Kin Kora State School is seeking a creative and innovative Marketing and Events Officer to join our team.

Working closely with the leadership team, the successful applicant will play a key role in developing and managing communications and marketing activities within the school as well as enhancing community engagement through digital platforms. This exciting role is for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic school environment and is passionate about showcasing school and student success within our school community.

This position is offered on a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.33FTE) 24 hours per fortnight, until 2 July 2027 unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About our School:

Established in 1982, Kin Kora State School is committed to meeting the academic and social needs of its student body in a highly supportive and dynamic learning environment. The school exists on a hilly site surrounded by native trees and gardens and is in close proximity to shopping facilities and sporting grounds. In the past eighteen months, the school has undergone major refurbishments with the upgrading of ten classrooms and the addition of an outdoor learning area, a new PREP modular, a Kindergarten and a modern and technically equipped Resource Centre. Kin Kora State School enjoys an excellent reputation and continues to draw enrolments from a range of locations, with recent industrial expansion in Gladstone resulting in an influx of overseas students. Students are involved in a range of cultural, sporting and academic pursuits and take great pride in being 'Kin Kora Kids'.

About the Role:

As the Marketing and Events Officer you will assist in the development of innovative marketing and communication strategies and the coordination of special events for the school.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and deliver key school events, ceremonies, and community engagement activities.
• Develop and manage school publications, promotional materials, newsletters, and website content.
• Maintain an engaging and consistent social media presence to promote the school and connect with the wider community.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with staff, families, alumni, industry partners, media, and other stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of marketing strategies, campaigns, and promotional initiatives.
• Contribute to the planning and management of the school's marketing plan and budget.
• Promote and celebrate school achievements through media, community engagement, and positive news stories.
• Develop partnerships and networks that enhance the school's profile, reputation, and community connections.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

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 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions. 

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQR692274_26T - Role Description (PDF, 315KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants