Head of Marketing and Events

at  Waikato Institute of Technology

MŌ MĀTOU | ABOUT US

Wintec is a business division of Te Pūkenga, a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with regional campus locations in Hamilton.
Wintec | Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

MŌ TĒNEI TŪRANGA MAHI | ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking to recruit a Head of Marketing and Events to work in a leadership capacity, as part of the Wintec Marketing, Events and Communication Team. With a nice balance of strategy, leadership and hands-on marketing you’ll play a key role in developing and executing the recruitment strategies for the institute as well as supporting our events and venues team.

The Head of Marketing Events is based at our Hamilton City Campus reporting to the Director of Marketing, Events and Communication and will be responsible for:

• Leading and coaching the marketing, design, events and venues teams
• Developing and executing brand and product marketing strategies and plans
• Proactively engaging with internal and external stakeholders to build brand reputation
• Being the brand guidelines champion – sharing our vision and value proposition
• Working closely with other leaders to develop cross-team relationships

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL HAVE:

• 5+ years senior leadership experience in Marketing and Events
• Proven experience in developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies
• Excellent management skills
• A strong understanding of digital marketing and social media
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders
• An understanding of the inclusion of Te Tiriti o Waitangi practices in a workplace setting
• A can do-attitude
  As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.
  We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don’t apply for roles if they’re not a 100% match, but we’re not looking for perfection, we’re looking for potential.
  We want to see the real you in your application, and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.
  For more information please view the Position Description below.