• Lead a dynamic multidisciplinary marketing and communication department
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer not for profit organisation
• Full-time, continuing appointment - St Kilda Rd, Melbourne
• (FCD.04)

We have an exciting opportunity for a creative and innovative Brand, Communications & Marketing Manager to join our team and play an instrumental role in engaging the hearts and minds of the community in support of the cancer cause. This position, leading the brand, communications and marketing function, is a key leadership position reporting directly to the Division Head, Fundraising and Communications.

The position leads a large team working to deliver innovative, omni-channel, impactful marketing and communications campaigns. With a focus on audience-centricity, this position drives supporter, consumer and public engagement, fundraising outcomes and engagement with the Cancer Council brand.

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Head - Brand, Communications and Marketing to join the Fundraising and Communication Division. Reporting to the Division Head, Fundraising and Communications your role is to:

• Lead culture of innovation, optimising and refining brand and marketing activity in response to data on supporter/consumer experience, trends and best practice
• Lead, inspire and motivate a large team to engender sustainable high performance, deep collaboration, and accountability to results
• Understand emerging trends in marketing, media and communications, and identify opportunities for innovation within organisation’s context
• Drive a culture of innovation and business development with the team operating in a growth mindset

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong customer-centric orientation and approach, and the ability to drive a culture of continuous improvement
• Demonstrated success in leading omnichannel marketing activity with significant digital focus, delivering high quality marketing activity to achieve organisational outcomes
• Demonstrated experience for telling articulate brand, culture and product stories in a clear, compelling and inspiring way to both internal and external audiences
• Demonstrated record of innovation and achievement and ability to lead significant change
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and extensive experience working in a senior communications capacity

What we can offer you

• Total Remuneration Package up to $140,000 pa, commensurate with experience, and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
• A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development

To apply and for more info

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

Culturally and linguistically diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.

To apply for this opportunity click Apply Now to download a Position Description and forward your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description.

For more information contact Lyrian Fleming-Parsley on [email protected]

Please note due to COVID-19 the majority of employees continue to work remotely. This will be reviewed in line with government instruction.

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, and a National Police Check.