Head of Communications - Auckland
Greenpeace is an independent global campaigning organisation which uses creative confrontation to protect Earth’s ability to nurture life in all its diversity. Joining Greenpeace puts you at the centre of the fight for the environment against big polluters and climate change.
Make a difference in the world: Learn, lead and grow while you use your talents and creativity to save the planet. The office culture at Greenpeace Aotearoa is guided by our mission, values, and commitment to environmental activism. The team is passionate about defending our natural world and creating positive change. The office is vibrant, with a collective family feel, and staff have opportunities to be involved in local activism as well as the global Greenpeace network.
We recognise and value the benefits and strengths that diversity brings to our employees and the whole organisation, and we thrive in an environment that encourages respect and trust.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The role of Head of Communications & Engagement sits at the heart of Greenpeace Aotearoa’s work. It leads our organisation-wide communications and public engagement strategy and delivery. This pivotal leadership role shapes how we tell our stories, build relationships with supporters, and engage the public in our campaigns for a greener, fairer world. You’ll lead a skilled and creative team, driving integrated strategies across media, digital, content, and supporter engagement and mobilisation. You'll ensure our voice is bold, authentic, and inclusive, reaching audiences across Aotearoa and beyond to inspire action. While there is a strong leadership and management component of this role, you’ll need to be able to get stuck in with delivery.
This is a unique opportunity to join Greenpeace Aotearoa in a 12 months fixed term contract to provide cover for our long-standing head of communications & engagement while they are away on secondment. It’s an opportunity to learn from our team, while leaving your mark on the work of Greenpeace Aotearoa.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading strategic, multi-channel communications and engagement strategies
Managing a high-performing team and cross-functional collaboration
Overseeing media output and relations, narrative development and crisis comms
Driving digital engagement, including social, email, SEO, petitions, and supporter journeys
Championing Te Tiriti o Waitangi through our communications
Keeping a pulse on current events, campaign issues and responsive opportunities
ABOUT YOU
You’re a creative, dynamic communicator and an inclusive leader who thrives in fast-paced, purpose-driven environments. You’ve had experience working in campaigning or advocacy organisations delivering values-based communications to create change. Whether you're writing a compelling campaign message, mentoring your team, or coordinating across departments. You bring vision, creativity and are happy to get stuck in with delivering the work when needed.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
At least 5 years experience in progressive communications roles, with management and leadership experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organisation.
Demonstrated success in elevating a nonprofit brand and advancing strategic initiatives through communications.
Relevant tertiary qualification would be useful but not required.
Proficiency in te reo Māori and experience partnering with Māori stakeholders would be advantageous
Still got questions?
If you’re wondering if this is the right role for you, we invite you to book a 15 minute Q&A session with the hiring manager. Come along and ask any questions of clarification around the role or working at Greenpeace. These sessions will take place on the morning of Wednesday 25th June. As spaces are limited we encourage you to request a session as soon as possible by emailing: jobs.nz@greenpeace.org
SALARY & BENEFITS
Zero excess health insurance plan (eligibility criteria apply for visa holders)
Workride, ride to work benefit program
Flexible working hours & hybrid work arrangement
Sustainable commuting allowance
4 wellbeing days & Birthday leave
Long service leave
EAP for professional and personal support
Pet friendly office
Topped up parental leave and contribution to childcare costs for returning parents
Learning and development programme
All staff training at least twice per year based on engagement feedback
Access to the Greenpeace global network and skill shares
When you work for Greenpeace Aotearoa, you join a global network of people fighting to protect the environment for future generations to come.
This is a 12 month fixed-term, full-time position (37.5hrs per week) based in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Our salaries are competitive within the not-for-profit sector and the range for this role is $110,000 - $120,000. A competitive signing bonus will be offered to the successful candidate as part of the overall compensation package.
The closing date for applications is 13 July 2025, please note this recruitment process may close early so if you are interested we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Greenpeace is an equal opportunity employer with a longstanding commitment of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic and would like to invite you especially to apply!
