Senior Marketing Advisor

• Help achieve long-term, sustainable behaviour change to improve road safety in New Zealand
• Lead impactful social marketing campaigns to address the biggest contributors to trauma on our roads
• Be part of a high-performing team who achieve targets, win awards, and are always striving to do better
• Full-time, permanent role, based in Wellington

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We're looking for a Senior Marketing Advisor to join our Marketing and Content team at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

You’ll work as part of a team whose role is to engage people in road safety through best practice social marketing to achieve long-term, sustainable behaviour change.

In this role you’ll manage a portfolio of marketing campaigns to tackle issues that are contributing to trauma on New Zealand’s roads. You’ll also deliver marketing support for other Government and NZTA priorities.

This is an opportunity to lead evidence-based marketing campaigns that make a real difference. You’ll work collaboratively with internal specialists, external agencies, central and local government partners, to lead integrated campaigns from research through to evaluation. You'll provide trusted marketing advice, develop compelling content, monitor performance, identify opportunities for innovation, and continuously improve campaign effectiveness.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $112,000 and $135,000 commensurate with skills and experience.

Position Description can be viewed here.

Ō Pūmanawa | What we're looking for

Our ideal candidate will bring some or all of the following knowledge, experience and skills.

• Experience in the marketing or communications sectors delivering behaviour change campaigns and initiatives. (Social marketing experience is an advantage but not essential).
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to juggle priorities and manage multiple campaigns at different stages of their lifecycle.
• Experience in managing external partners to deliver marketing campaigns (e.g. creative, media, and research agencies).
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and an ability to interact with a wide range of people at all levels both internally and externally to build strong relationships.
• Excellent collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to seek input and ideas to inform approaches and work effectively with others to deliver initiatives.
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently including verbal and written communication and when presenting to groups.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to make sense of complex data, research, and information from different sources to inform a cohesive approach.
• Excellent initiative and self-leadership to drive performance and continuous improvement in our approach.
• Positive attitude and ability to adapt when circumstances change and to find ways to deliver through challenges.
• Experience managing a budget.

Mō mātou | About Us

At NZTA, we're creating a land transport system that connects people, products, and places for a thriving Aotearoa. Engagement and Partnerships, Te Waka Kōtuia helps navigate this journey by building trusted relationships, telling compelling stories, and supporting meaningful change across New Zealand. Our Marketing and Content team plays a strategic role in growing public understanding, motivation, and support for safer journeys and stronger transport outcomes.

He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mātou? | So, why join us?

Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. We're searching for candidates who share our passion for people, communities, and the environment – and who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.

At NZTA, you'll be part of an organisation where different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here – valued, respected and empowered to bring your whole self to work.

From five weeks annual leave through to Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for our permanent employees, you'll be well looked after here. Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy, healthy and high-performing environment, while offering opportunities to learn, grow and build a rewarding career.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

We will be looking to interview short-listed candidates during the weeks of 20 and 27 July.

Rā Katinga | Applications close

19 July 2026

For further information, email: ***email_hidden***

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.