Marketing and Community Connections

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West Melbourne, Victoria, Australia QIX Consulting Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Marketing & Community Connections (Events) Manager

Thomas Carr College – Tarneit, VIC

Thomas Carr College is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking
Marketing & Community Connections (Events) Manager
to lead the marketing, communications, enrolments and community engagement function.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a strategic communicator who can elevate brand presence, strengthen partnerships, and deliver high-quality events and engagement initiatives that reflect the values and culture of the College.

About the Role

The Marketing & Community Connections (Events) Manager will oversee the full spectrum of communications and engagement activity across the College. You will guide brand direction, manage campaigns and content, support enrolments strategy and build meaningful connections with families, alumni, staff and the wider community.

This position has significant visibility within the College and plays a key role in shaping the way the story is communicated to current and future families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver the College's marketing and communications strategy
  • Oversee brand identity and ensure strong, consistent messaging
  • Plan and execute campaigns across digital, social, print and community channels
  • Strengthen community partnerships, including primary school engagement
  • Manage end-to-end content creation: photography, video, publications, signage
  • Maintain website and social media presence with fresh, engaging content
  • Lead enrolment and registrar processes to deliver an exceptional family experience
  • Coordinate key school events and ensure high-quality execution
  • Develop alumni engagement programs and communication channels
  • Analyse engagement activity and provide meaningful insights

About You

You are a confident communicator and strategic thinker who enjoys working in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment. You take initiative, build strong relationships, and bring both creativity and structure to your work.

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • Experience in marketing, communications, public relations or related disciplines
  • Strong digital capability and content creation skills
  • Excellent stakeholder and relationship-building ability
  • Demonstrated experience leading projects with competing priorities
  • Exceptional written and visual communication skills
  • Experience with events and community engagement initiatives
  • Experience in an education environment (desirable)
  • Familiarity with platforms such as InDesign and WordPress (advantageous)
  • Working With Children Check (or the ability to obtain one)

Why Join Thomas Carr College?

  • Senior leadership role with meaningful community impact
  • Opportunity to shape brand direction and enrolment growth
  • Supportive culture and values-driven environment
  • Competitive remuneration aligned with experience

Thomas Carr College is proud of its inclusive community and Catholic heritage. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds but respect the values.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability.

For further information, contact
Brooke Alexander
on

Applications close
21 November 2025
.

(Please ensure all required documentation is completed as part of the application process which we can provide to you on application)

Child Safety & Equal Opportunity

Thomas Carr College is committed to child safety and the wellbeing of all students. We value diversity and encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and identities. We are an equal opportunity employer and foster a respectful, inclusive workplace.

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