisation.

Lead a bold, proactive communications approach that builds our profile and advances our advocacy priorities.
Build strong media relationships, identify opportunities, manage emerging issues and support our leaders to communicate with confidence.
Turn complex health and social issues into clear, engaging content and campaigns that inform, connect and inspire action.
Coach and develop a capable communications team, encouraging creativity, collaboration and high performance.
Champion contemporary digital communications, using audience insights, data, emerging technology and responsible AI to improve how we engage.
Provide strategic communications advice to our Chief Executive and senior leaders, particularly on sensitive, complex or high-profile matters.
Look beyond reach and impressions to understand how our communications are influencing conversations and creating impact.

What you will bring

We are looking for someone who is equally comfortable developing a communications strategy, advising senior leaders, responding to a media enquiry or rolling up their sleeves to deliver a great piece of content.

We are looking for someone with:

Significant experience in communications, public relations or media, including leadership experience.
Strong media relations skills, excellent judgement and confidence managing sensitive or challenging issues.
Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to connect with different audiences.
Experience delivering advocacy, public-awareness or issues-based communications.
A contemporary approach to digital communications, audience insights and emerging technologies.
The ability to lead, inspire and develop people while building strong relationships across an organisation.
A curious, creative and solutions-focused mindset, with the confidence to challenge thinking and explore new approaches.

Experience in health, public health, education, advocacy or the not-for-profit sector would be an advantage, but it's not essential. What matters most is your communications expertise, sound judgement, leadership capability and commitment to our purpose.

HE AHA TE TAKE KO MĀTOU? – WHY WORK WITH US?

At Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa, you can finish each day knowing your mahi has made a difference. You’ll join a team of committed people who care deeply about improving access to sexual and reproductive healthcare and creating better experiences for the diverse communities we serve.

We value our people and want Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa to be a place where you can contribute, learn, develop and thrive. We encourage people to bring their ideas, use their strengths and work together to find better ways of doing things. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and creating a culture where people feel supported, respected and empowered to make a difference.

We offer:

Wellbeing initiatives supported by our wellbeing working group.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
AA membership.
Birthday leave.
Recognition of Service.
Additional parental leave entitlements.
Access to Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa services (up to $100).
And more to come as we continue to invest in our people.

ĒTAHI ATU KŌRERO - FURTHER INFORMATION

Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa is committed to Te Tiriti ō Waitangi and to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals that reflect the diverse communities we work in. Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa is proud of our commitment to our diversity, equity and inclusion strategy. Please visit our website for further information www.sexualwellbeing.org.nz.

HEI TONO MAI – TO APPLY

Full details of the role are outlined in the position description located here.

Closing date: Tuesday 10 November 2026

Make your early application now. Shortlisting and interviews may occur while advertising is open. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].