Marketing Assistant

Do you enjoy the variety and the buzz of working in the marketing space. this could be the role you are looking for.
- Crusaders is a Bible-based, interdenominational Christian youth organisation whose mission is to help the students of the independent schools of Australia to know and follow Jesus. We seek to expose students to the gospel, win them to Christ, disciple them in their faith and train them for a lifetime of service. This ministry is underpinned by the operation of Conference and Recreation Centres at Galston and Lake Macquarie where students and campers can enjoy a fantastic camp experience while at the same time growing in their faith._

Based at our Eastwood Office, we have a wonderful opportunity for a Marketing Assistant to join the Communications Team to make a difference to CRU’s ministry. You will have lots of variety and the opportunity to be involved in various tasks.

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
The Marketing Assistant will support the Associate Communications Director with the implementation of marketing projects and plans aimed at driving brand awareness, appeal and growth:

- Progress agreed on marketing activities that meet or exceed organisational growth targets and business plan goals for CRU brands & divisions including CRU Educational Camps, CRU Holiday Camps, CRU Lake Mac, CRU Galston Gorge and Schools Ministry.
- Project manage tactical promotional plans (including briefing, design, development, sign-offs, production and distribution) on time and within budget, with effective use of team project management tool (Click-Up/Asana).
- Development & implementation of social media good news stories across various CRU brands to drive brand awareness and loyalty.
- Manage quotes and communication on selected projects in conjunction with any external suppliers and freelancers.
- Processing of invoices, tracking of actuals and estimates and recording in monthly P&L.
- Writing proposal, plans post analysis and reporting in conjunction with Associate Communications Director.

**ESSENTIAL POSITION CRITERIA**:

- Strong and growing personal faith, evidenced by godly character, church and ministry involvement
- A passion for evangelism, especially for children and youth
- Ability to work independently and in consultation with key people within CRU
- Computer literacy and experience with the Microsoft Office suite along with the confidence to learn other programs
- Full agreement with CRU’s Basis of Belief and its practical outworkings
- A current driver’s license
- Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain one)

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you

**What next?**
- Download the full position description with selection criteria here: Marketing Assistant