Kaitohutohu Rautaki Kōrero | Communications Advisor

About us

Normalising and revitalising te reo Māori is what Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori (Te Taura Whiri), the Māori Language Commission does.

About the Roles

We have two roles available in our communications and promotions team - Te Toko Reo. As the voice of Te Taura Whiri, the team takes a lead role in promoting te reo Māori as a living language on a variety of digital platforms, through events and in relationships with a range of groups.

Communications Advisor

The Communications Advisor supports across Te Toko Reo on the delivery of internal and external communications, media, digital content, and events whether it is planning and delivery, data and insights or evaluation – we are a full-service team.

This role would suit someone who has started their communications career, has enough experience to do a range of communications functions and is comfortable working in a reo Māori environment.
Position description (to be loaded Monday 8th)

About You

We are looking for people who:

• take pride in their work and have attention to detail

• enjoy creativity and have initiative

• can work to deadlines on quality, accurate communications

• be able to work outside of normal working hours, especially during Te Wiki o te Reo Māori

• enjoy being part of a team focused on an exciting kaupapa

Speaking and writing in te reo Māori is preferred for both roles – you do not have to be an expert or fluent level but being on your reo Māori journey is important.

What we offer

• A kaupapa Māori-based work environment that is a safe space for you to use and expand your reo Māori.

• We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
  

Salary band between $75,000 - $95,000 depending on experience plus Kiwisaver and te reo Māori allowance based on Level Finder Examination.

You must have a legal right to work in New Zealand

To apply for this role, please go to our website Kaitohutohu Rautaki Kōrero | Communications Advisor - Wellington

For more information, please email vacancy@tetaurawhiri.govt.nz

Applications close midnight, 21 June 2026