Kaitohu Whakapāpātanga | Senior Communications Advisor

Six-month fixed term, parental leave cover | Wellington


About us

Te Mātāwai is a kaupapa dedicated to empowering iwi and Māori communities to lead the revitalisation of te reo Māori. You will work alongside passionate language champions, iwi leaders and communities, contributing to meaningful outcomes that support the flourishing of te reo Māori for current and future generations.

Kia Ūkaipō Anō te Reo

Are you a highly experienced communications professional who can step into a senior role immediately, take ownership and make an impact from day one?

Te Mātāwai is seeking a highly experienced Senior Communications Advisor to join our Communications team for six months, providing parental leave cover.

This is an opportunity to bring your communications expertise to a kaupapa with national significance and contribute to the revitalisation of te reo Māori.

Te āhua o te tūranga | About the role

This is a hands-on senior communications role where you will provide strategic advice and deliver high-quality communications across Te Mātāwai. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, Board members, Pae Motuhake and kaimahi, leading communications, campaigns, executive content, digital channels and stakeholder engagement. You’ll need to be based in Wellington.

Mōu | About you

We’re looking for a highly experienced communications professional who can hit the ground running. You’ll bring:

·       Significant senior communications experience and strong strategic judgement

·       Proficiency in te reo Māori and English, with a strong understanding of tikanga Māori

·       Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills

·       Proven experience delivering communications across multiple channels

·       Confidence working with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders

·       The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines

·       A genuine commitment to the revitalisation of te reo Māori

As this is six-month parental leave cover, you’ll be comfortable stepping into the role immediately, taking ownership of an established portfolio and delivering from day one.

Me tono mai | Apply

If you are a seasoned communications professional who is ready to deliver straight away, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your cover letter and CV quoting Job Ref: 2026-07 via SEEK. Applications must be received no later than 5.00pm on Wednesday 4 November 2026.  For more information or to kōrero further on the role, please contact Mish Rikihana-Vieira [email protected] .

Nau mai ngā tono! If you are passionate about the future of te reo Māori and want to contribute to a kaupapa that creates a lasting impact for whānau, hapū and iwi, we would love to hear from you.