Marketing & Events Officer - Kingston State College

_About the Department:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.

About Kingston State College:
Our College's motto is Progress with Pride which means that all members of the Kingston State College community will Progress with Pride towards their personal best. We have promoted and sustained a school culture based on the values of Commitment, Courtesy, Cooperation and Common sense. We pride ourselves on 'Nothing left to Chance' ensuring our graduates continue to be successful in their transition from school to employment, traineeships, apprenticeships and further education and training.

About the role:
As the Marketing and Events Officer you will assist in the development of innovative marketing and communication strategies and the coordination of special events for the school.

Responsibilities include:
Coordinate school special events including Awards night, Anzac Day, Graduation ceremonies, Open Day, Study Tours and enrolment information, including consulting with key internal and external stakeholders to plan and deliver creative strategies for these events.
Coordinate the production of all school publications and promotional material along with the school newsletter and maintain content for the school's website to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
Develop and maintain a proactive and consistent online and social media presence to promote the school and to communicate responsively with the wider community.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with staff and external clients to ensure the success of school marketing and events, and the promotion of the school as a key priority.
Assist in the development of promotional material, including marketing strategies and initiatives, and develop innovative marketing systems, processes and procedures.
Provide input into the production and review of the school marketing plan and budget in consultation with the Principal/Executive Principal and Business Manager.
Promote the school by providing innovative pre-approved (by Principal/Executive Principal or Business Manager) good news stories to the media and local community.
Develop and maintain a proactive and consistent online and social media presence to promote the school and to communicate responsively with the wider community.
Develop and coordinate partnerships with key external stakeholders, including Alumni members, local media and local Industry Partners and develop networks to enhance the current position of the school.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

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