Communications Adviser | Kaitohutohu Tuku Kōrero | Parliamentary Service (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Support Parliament’s communications through clear content, media support, and digital engagement, helping maintain business-as-usual communications during the E26 period through to the end of the year, including the busy election period.

This role could suit someone looking for work that fits in with school hours. 

Mō te tīma | About the Team

The Parliamentary Engagement group brings together people from both the Office of the Clerk and Parliamentary Service to help connect Parliament with the people of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Within this, the Communications team plays a key role in supporting how Parliament communicates, both internally across the precinct and externally with the public, stakeholders, and media. We work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, helping teams and leaders deliver clear, accessible, and engaging communications.

Our focus is on making Parliament easier to understand and engage with, supporting the Parliamentary Engagement Strategy and contributing to a more open and accessible democracy.

Mō te tūnga | About the Role

We’re looking for a part time (0.5 FTE), fixed term Communications Advisor to join us from August until December during the E26 period. This role is focused on supporting business-as-usual communications, helping create capacity across the team so key E26 programme work can be delivered.

The idea person would have at least 2-3 years' experience with internal, external or media communications and

• Understand public sector relationships and communication needs 
• Be collaborative and flexible
• Have an outcome-focused, problem-solving approach

This is a hands on, delivery focused role where you’ll provide practical communications advice and help plan and implement communications activities across a wide range of work. You’ll be supported by the wider team, but will also be able to take the lead in getting things done. You'll work closely with the Communications Lead and Senior Communications Advisor, while also taking ownership of your own workstreams.

You’ll be responsible for producing clear, audience focused content, supporting media and stakeholder activity, and ensuring communications are delivered at the right time, through the right channels, and in the right way.

This role would suit someone looking for a part time opportunity who is comfortable in a in a fast-paced environment, can hit the ground running, who enjoys variety and can confidently manage competing priorities while staying connected to a busy team.

What this role offers

• A part time (0.5 FTE) role (hours by arrangement) with flexibility
• The opportunity to contribute to during a key period (E26), supporting important programme work a range of diverse work that supports New Zealand’sacross Parliament
• A varied, hands-on role with exposure to a wide range of communications activity
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Meaningful work that helps keep Parliament’s communications running smoothly

Mō mātou | About us:

We offer a range of benefits including access to an on-site gym and pool and learning opportunities. Our ever-changing environment allows us to be part of the action at Parliament including attending question time, select committees and other key events. We also support flexible working where possible.

The Parliamentary Service enables, protects, and helps sustain the functioning of Parliament - providing the governance, security, people, funding, infrastructure, and stewardship necessary for a safe, independent, and effective Parliament.

Integrity, Manaakitanga, Accountability, Whanaungatanga and Empowerment guide how we work. We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aim to make Parliament a welcoming and accessible environment for all.

If you would like to know more about who we are and the mahi we do, visit Careers at Parliament.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

If you are comfortable supporting a wide range of communications and can hit the ground running take ownership of meaningful work, and grow within a supportive, experienced team, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close at 11:59pm, Monday 29 June 2026. All applications must be made online.

To arrange a confidential kōrero, please contact Fredwyn.Kisona@parliament.govt.nz

Please note: we will begin screening applications as they are received and may move to interviews shortly after the advert closes. Depending on application volumes, timeframes may change, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised. You may also be invited to complete a pre-interview screening via phone or video.

If you have any support or access requirements, please let us know when you apply so we can support you through the recruitment process.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We appreciate your interest, but we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk are not responsible for any related fees.