Hours: 30 hours per week – flexible

About us
Te Rau Herenga o Aotearoa, the Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa (LIANZA), is the national membership body supporting library and information professionals. We’re a small, passionate team dedicated to strengthening sector capability across Aotearoa.

LIANZA works:

• To be a strong voice driving the future of the library and information sector in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• To facilitate an engaged and connected community of library and information professionals.
• To support and empower library and information professionals in their career development.

About the Role
The Communications and Marketing Lead is responsible for leading and delivering LIANZA’s communications, marketing, and advocacy communications activity. The role ensures LIANZA’s work, initiatives, and the value of library and information professionals are visible and well understood by members, stakeholders, government, and the wider community.

The position develops and delivers communications strategies, publications, campaigns, and digital channels that engage members, support advocacy, strengthen partnerships, and raise awareness of the library and information sector.

Please read the: Job description here
Key skills include:

• Experience working with digital communication platforms and content management tools.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver communication strategies and campaigns.
• Ability to analyse engagement and communication performance.
• Ability to support advocacy initiatives and develop communications that promote sector issues and influence decision makers.
• Proven experience in providing media advice and support

This role is remote, and you’ll be supported by a small, friendly team currently based across the country.

About You
While a background in libraries, the information sector or the not-for-profit sector is a bonus, we’re most interested in your ability to deliver effective communications, marketing, and advocacy support.

All LIANZA staff are expected to understand, respect, and apply Te Tiriti o Waitangi in their everyday work.

Ready to make your mark in a meaningful role?
Apply now and help us grow the capability of Aotearoa’s library and information sector.

Application process
Please apply with your CV and a cover letter identifying where your skills and previous experiences match those in the job requirements.

Applications close 10 April 2026. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed before the closing date.

Submit the above to officeadmin@lianza.org.nz

For further information contact Laura Marshall: Executivedirector@lianza.org.nz

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.