National Marketing Campaign Manager (Jeans for Genes)
Job No:
39130
Location:
Westmead, Sydney
- Join a well established community org'n committed to unlocking the mysteries of childhood disease!
- Work on Jeans for Genes, one of Australia's most iconic national fundraising event campaigns!
- Attractive remuneration package circa $100k+ (commensurate with exp) + PBI salary packaging scheme!
About the Organisation
Established over 50 years ago, the Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI) was Australia’s first dedicated paediatric facility and is committed to unlocking the mysteries of childhood disease.
Investigating conditions such as birth defects, cancer and epilepsy, CMRI works by the philosophy that major advances in prevention and treatment come from research into the fundamental processes of life. They have a long record of achievements and employ around one hundred scientists and research students.
As a community-based, independent organisation, CMRI enjoys the generous support of the Australian community through which it has become one of the nation’s most highly regarded independent medical research centres.
About the Opportunity
The Children's Medical Research Institute (CMRI) has a fantastic opportunity for a passionate National Marketing Campaign Manager (Jeans for Genes) to join their supportive team in Westmead, Sydney.
Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you'll be developing and implementing fundraising and marketing strategies for Jeans for Genes in order to achieve budgeted income, costs and increased net margins.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include:
- Creating and managing the budget in accordance with fundraising objectives;
- Developing a 3 year strategic plan and managing the annual timeline;
- Directing and developing new and innovative opportunities for business development;
- Developing marketing & communications incl. brand management, creative development, direct & digital marketing, collateral & marketing research;
- Managing the merchandise strategy, analysis and logistics;
- Leveraging the Jeans for Genes brand to increase awareness & support of the organisation;
- Managing the public relations, interviews and special ambassadors;
- Undertaking project management incl. partnership and supplier management; and
- Managing a team of staff and delegating responsibilities as needed.
This role calls for an enthusiastic and high energy individual who is eager to really make their mark with one of Australia's most iconic fundraising events!
To be successful you will have extensive experience in fundraising and/or marketing, with relevant tertiary qualifications in business, marketing, communications or equivalent. Ideally you'll have a background with not-for-profit organisations, though candidates with broad product marketing, marketing management or event management knowledge will also be highly regarded.
You'll need experience in strategy development, budget management, reporting and data analysis as well as a proven ability to meet KPIs and targets. Strong communication and project management experience is essential as are excellent time management and computing skills, specifically in the Microsoft suite and CRMs. Your ability to build relationships and develop a network within the NFP sector will be crucial as you utilise your skills in donor/customer acquisition and retention.
In addition, you will need to have effective leadership skills to enable you to manage a small team and delegate responsibilities as needed. A current driver's licence and the ability to obtain a clear police and criminal check is essential.
Importantly, you'll be a dedicated team player who has a passion for community service and an understanding of the benefits of the health and welfare of human beings.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $100,000+ commensurate with experience and qualifications.
By joining a world leading research institute with a first class reputation, you'll enjoy fantastic job stability as well as a PBI salary packaging scheme including meal, entertainment and accommodation allowance.
You'll also enjoy participation in an employer-contributed super fund within a friendly, dedicated and professional culture as CMRI develops a new building and triples its research capacity and impact!
Take on a pivotal position with an organisation that is really making a difference to the prevention and treatment of childhood diseases - Apply Now!
Please Note: Applications close, Tuesday 9th October, 2012