This is a Marketing Officer - Merrimac State High School role with Queensland Department of Education based in Gold Coast, QLD, AU Queensland Department of Education Role Seniority - mid level More about the Marketing Officer - Merrimac State High School role at Queensland Department of Education Merrimac State High School invites applications for an energetic, outcomes-focused and proactive Marketing Officer to join our dynamic administrative team. This opportunity is suited to a capable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates strong organisational, communication and service delivery skills. About The School Join Merrimac State High School, one of the Gold Coast's premier secondary schools, where Pride in Excellence drives a culture of achievement and opportunity. With a strong focus on respect, responsibility and reliability, our school offers diverse academic, sporting and cultural programs in a modern and supportive learning environment. Be part of a vibrant school community dedicated to helping every student succeed. About The Role Key responsibilities include: Develop and seek opportunities to promote and market the school/college to current and potential clients and stakeholders by arranging visits where required and managing the marketing portfolio data. Liaise with the Principal in leading change by showing judgement and common sense to implement improved work practices with regular updates of the marketing portfolio, including the events schedule, school magazine, school diary, newsletters and the acquisition of sponsorship agreements. Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and provide a high level of client support to employers, Industry partners, to ensure the promotion of the school is a key priority. Liaise with the Principal and oversee the purchasing, maintenance and repair of marketing resources and equipment in accordance with government guidelines and departmental policy and procedures. Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities. About You You are an organised and proactive professional with demonstrated experience in marketing coordination, stakeholder engagement and administrative service delivery within a complex environment. You bring strong communication skills and the ability to develop and implement marketing initiatives that enhance school profile, community engagement and brand consistency. You are detail-oriented, customer-focused and able to manage competing priorities in a busy school setting. Your collaborative approach, initiative and commitment to continuous improvement enable you to contribute positively to team outcomes and support the school's strategic objectives. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a maximum 1-page written response outlining your suitability for this position addressing the key responsibilities & a 2-page portfolio showcasing your marketing experience and initiatives We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Occupational group Education & Training Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Department of Education team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Developing marketing opportunities Liaising with the Principal Maintaining relationships Key Strengths Marketing coordination Stakeholder engagement ️ Organisational skills ️ Communication skills Customer service Continuous improvement A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Department of Education not with Hatch.
