Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Manager

About the role

Ignatius Park College invites applications for an energetic and creative Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Manager who will champion the story and spirit of our College community. In this key role, you will develop inspiring campaigns, build strong connections with families and alumni, and bring College events to life. You will play a central part in shaping the College's public presence - online, in print and in person - while building authentic relationships that strengthen enrolments, enhance engagement, and promote the vibrant, values-driven culture of Ignatius Park College.

About the contract

The position is Full Time, Permanent.

About you

To be considered for this role you will need:

· Valid working rights within Australia.

· Be committed to the goals, ethos and mission of the College as a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice Tradition.

· Possess a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card for paid employees before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government.

· Tertiary Qualifications in Marketing or Communications.

· Extensive experience creating and executing effective marketing and communication strategies that deliver proven results (experience in school of educational setting is desirable).

· Analyse the effectiveness of marketing, communications, and community engagement strategies to support the school's enrolment, retention, and reputation goals.

· Demonstrated experience in managing and creating content for multiple platforms across website, social, print, events and broadcast, including the ability to use data-driven insights to refine messaging, channel mix, and timing for maximum community reach and impact.

· Exceptional writing and editing skills and demonstrated experience using design and content programs (eg: In-design, Adobe and Canva).

· Ability to be flexible, embrace and adapt to change and be responsive to the needs of the College.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to interact positively with a wide range of stakeholders including students, staff, and the wider community.

· Demonstrated experience in leading and developing a team.

· Exceptional attention to detail and ability to develop solutions to problems.

· Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, and the ability to use initiative and work autonomously to meet deadlines.

· Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Information Technology Systems and the Microsoft Suite of applications (eg: Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, Sharepoint and One Drive). (Experience with TASS is desirable).

· Willingness to work flexible hours, including attending evening or early morning events.

About our Organisation

Ignatius Park College is an all-boys Independent Catholic secondary school located in Townsville, North Queensland catering for approximately 1000 boys from Years The College is a member of the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) network of 55 schools across Australia.  Ignatius Park College has a tradition of academic, cultural, sporting, spiritual and personal excellence by providing the highest standards of staff, facilities and opportunities for students in a caring Christian environment. Further information on the College can be found on our website:

What we offer

Ignatius Park College have access to a range of employee benefits including:

· Competitive salary structure

· % Superannuation

· Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

· Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary

· Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Leave)

· weeks paid parental leave

· days paid spousal leave

· Discounted IPC school fees

· Wellbeing projects and recognition of loyalty and service

· Access to staff health initiatives including pool and gym access

· Staff Social Club

· Travel opportunities through our sporting tours and immersions

· Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Borrowing rights and newspaper access through our well-equipped College Resource Centre

· Leadership development opportunities

· Involvement in co-curricular activities

· Faith Formation

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online via the Ignatius Park College website

Applications must include:

· Cover letter (maximum 2 page) addressing your ability to perform the key accountabilities and meet the key requirements of the role.

· Current resume detailing qualifications, relevant work experience and 2 work related referees including phone and email contact details.

· EREA Child Safe Declaration.

· Copies of relevant qualifications, registrations and licences.

Applications close Sunday, 7 December Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the advertised close date.

Note for Recruitment Agencies:  This role is being managed by Ignatius Park College and we will not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.  Ignatius Park College is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.