Marketing and Communications Manager
We're seeking an experienced marketing professional who combines creativity with attention to detail
Part-time (15 hours per week), based at our Head Office in Epuni, Lower Hutt
You'll be working to ensure our brand is well-known, respected and the first choice for whānau looking for early childhood education throughout the Hutt Valley.
Who are we?
Hutt City Kindergartens have been growing young learners for over 95 years in Lower Hutt, providing quality and affordable early childhood education. Our teaching teams are passionate about providing rich learning environments where children can explore, develop and have fun. We welcome people who share that passion.
We are a not-for-profit dedicated to making quality early childhood education accessible to all. We have 20 kindergartens throughout the Hutt Valley, including Stokes Valley, Central Hutt, Western Hills and Wainuiomata. We are proud to be an integral part of our local community and celebrate our cultural diversity and identity.
About the Marketing and Comms Manager role
We're looking for that special someone who can develop and achieve the Association's marketing plan and promote our kindergartens throughout the Hutt Valley.
Ensuring our rolls are full by using effective marketing strategies is a key purpose of this position, along with creating and delivering effective internal communications to our staff.
Our ideal candidate is:
enthusiastic, talented, with proven experience working in a marketing and/or communications role
a natural communicator and networker, who sees opportunities to promote and enhance our brand
able to use their creative writing flair to create content that will increase engagement, provide information and entice visitors to our website
excited to plan and deliver community engagement events at locations throughout the Hutt Valley
experienced in writing articles for publication in local media.
Candidates must also have:
a marketing/communications tertiary qualification
at least two years relevant work experience
a valid and full New Zealand driver license
the legal right to work in New Zealand.
You'll be a step ahead of the rest if you have:
previous experience using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Light Room, Google Forms and Rocketspark
Some Te Reo written communication skills
previous experience or knowledge of HCK and our philosophy.
Our Offer
In return we offer:
a competitive salary
the opportunity to work with a professional, friendly team who are passionate about supporting the 20 kindergartens in our Association
some flexibility regarding the days and times of work
the chance to combine your creative marketing skills with your superior attention to detail and communication abilities.
A Position Description for this role can be found at the following link.
Applying for this role
If this sounds like the ideal role for you, please complete our online application form. Please attach your CV and a cover letter, detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.
The successful candidate will be subject to a safety checking process, including a police vet.
Applications close on Sunday 16th February at 5pm, - however, applications may be reviewed before this date.
If you have any questions about this position please contact Kristine Allen, HR Manager at hr@huttkindergartens.org.nz or phone 04 920 9841.
Please note that we can only accept applications from people with the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Te Pūtahi Kura Pūhou o Te Awakairangi
Contact Us | Whakapā mai
Phone: 04 920 9800
Email: info@huttkindergartens.org.nz
Head Office Physical Address: Level 2, 135 Witako Street, Epuni, Lower Hutt 5011
Postal Address: PO Box 30552, Lower Hutt 5040
2025 Term Dates | Rā wā 2025
Term 1: 22 Jan – 11 Apr
Term 2: 28 Apr – 27 Jun
Term 3: 14 Jul – 19 Sep
Term 4: 6 Oct – 19 Dec
