Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity
Annouschka Martinsen is an experienced professional with a robust background in governance, executive support, and program management. Currently serving as the Executive and Governance Support Manager at Next Generation Critical Communications since September 2021, Annouschka has held significant roles at various organizations, including as an Operational Advisor at ACC New Zealand and PMO Lead at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. A founder of Celebrate Me Limited, Annouschka has developed expertise in digital marketing and stakeholder management. Educationally, Annouschka holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Commercial Law and Management, multiple postgraduate qualifications in Change Management, and diplomas in Digital and Social Media Marketing.
This person is not in any teams
Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity
The Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity (NGCC), Poutama Whai Tikanga Pāpāho, is the government’s leading advisor on critical communications for public safety in New Zealand. Established in 2020, the NGCC Lead Entity supports healthier, safer and more connected communities throughout New Zealand. We work with agencies and companies on programmes to enhance public safety operations through sharing innovation, developing capability and leading the implementation of change. Our team of critical communications experts and corporate professionals is responsible for the Public Safety Network Te Kupenga Marutau (PSN), one of government’s largest infrastructure initiatives. The PSN will begin to deliver modern, secure digital communications from 2023 through a new national radio network, cellular services and personal alerting for Hato Hone St John, Fire and Emergency NZ, Wellington Free Ambulance and Police.