Social Media & Content Advisor

• Drive engaging digital storytelling
• Create content that connects with our community
• Flexible working options and wellbeing benefits

About The Role

Are you a social media superstar with a knack for creating engaging content that captures attention and sparks conversation?

We're looking for a talented and experienced social media & Content Advisor to join our Corporate Communications Team on a full-time, permanent basis.

In this role, you'll lead Hutt City Council's social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn, creating compelling content that informs, inspires and builds trust with our community. You'll work across a wide range of topics, collaborating with teams throughout Council to tell authentic stories, promote key initiatives, and help bring our city's vision to life.

No two days are the same. One day you could be creating video content for a community event, the next analysing social media trends, advising on social media strategy and policy, mentoring others who use social media across Council, developing campaign content, or responding to emerging issues online.

You'll Make An Impact By

• Developing and delivering social media strategies that strengthen Council's online presence and community engagement.
• Creating engaging content across a variety of channels, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
• Producing high-quality written, visual and multimedia content that aligns with Council's brand and voice.
• Building meaningful online connections by engaging with our community and responding to enquiries.
• Monitoring performance and using insights and analytics to continually improve content and engagement.
• Supporting the management of online issues, misinformation and reputational risks through proactive monitoring and response.
• Supporting and mentoring other Council teams who use social media on the use guidelines and brand

About You

You'll be an experienced creative storyteller who understands how to connect with different audiences and create content that resonates.

To Be Successful In This Role, You'll

• Have proven experience managing various social media channels and creating engaging digital content.
• Be confident developing content across a range of formats, including written, visual and video.
• Have strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences and platforms.
• Be up to date with emerging social media trends, tools and best practice.
• Have experience using social media management and analytics platforms to measure success and optimise performance.
• Enjoy building relationships and collaborating with people across a large organisation.
• Bring creativity, initiative and sound judgement when navigating complex or sensitive issues.
• Have a strong understanding of social media audiences and nuances.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to embedding te ao Māori perspectives in your work.

A qualification in communications, marketing or a related field is preferred, and experience in local government or the public sector would be an advantage.

At Hutt City Council, our vision is to ensure our city and all of its people thrive. We're working alongside our communities to shape the future of Te Awakairangi, and we want you to be part of that journey.

As part of our Corporate Communications Team, you'll have the opportunity to help tell the stories that matter, connect people with the work we do, and contribute to positive outcomes for our communities.

What We Offer

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Free access to Hutt City Council pools
• Discounted memberships and insurance premiums
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

Applications close at 11.55pm on Thursday 2 July 2026

Please note we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.