Manager - Communications and Marketing

2 days ago


Geelong, Australia The Gordon Full time

Management Contract
- Full Time Ongoing
- For further details contact Peter McKinnon on 0403 168 917

The Gordon is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Communications and Marketing Manager. In this position, you will lead a talented team in crafting and executing strategic communication and marketing initiatives that enhance The Gordon’s brand in vocation education and training within the community.

Your responsibilities include guiding the team to effectively convey The Gordon’s vision and priorities through various channels, such as the website, social media platforms, and traditional media outlets. Additionally, you will offer direction to internal and external stakeholders on communication strategies, collaborating closely with the CEO and Executive team to provide expert counsel.

As a people leader, you will engage and inspire your team, creating a high performing culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.

**Employment opportunity **Full time Ongoing

**Salary **Management Contract
- Superannuation is paid at the current superannuation guarantee rate_.

**Why work with The Gordon?**
The Gordon, one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria, is a dynamic and inclusive organisation. When you join us, you will be joining a thriving community that is supportive, collaborative and passionate about education. Your contributions will shape the future of education and empower students to reach their full potential.

As an employee of The Gordon, you will have access to:

- Work/life balance
- Career growth
- Professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free (early bird) staff parking and close to public transport
- The Culinary Collective, our own cafeteria, The Social Café and The Davidson Restaurant

**We are the Gordon** | **We bring our best** | **We create the future** | **We are student minded***
As a values-driven organisation, The Gordon encourages employee celebration with a dynamic Values Recognition initiative. This program empowers team members to highlight each other's outstanding contributions, offering timely and impactful feedback that resonates throughout the year.

Our people thrive in a diverse and vibrant environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe. We provide a workplace of equal opportunity, accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, where everyone has the right to be themselves and, where our diversity is a catalyst for the experiences of our community.

The Gordon is dedicated to the safety and welfare of all children and young people and prides itself on being a Child Safe organisation and aligns with the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.

**Why consider relocating to Geelong?**
Nestled alongside a beautiful coastline and on the threshold of the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast, Geelong offers an ideal setting for achieving a harmonious work-life balance. Whether you’re searching for an inner city, coastal, suburban or rural home, Geelong has various housing options to suit your preferences.

Boasting a lively events calendar, recreational opportunities for the sports enthusiasts and leisure seekers alike, Geelong consistently delivers a diverse range of events rich in arts, music, sports, and culture. These experiences are complemented by a variety of dining establishments, ranging from cozy cafes to upscale restaurants with great meals to savour.

Geelong provides the perfect synergy between your professional endeavours and personal pursuits while enjoying a vibrant tapestry of events and dining experiences.

**Enquiries**:

- Job specific_: Peter McKinnon on 0403 168 917
- Application process_: Careers & Talent on +61 3 5225 0870

**Application requirements**:
This position requires a current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check, and a National Police check.

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