Public Diplomacy & Enquiries Adviser

The New Zealand High Commission in London is recruiting a Public Diplomacy & Enquiries Adviser.

The High Commission (the ‘Post’) represents the New Zealand Government to the highest standards of professional excellence in diplomacy, trade negotiations, international development and consular services.  This is done by building connections with the host country that enables the New Zealand Government to achieve more than they could alone. The High Commission takes a distinctively New Zealand approach, reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and heritage. 

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role   

The Public Diplomacy & Enquiries Adviser is responsible for contributing to the High Commission’s online presence, by helping the Public Diplomacy Manager to track and monitor UK media reporting relevant to New Zealand and assisting with management of the High Commission’s social media pages. The Public Diplomacy & Enquiries Adviser also helps with visits and events coordination, managing and coordinating responses to public enquiries (by telephone and email), and performs other administrative tasks from time-to-time. 

This is a locally employed position, with terms and conditions being set in accordance with UK employment regulations. The High Commission does not provide assistance with accommodation or airfares.

Mā‎ wai te mahi nei? – Who are we looking for?

The successful applicant should have:

• One to two years of experience in an administration role
• Some experience or knowledge of working with social media
• A good general knowledge of both New Zealand and the UK
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, including ability to prioritise tasks effectively and work under pressure.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Mō mātou - About us 

Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.  By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand’s interests and pursue New Zealand's values.  We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.

The High Commission takes a distinctively New Zealand approach, reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and heritage.  Our values are:

• Impact – We achieve for New Zealand, everyday, everywhere
• Kotahitanga – We draw strength from our diversity
• Courage – We do the right thing
• Manaakitanga – We honour and respect others

Me pēhea te tuku tono - To Apply/Interested? 

A position description is available here and an application form is available here 

To apply please send a CV, completed application form and a covering letter to [email protected].

Please email your application to the address above. Applications that do not come through by email to the above address will not be considered.

Applicants must already hold the right to live and work in the United Kingdom, and be able to obtain and maintain a New Zealand security clearance.  

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

Applications close on Friday 10 June 2022. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.