General Manager - Marketing And Communications

Description:

• Be part of a growing and passionate team
• Flexible role with work from home options available
• Switch to a not-for-profit industry and make meaningful impact

About us

At Ability Options, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling lives. As a leading not-for-profit organisation with over 104 sites across NSW, we provide employment and disability services to people who need assistance to achieve their aspirations and inclusion the community.

Are you ready to take on a dynamic and strategic role where your skills in marketing and communications can make a real impact in the not-for-profit industry? Apply now to join the team! We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to the success of our organisation.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated, strategic and results driven individual who is ready to take on a new role as a General Manager of Marketing and Communications. You will be leading the development and execution of compelling strategies to elevate the Ability Options brand and drive business growth. This role requires a blend of creativity, strategic thinking and strong leadership skills to drive engagement and awareness through marketing, media and communications activities.

Hours: Permanent Full-time, 38 hours per week

Location: Bella Vista, NSW (candidates from Hunter and Mid North Coast may be considered)

Salary: $164,000 per annum (incl. super) and $15,900 in not-for-profit salary packaging

Reporting to: Chief Corporate Services Officer

Responsibilities (but not limited to) :

• Lead and manage the marketing and communications team to ensure they support the overarching strategy of the organisation and its operational plan.
• Provide support and high-level strategic marketing and communications advice to the Board, CEO and Executive team.
• Identify new opportunities to grow revenue and build on the reputation of Ability Options.
• Oversee and deliver partnerships, sales and marketing activity for customer acquisitions for both Employment and Disability.
• Work closely with business analytics team to assess effectiveness of marketing campaigns and strategies.
• Manage and protect the brand and values for all marketing, media and communications activities.
• Manage budget, resources and external vendor relationships to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of marketing initiatives.

Some of the team members are based in Mid North Coast region, the successful candidate will be required to travel to other sites from time to time.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications or Business.
• Relevant experience in managing marketing and communications strategies and driving effective marketing campaigns.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate team towards achieving common goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to story tell and engage diverse audiences.
• Strategic and creative thinker with a passion to drive positive change and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• High level of skills, knowledge and practical application of marketing and organisational technology including Microsoft Suite, Google Analytics, Google Business, Campaign Monitor, Canva and Social Media platforms.
• Satisfactory Police Check and Driver Licence

Benefits :

• Flexibility : At Ability Options, we offer monthly RDOs and flexible work arrangement with the ability to work from home.
• Salary Packaging : Increase your take-home money with $15,900 not-for-profit salary packaging through Maxxia: Salary Packaging | Maxxia
• Training and career progression : Our In house – Learning and Development team offering ongoing career development support to staff.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing : A dynamic EAP partner who supports our staff with free confidential counselling: We Offer Comprehensive Wellbeing Support For Your Organisation - Workplace Options - Australia. Additionally, we offer fitness passport giving staff access to more than 500 gyms and sporting facilities across NSW.
• Rewards and recognition program: We recognise the efforts and achievements of our valued staff members with morning teas, lunches, gift cards, certificates, and personalised letters from the CEO.
• Employee Discounts: Discounts with CommBank, Winc and Medibank corporate insurance cover.
• Other Benefits : Paid Parental and Partner Leave, purchase additional leave after 1 year of service and tenure-based service reward leave.
• A rewarding career where you contribute to make a difference in the community and in people’s lives.

Join us and be an integral part of Ability Options!

Ability Options prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages and gender as well as people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with a disability.

Ability Options is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. All successful applicants are subject to probity and pre-employment checks. Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged.