Manager, Communications Delivery | Wellington City

Job Description

Manager, Communications Delivery

24 month Fixed Term, Full Time

Wellington CBD

 Te Au Reka - Improving access to justice for all New Zealanders

Te Au Reka represents the opportunity of a lifetime, making a profound difference to those who work in and interact with our courts and tribunals. We are seeking to modernise the administration of justice by replacing highly manual, time-consuming, paper-based process with a new digital case management solution transforming the way people access and experience justice in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Te Au Reka is a large, complex and unique programme spanning the courts and tribunals of New Zealand. In delivering Te Au Reka, we are seeking to build the Ministry's capability to deliver complex programmes of change. Working on Te Au Reka will give you the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience, while developing new ways of working. We are building a team who are highly collaborative, inquisitive and adaptable. Te Au Reka is a game-changer and we care deeply about making it a success.

This is your opportunity to shape how one of the Ministry's most significant programmes communicates its goals, progress, and impact—helping create a justice system that works better for everyone.

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

The Manager, Communications Delivery plays a critical role in leading clear, consistent, and engaging communications that support the successful delivery and adoption of Te Au Reka. The role ensures that people across the Ministry of Justice, Judiciary and other key stakeholders understand why change is occurring, how it affects them and how they can participate.

As part of the Change and Engagement team and working closely with the Te Au Reka Leadership Team, the Manager provides both strategic and hands-on expertise to build confidence, readiness and commitment to the future way of working in the courts.

The Manager leads a small team of communications professionals, providing strategic oversight and practical leadership to ensure high-quality, timely, and impactful communication products. This includes internal and external communications, engagement materials, and supporting collateral. The Manager will ensure the team has the capability, tools, and processes to deliver effectively.

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in communications leadership, ideally within complex change environments.
• Strong people leadership capability and the ability to build a high‑performing communications function.
• The ability to handle a fast-paced environment, where priorities can change at a moment's notice.
• The ability to translate strategy into communication that resonates across diverse audiences.
• An understanding of Te Ao Māori, Te Reo Māori me onā tikanga.
• In-depth knowledge of our Court and Tribunal environments and an understanding of the opportunities that Te Au Reka will bring.
• A willingness to be a team player and to contribute to delivering Programme outcomes of a high standard.
• A passion for storytelling, engagement, and helping people understand why change matters and how to be part of it.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 22 days holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

Salary Range: The appointing salary for this role is between $149,972 and $206,570 based on skills and experience.

 
Tono mai/How to Apply

For more information click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers website. You will be able to view the detailed position description and apply for this role by completing the online application form to submit your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 16 March 2026, however we will be reviewing CV's as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

 If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz