This candidate is a seasoned communications leader with over ten years of experience spanning both public and private sectors. In their current role as Senior Communications Advisor for a prominent Australasian company, they have amassed over five years of tenure, successfully navigating a merger transition.

Their responsibilities encompass reactive communications related to reputation and crisis management, alongside serving as the primary liaison for media relations in NZ. Moreover, they drive PR and proactive communications initiatives through adept storytelling, content creation, media pitching, and campaign orchestration. Additionally, they prioritise stakeholder relations through engagement with industry bodies, government entities, and local communities. The past year has seen them heavily involved in crisis management, particularly due to multiple severe weather events. Before this role, they spent five years as Communications Lead within a local council, where they spearheaded communications for regional events, environmental services, and sustainability efforts. Their responsibilities once again included a blend of proactive and reactive communications, coupled with stakeholder management and marketing initiatives. With a wealth of experience in communications, media, and stakeholder management, coupled with their adaptive abilities to tailor messages for diverse audiences, this candidate stands out as an excellent fit for any senior communications role. This candidate is now working with Campfire to find a new role.