Public Relations & Corporate Affairs (Marketing & Communications)The United States of America Consulate General in Auckland invites applications from all interested candidates for the full-time position of Cultural Affairs Coordinator.Under the supervision of the Public Engagement Specialist in Auckland, the incumbent will coordinate U.S. Mission Public Diplomacy (PD) outreach to Emerging Voices (EV) audiences. As national lead for EV Pacific diaspora and/or Maori audiences in New Zealand, the incumbent will produce targeted activities related to U.S. policy goals in New Zealand. Coordinates outreach to EV audiences with a focus on innovation, film, television, literature, and other creative industries. Designs, develops, and implements plans and oversees a range of outreach activities in support of U.S. Mission goals. This role will require travel throughout New Zealand.To be successful in the role you will have:University degree in, Communications, International Relations, Marketing, Maori and/or Pacific Studies or local equivalentA minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a multicultural, multinational, government or private sector work environment with marketing, public relations, communication, or education duties as a significant part of the job is required.A thorough understanding of the attitudes and preferences of the EV audience sector in New Zealand, including the regional, ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic factors and the religious and education institutions that shape those attitudes, is required.Knowledge of typical customer service and marketing tools designed to engage specific audience segments, particularly the EV sector, in New Zealand is required.Knowledge of te reo Maori is preferred.Strong presentation and writing abilities and exceptional customer service skills.Ability to develop and maintain key contacts within relevant cultural sectors, institutions and organizations.The salary range for this position is NZD $82,652-111,573per annum (actual starting salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equities). Employees of the U.S. Embassy receive competitive benefits e.g. both U.S. and New Zealand Holidays - a total of 20 days, 8.7% contribution by the employer to an employee's retirement, performance based increases and much more!A copy of the full job description is available on our website under the job listing. If you meet all the eligibility criteria for this role, please submit your application using our online portal: https://nz.usembassy.gov/job-opportunities/Please DO NOT submit through Seek.Applications sent via email will not be accepted. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]Diversity and inclusion are vital to the U.S. Mission in New Zealand/Aotearoa, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.All employees of the U.S. Government are required to complete full medical and security background checks. The U.S. Government is not able to sponsor a work visa for applicants who do not already have work authorization for New Zealand.Applications close on 15 April 2024 at midnight.Note : Only short-listed applicants will be contacted regarding the next phase of the selection process. To those applicants not short listed, we extend our appreciation for considering the U.S. Government as a potential employer.Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
