The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.
We are seeking an experienced Communications and City Marketing Manager to join us! This role is responsible for the strategic coordination, management and delivery of all DCC's communications, marketing and web activities.
Work closely across Council with other departmental managers to provide communications and marketing advice and support, ensuring consistent and coordinated communications and marketing across the organisation.
The key responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to the following:
Work with the Executive Leadership Team, and the wider DCC team, to scope and develop a new Communications and Marketing Plan for the DCC that aligns with DCC strategic direction, that is inclusive and supportive of Te Ao Maori, and which ensures we communicate effectively with our diverse community.
Develop and implement a plan to build and manage relationships with local and national media and identify measures to monitor these relationships.
Provide strategic advice and guidance on the priorities for DCC marketing and all related aspects of DCC's marketing, branding and graphic design programme.
Provide leadership and direction to the Council Communications and Marketing team.
To be considered for this role, you will:
Have a relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing and/or Communications.
Understand the obligations of Local Government under the Treaty of Waitangi.
Have knowledge of Te Ao Maori (te reo Maori, Tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi).
Have a minimum of 5 years' management experience within Communications, preferably managing a team within a political or highly complex organisation.
Have demonstrated understanding of local government.
Have experience in budgeting, strategic planning and project implementation.
What we offer:
5 weeks annual leave.
A great team and creative environment.
Parental leave benefits, including paid partner's leave.
Check out our benefits page here for more information DCC careers | Benefits.
The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.
How to Apply:
If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.
You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.
Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.
Job Details
Reference #
5942
Posted on
15 Nov 2024
Closes on
01 Dec 2024 23:55
Location(s)
Civic Centre
Expertise
Communications & Marketing
Work type(s)
Permanent Full Time
Benefits
Salary/Compensation
Additional superannuation.
Career development
Secondment and promotion opportunities.
Work/Life balance
Five weeks annual leave, additional paid parental leave, wellbeing support.
Make a difference
Support our ambitious carbon zero goals.
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