Business Marketing and Communication Partner

**Are you prepared to elevate your career to new heights?**

**Look no further In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in creating business growth and activation within our city through the implementation of cutting-edge engagement strategies. Utilising a diverse range of media channels, you will shine a spotlight the renowned Shedley Theatre, the Stretton Centre, our business and industry growth programs and also crafting compelling narratives about our local businesses. Through this work, you will actively contribute to shaping the future of our city, fostering connections, and creating opportunities that resonate within our community.**

**How would you like to work in an environment where you’re encouraged to bring your whole** **self to the workplace and be responsible for the decisions you make?** **Come and work for a company that believes everyone should have a reason to smile.**

As one of the fastest growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford is focused on building sustainable foundations and places the community at the heart of everything we do. With our urban centre as the CBD of Northern Adelaide, our city is enriched by growing and diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural and hills townships and horticultural lands.

The work that we do and the decisions that we make are in the best interests of the whole and contribute to a sustainable organisational future. Modelling open decision making, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where employees feel engaged and connected to the work of the organisation, to each other, and the community.

**About the Role...**

We are seeking an energetic Business Marketing & Communications Partner with a ‘can do’ attitude who will play a key role in the planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting of the Stretton Centre, and Civic Venues team marketing strategies and programs with a focus on increasing awareness, driving revenue, maximising space to achieve budget targets and developing and sharing positive business stories in creative ways.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing communication strategies that enhance employee engagement, align with organisational objectives, and strengthen our corporate culture. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to create a unified and transparent communication approach that empowers employees at all levels.

**About You...**

People are at the heart of everything you do - your team, your internal and external customers, and your community. You are passionate about contributing to an Organisation which provides information, services and infrastructure that supports a growing and thriving Playford community.

The successful applicant will be tertiary qualified in a related field such as Marketing, Communications or Public Relations or have demonstrated extensive equivalent experience.

In addition, you will possess:

- Demonstrated ability to translate complex briefs into engaging campaigns that resonate with the community.
- Demonstrated experience in developing effective marketing plans, campaigns, strategies, and programs.
- Excellent understanding and demonstrated ability of using marketing tools and techniques, effectively including leveraging events, to increase the visibility, profile, and reputation of an organisation.
- Proven experience in driving brand impact and influence.
- Excellent project management skills and demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects on time and to budget expectations.
- Experience in preparing engaging written word for a variety of media formats.

**The Playford Employee Experience...**

It's important to us that you are the right fit to join our team, but it's just as important that Playford is the right place for you. Our team work hard together, but also celebrate together, learn together and support each other. We have a commitment to work/life balance through flexible working conditions and we remain focused on providing a high level of service and positive experience for our customers and stakeholders.

You will also get access to employee benefits, some of them are:

- Excellent leave entitlements.
- Attractive salary and benefits including salary packaging, income protection, free onsite parking and a strong health & wellbeing focus including corporate discount on health cover and gym memberships & free employee assistance program.
- Ongoing professional development supported by study assistance and secondment opportunities.

Incumbents in this position may be required to possess or be willing to gain a National Criminal History Clearance or DCSI Clearance.

**More information...**

If you hold an interest in the position and would like further information, please contact **Tom Madigan Senior Manager - Business & Activation** on **(08) 8256 0530.**

**How to apply