For this key leadership role, IJM Australia is seeking a person to be based in Chatswood, Sydney on a part-time basis (0.8 FTE).

The Director of Marketing & Communications will:  

• Provide creative input and development of the marketing strategy for IJM Australia in alignment with IJM Australia’s objectives, in consultation with the Chief Marketing & Partnerships Officer
• Develop and implement a content strategy across all relevant channels, including social media
• Manage and improve acquisition, retention and growth of IJM supporters
• In partnership with CRM project manager, design and implement curated constituent journeys, improved data analysis and reporting to support increased attraction, retention and engagement
• Manage the IJM brand and organisation’s identity in Australia
• Manage IJM Australia’s public relations by performing field media inquiries, pitching stories to media and preparing media kits  
• Work with the Partnerships & Advocacy teams to identify significant media opportunities that align with IJM Australia’s fundraising and advocacy work
• Design, develop and deliver all IJM Australia fundraising and advocacy campaigns across all channels in conjunction with the marketing team members
• Develop high quality marketing collateral and stakeholder communications for print, electronic and social media
• In conjunction with the relevant team members, including the Events Coordinator, design and develop content and promotional strategies for IJM events
• Lead production and management of the IJM Australia website
• Manage relationships with external agencies and suppliers in relation to marketing, communications and events
• Lead, build and grow the marketing team
• Manage IJM Australia’s marketing and communications budget
• Provide strategic and creative leadership to IJM by joining the IJM Global Brand and Marketing Council
• Travel occasionally to one of IJM’s field offices, Headquarters or other Partner Offices
• Participate in IJM Australia’s key events as required

Skills, Experience and Attributes
To be successful in this position you will have: 

•  A strong track record developing and implementing marketing strategy and positioning an organisation to achieve tangible outcomes
• Proven expertise in social media and the digital arena
• A strong creative and digital outlook
• Strong experience in product development and launching
• A demonstrated leadership capacity
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in successful brand management and marketing
• Experience in public relations
• Experience in the design and delivery of curated constituent journeys, and preferably in using a CRM (Salesforce or equivalent) to support the marketing strategy
• Corporate and NFP experience valued

You will also have:

• Excellent writing, editing, presentation and research skills
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• Strong analytical and project management capacity
• Strong capacity to learn and problem solve
• A deep conviction regarding biblical justice

What we offer:

• An inspiring work environment. Your work makes a difference in the lives of the thousands of clients IJM is serving. You are part of a passionate global team of professionals – characterised by an atmosphere of personal involvement and determination to bring justice, transform communities and end slavery
• Opportunity to professionally develop your skills & attributes
• Opportunity for spiritual formation
• Salary is determined by our remuneration policy and years of QE

Interested?

Please send a one-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the position including your demonstrated commitment to IJM Australia’s values as detailed above, along with your current CV to contact@ijm.org.au.

 IJM Australia is interviewing and recruiting for this position as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.