Marketing and Events Officer

Position: Marketing and Events Officer
Commencing Date: Monday, 18 July 2022
Tenure: Term Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $29.80 - $31.07 per hour pending experience
Closing Date: Monday, 18 July 2022 unless filled prior

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan was established in 1979 and has as its foundational story the well-known "Journey to Emmaus" from the Gospel of Luke. The theme of "journey" is one that is embraced by the college and is a fine metaphor for portraying the growth that all people experience in developing their spirituality, intellect, physical and social capabilities and wisdom.
Although the college is relatively young, it has an enviable reputation for providing an education which results in graduates who are well rounded young people. Academic excellence is sought and achieved, yet there is a broad education provided so that all who seek our values find a suitable pathway to attaining their goals.

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos.  We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

About the role

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan is seeking an experienced and dedicated Marketing and Events Officer to commence on Monday, 18 July 2022. This is a Term Time, Permanent position.

The Marketing and Events Officer, under the direction of the Business Manager, provides high level support to the College Leadership Team, demonstrating a degree of self-initiative, flexibility and dependability. This support includes liaison with students, staff and key stakeholders, developing written and multimedia content and providing support to college event planning.

The Marketing and Events Officer will be required to be a point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and students to the College. The incumbent will present a professional image and create a welcoming, warm and positive impression.

Key Accountabilities

The Marketing and Events Officer will represent Ryan Catholic College in a professional, warm, friendly and efficient manner. Duties include:

• Working in collaboration with college staff and in accordance with the college marketing plan, develop quality marketing materials. These include: website, social media management, digital, publications, advertising resources and signage that comply with organisational branding
• Work with the Townsville Catholic Education Office Marketing and Communications Team to proactively seek opportunities to promote the college and support enrolment strategies
• Plan, manage and organise college events, such as expos, liturgies, award ceremonies, parent events, alumni events, assemblies, etc. with direction from the College Leadership Team
• Prepare publications for students, staff and parents such as infographics, pamphlets, flyers, posters and handbooks within Ryan Catholic College brand guidelines
• Assist with audio visual requirements at college events
• Develop a positive relationship/network with key media, agencies and suppliers to create media opportunities
• Perform administration duties as required
• Other duties as directed by the Business Manager and College Leadership Team.

Mandatory Criteria

• Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government
• Qualification at certificate level or equivalent knowledge and experience relevant to the position
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner
  
  

Desirable Criteria

• Recent administration experience in a school or other environment.

Some employees may be subject to pre-employment medical assessments during the selection process. Depending on the nature of the position, it may be necessary for successful applicants to be immunised against certain preventable diseases in order to minimise the risk of transmission.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary Range: $29.80 - $31.07 per hour pending experience
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary 
• Modern facilities, equipment and resources
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Access to corporate health schemes
• Induction processes and professional learning programs
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives.

How to apply

• Complete the application form
• Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
• Upload a current resume including contact details (email) of at least two professional referees

For more information, please refer to the Position Description.

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. 

Applications close 3pm Monday, 18 July 2022 unless filled prior. 

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