Head of Marketing and Communications

Expand and share your knowledge, skills, and expertise by joining the Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AISNSW) as **Head of Marketing and Communications. **The role will develop and implement an effective Marketing and Communication strategy and play an influential role in building and maintaining AISNSW’s reputation and brand.

**OUR PURPOSE**
AISNSW is the peak body supporting and representing Independent schools in NSW and provides a range of services across NSW and ACT. We believe in the excellence and opportunities that come with choice, diversity and independence in education and aim to serve and champion Independent schools.

**PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITY**
The Head of Marketing and Communications will develop and implement an effective Marketing and Communication strategy for all AISNSW communication channels to consistently articulate AISNSW's purpose, what we stand for, and how we work.
The Head of Marketing and Communications will work closely with senior leaders in the organisation including the Head of Regulations, Community and Member Engagement and the Head of Media and Government Relations to market our services to member schools and to champion the Independent school sector as a whole by advocating on the issues important to them and communicating their value and contribution.

**ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- The Head of Marketing and Communication plays a crucial role in building and maintaining AISNSW's reputation and brand to ensure the success of the Association’s work in government-funded and corporate initiatives primarily providing high-quality services and professional learning to the Independent school sector.
- The role oversees the integration of the organisation's communication channels to deliver effective communication and measurable engagement with stakeholders from NSW and ACT Independent schools, Commonwealth and State governments,
education authorities, and the wider community.
- The position is also crucial to the current digital transformation project to move AISNSW to a new cloud-based CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), public website, membership portal, and event management portal. The Head of Marketing and Communications oversees a Marketing and Communications Team of six colleagues with responsibilities including marketing campaigns, digital content management and creation, website, CRM, graphic design, UX and UI design and social media.
- **THE CANDIDATE**
- You’re a dynamic and engaging people leader with significant communications and marketing experience developed in education, the not-for profit sector or like-minded organisations.
- You bring a track record of developing and leading marketing and communications strategies to achieve maximum impact and mentoring and motivating teams within a fast-paced work environment.
- Strong leadership and team management skills are essential, as is extensive experience in proactively managing reputational issues and mitigating risks. Proven experience in the Independent school sector would be advantageous.
- In addition, you will be adept at problem-solving under tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality work and sound strategic advice and have a willingness to provide flexible support, as needed, to ensure seamless operations and responsiveness in critical situations. Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and advisory skills are crucial, particularly in collaborating with senior leaders to gain support for new initiatives and approaches while also maintaining AISNSW longstanding reputation for quality and excellence in the Independent school sector.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- A structured induction processes.
- Four weeks annual leave (additional leave for the office closure period between Christmas and New Year is determined by the Board each year).
- Salary packaging.
- Flexible work arrangements include a combination of working away from the office and dedicated time for collaboration in the office. I
- Internal and external professional learning opportunities, such as courses and conferences.
- Collegiality with a team of experienced Marketing and Communications professionals with expertise and professional qualifications to collaborate with and learn from.
- Dedicated, staff wellbeing initiatives to promote connectedness and self-care.

Eager to lead a dynamic Marketing and Communications Team? If so, please provide the following information:

- Covering letter
- CV.

**WHAT WE NEED**:

- Full-time availability, Sydney-based role
- Capacity to work within the office environment.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE **MONDAY 21 OCTOBER 2024**

Please direct any questions to:
Margaret Molloy | People and Culture Manager
AISNSW | Level 12, 99 York Street | SYDNEY NSW 2000