Press, Communications and Cultural Events Adviser
Marketing Communications (Marketing & Communications)
Wellington Central, Wellington
Full time (40 hours per week)
$79,000 NZD per year plus up to 4% Kiwi Saver
Join our Team as our Press, Communications and Cultural Events Adviser!
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Wellington is dedicated to fostering political,
social, scientific and cultural connections between Germany and Aotearoa New Zealand. As an
official climate Embassy, climate action is also high on our agenda. We aim to communicate German
politics and foreign policy in a transparent way and to engage with New Zealand audiences via
cultural and political events, classical press relations, and our social media channels.
We are seeking a highly organised and creative Press, Communications and Cultural Events Adviser to
join our small team, starting from Monday 2 December 2024. If you thrive in an intercultural
environment with a focus on international affairs and are passionate about both communications and
event management, this position could be a great fit for you.
What You'll Do:
Communications:
• Create and schedule content for our social media platforms, including X, Instagram,
LinkedIn and Facebook.
• Assist the Head of Press by acting as a first point of contact for the New Zealand and
Pacific media.
• Gather and take photographs and videos to create social media content.
• Stay up to date on current affairs, international politics, and key events of importance to
German-New Zealand bilateral relations.
• Maintain and update website content using a Content Management System (CMS).
• Write engaging social media captions and create social media graphics using Canva.
• Build networks with the New Zealand public sector, local non-governmental organisations,
journalists, other diplomatic missions in Wellington, and the German community in New
Zealand.
• Answer general public inquiries.
Events:
• Assist in planning and coordinating a variety of events, including conferences, seminars,
webinars, and corporate functions.
• Assist in planning political visits and preparing delegation visits to Aotearoa New Zealand as
well as visits to Germany under the German Government’s visitor programme.
• Coordinate with venues, suppliers, and service providers.
• Assist on-site with event-set up, event execution, and troubleshooting.
• Support the creation of event information, post-event evaluations and event reports.
Administration:
• Provide administrative support to the events and communications departments.
October 2024
• Take stock of and order promotional and press materials required at the embassy, such as
diplomatic gifts and professional printing materials.
• Act as a contact person for alumni matters and assist in scholarship and alumni programmes.
• Assist with other tasks and projects as needed.
Who You Are:
• You show strong attention to detail, a high level of initiative, and a proactive approach to
problem-solving.
• You are happy to work within a fast-paced social media environment which might sometimes
require editing a post in the evening or on a weekend.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Having a native proficiency in
English is preferred – and a bonus would be if you are bilingual and proficient in German (to
at least a B1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for
Languages).
• You have an excellent understanding of social media platforms and their audiences, prior
experiences in communication would be a bonus.
• You are highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• You are proficient in using Canva (or are a quick learner of new tools) and have a creative eye
for graphic design.
• You have some basic understanding of event planning and have some knowledge of audiovisual
equipment setup (preferred).
• You are highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Why Join Us?
At the German Embassy in Wellington, we value fairness, connection, and team spirit. As part of our
international team, you will have the chance to promote a modern image of Germany in New Zealand
and be at the centre of our public-facing diplomatic relations.
While you work according to New Zealand employment law, you will receive certain German
employment benefits, such as a bonus of an extra month’s salary at the end of the year. The German
Embassy is located in Thorndon in central Wellington, easily accessible by public transport and with
free, secure parking.
How to Apply:
If you are looking for a job where every day is different and you are a collaborative team player,
please submit your CV and a cover letter through SEEK, outlining your experience and why you are
the perfect fit for this role.
Please note that applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.
Applications close on Thursday 31 October 2024. Interviews will be held on 21 November 2024.
Join us in shaping the future of bilateral relations between Germany and Aotearoa New Zealand!
If you have any questions, please contact info@wellington.diplo.de