Manager Marketing & Communications - Cairns Regional Council - GovernmentCareer - Local

First listed on: 08 October 2021

Manager Marketing & Communications

  • Key Leadership Role | Excellent Opportunity for a Marketing & Communications Professional
  • World Renown Natural Environment
  • Attractive Salary + Relocation Assistance

Looking for a tree change? Come and live, work and play in one of the most spectacular parts of Australia and enjoy the lifestyle and benefits that come with it! 

For Cairns Regional Council, the community is at the core of everything that we do. We are one of the largest employers in the Cairns region employing approximately 1250 staff and as the Cairns region continues to grow and evolve, we continue to work hard to address the challenges of population growth, climate change, environmental management, economic development and social well-being. We will strive to create a sustainable, secure and vibrant future for our community. With well-developed transport, extensive health and education services and a high standard of living, affordable housing and surrounded by the lush pristine World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest and with the Great Barrier Reef at our doorstep Cairns is definitely the place to be. 

About the role: 

Opportunity is now calling for you to join our team and enhance your career in Local Government. 

An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a high performing, suitability qualified and highly experienced marketing professional to join our team in this key leadership role as our Marketing & Communications Manager. 

Reporting to the General Manager Human Resources & Organisational Change, the purpose of this position is to lead and manage the Marketing & Communications team to deliver effective media, marketing and communication strategies to promote Council’s brand, services and business objectives to both internal and external stakeholders. 

About you: 

To be successful in this role you will require a high level of knowledge and experience in marketing and communications at a senior executive level. You will also be a natural leader who is a creative, innovative thinker and very well versed in all aspects of media, corporate communications, community engagement and event management. You will have the ability to multi-task, work confidently under pressure and manage tight deadlines. 

Your communication and interpersonal skills will be second to none, including your ability use tact, diplomacy whilst building and maintaining strong working relationships with a diverse range of clients. You will also look to bring exiting creative ways to engage, educate our community through clever content and campaigns. A firm understanding of Local Government, the framework under which it operates and issues the industry faces will also be highly regarded.

Applicants must have a tertiary qualification in Marketing and/or Communications or equivalent qualification. 

If you enjoy a real challenge and have a passion for the community and working for Local Government, then this is an opportunity not to be missed. 

How to apply: 

For a full listing of the key duties & responsibilities and full selection criteria please download a copy of the information kit from our website at: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

Please include the following documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Current copy of your Resume 

Enquiries: Cairns Regional Council Recruitment Team

Phone: (07) 4044 3310. 

Applications Close: Monday, 25 October 2021