An opportunity exists for an experienced marketing professional to join Canberra Convention Bureau and be part of a friendly and dynamic team responsible for promoting Canberra as a leading business events destination.
The Head of Marketing is responsible for managing all marketing, advertising, sponsorship, events, and membership relationships for Canberra Convention Bureau.
This is a leadership role in the business reporting directly to the CEO.
The role involves positioning the capital as a leading destination for domestic and international business events.
This is done through overseeing delivery of all marketing, communications and event activity, as well as engagement and retention activities with Bureau members.
Applicants will be excellent communicators, understand what sets Canberra apart and be able to manage competing priorities and be proactive in building and maintaining strong relationships with members and industry stakeholders.
You will work well as part of a small and dynamic team responsible for showcasing Canberra as a leading business events destination.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:
At least 5 years of experience in a marketing and/or communications role
Ability to lead and motivate a small team including setting targets and mentoring staff
Excellent verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail
Proven ability to build and nurture stakeholder relationships for mutually beneficial outcomes
Demonstrated understanding of event management and delivery
Strong experience using multiple social media and digital marketing platforms
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects to deadlines
Ability to manage external suppliers and marketing budgets
Demonstrated time management skills
An understanding of business events and the role they play in contributing to tourism outcomes for ACT and region will be highly regarded
An understanding of membership based and not-for-profit associations
Must be eligible to work full-time in Australia
At Canberra Convention Bureau, we offer:
Supportive leadership team
Competitive remuneration package
Deakin-based office with free parking
Flexible working arrangements
Opportunity to work with Canberra tourism industry stakeholders
This is a full-time role.
Bureau hours are between 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday to Friday.
Some additional hours may be required outside of business hours on an occasional basis.
If interested in applying for this position, please provide a one-page cover letter along with your resume.
Position start date is anticipated for late January ****.
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Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a Head of Marketing?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have in a marketing role?
How would you rate your English language skills?
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