Marketing and Communications Officer

Marketing and Communications Officer

Ko wai mātou Who are we

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 1, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between ,-,) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.

Te āheinga The opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and creative Marketing and Communications Officer to join our award-winning Customer and Communications Team. This role is key to the efficient and effective promotion of our events and venues, including the iconic Bowl of Brooklands, Yarrow Stadium, TSB Showplace, TSB Stadium, Todd Energy Aquatic Centre and Community Pools, and other NPDC business units as required.

Tino takohanga Key responsibilities

Work closely alongside and build strong relationships with New Plymouth District Council teams, venue hirers and ticketing agencies.

Liaise with venue hirers and ticketing agencies for marketing and promotion of ticketed events from announcement until event date.

Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation.

Core responsibilities will include:

Working with Marketing and Communications Advisers to develop marketing, communication and promotional plans for venues, events and clients.

Requesting assets for venue marketing.

Publishing event details on NPDC websites, social media pages and gig guides.

Creating and sending EDMs including announcements / pre-sales / on sale / pre-event / post event surveys / venue updates / event specific emails.

Working with designers to produce venue print brochures and ensuring design work meets our brand guidelines.

Organising distribution of collateral (brochures, leaflets, posters, pull up banners).

Maintaining digi-screens at venues.

Managing and growing data and subscriber lists.

Requesting/downloading and circulating event reports.

Support & financial tasks such as raising Purchase Orders and invoicing.

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako Essential skills and experience

Tertiary qualification in a relevant marketing communications discipline or on-the job training of more than three years in a marketing and communications role.

Strong understanding of current marketing principles.

Demonstrated experience of relationship management.

Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability the relate to a wide range of people across different audiences and channels.

Experience of digital marketing platforms – websites and EDM (Mailchimp or equivalent).

Basic design skills would be an advantage.

He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki?

With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it’s easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions’ dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live! 

Ōu mātou rourou What we offer

At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.

You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $, - $,.

We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition.

If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Applications close Friday th July 4