Senior Digital Content Advisor

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Auckland Emergency Management (AEM) team is looking for a Senior Advisor Digital Content to lead and elevate our digital content presence across online, social, and internal channels on a fixed term contract for 12 months.

This is a critical role designed to build trust, strengthen public information, awareness and engagement, and improve the performance of AEM’s digital channels. You will shape strategic digital approaches, support public education initiatives, and contribute to improving our region’s emergency readiness and resilience.

You could expect to work on:

•    Collaboratively shaping the development and delivery of AEM’s digital strategy.
•    Managing and optimising content for AEM’s website and social media channels.
•    Providing critical information via online channels during fast-paced emergency responses.
•    Delivering digital public awareness campaigns in collaboration with Council and NEMA across multiple channels.
•    Producing high‑quality digital content including intranet stories, e-newsletters, video and media materials.
•    Monitoring digital content performance to enhance engagement and user experience.

You can view a copy of the position description here 

He kōrero mōu: About you

This role requires depth of experience in digital content, strategy, and multi‑channel communications. You’ll bring expertise from working in large, complex environments and know how to integrate digital channels into organisation‑wide initiatives.

We are looking for experience in:

•    Implementing digital strategy and producing digital content which meets accessibility and standards guidelines.
•    Managing online platforms, social media channels, and content management systems.
•    Developing multi‑channel public awareness or education campaigns.
•    Optimising digital content performance including SEO, images, video, online forms and documents.
•    Writing and editing for online environments, including diverse audiences.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date: 12th March 2026

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.