Communications Director | Green Party

Mō te tūnga | About the role

In the Communications Director role, you will be the primary advisor to the party co-leaders and Caucus on all public communications. This includes connecting Green MPs and policies with the public through online and offline media and developing and implementing communications strategies. You’ll have day-to-day oversight of all public communications and lead a small team of press secretaries and social media creatives.

Reporting to the Chief of Staff and working alongside the Policy & Research Director and Outreach Director you will play an active role in the management of the Green Party’s parliamentary operation. Political risk management is a key component of the role.

Tō kete | What you will bring to the role

We are looking for someone with advanced communications and strategic nous, and a network of existing relationships across the media landscape. Ideally you will have 5-10+ years’ experience in a senior communications role and relevant qualifications.

Leading a team of seven direct reports means previous staff management experience is a must. Coaching and investing in the professional development of your team is important, as is sharing your skills and experience with the Caucus and broader staff team.

A strong understanding of Green Party principles and their relationship to one another, and knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te ao Māori will be an advantage.

He aha te pai o te mahi ki Te Ratonga Whare Pāremata? | Why work for Parliamentary Service?

• We offer a range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, an Eye and Hearing subsidy, and an annual well-being payment.
• You will receive a Parliamentary Service induction to set you up to succeed, as well as ongoing learning, development and professional networking opportunities
• We are proud of our He Ao Takitaki (Te Ao Māori strategy); we offer karakia, waiata, reo Māori opportunities and other staff networks.
• Our core values are at the heart of how we work: Integrity, Manaakitanga, Accountability, Whanaungatanga and Empowerment.

The indicative salary range for the role is $135,000 – 155,000, and appointments will be based on skills and experience.

All employees who work for Political Party Offices are employed on an 'events based' agreement, with your employment linked to the party co-leaders. This role is based in Wellington, for 40 hours a week, with some flexibility required. Travel is required from time-to-time.

Applications close midnight on Wednesday 12^th November 2025

If you have any questions, please contact Jodie.Taylor@parliament.govt.nz