This role plays a key part in launching and growing the venue by building its brand and driving community and audience engagement. It includes securing sponsorships and partnerships, and delivering marketing activity that boosts venue hire, event participation, and revenue. Working collaboratively across the organisation, it strengthens visibility, supports effective communication, and helps create a vibrant, community‑focused facility.
About you:
- Proven experience in marketing, partnerships, sponsorships or business development
- Strong relationship-building skills, ideally within corporate or community partnership environments
- Proficiency in digital marketing (social, CMS, email marketing, analytics)
- Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in fast-paced environments
- Strategic thinker with strong creative and analytic capability
- Experience in events, venues, tourism, arts, culture, or hospitality desirable
- Competence in CRM tools, digital content creation, and campaign execution
- Collaborative, positive and solutions-focused
- Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholder groups
- Relevant tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, business, or related field preferred but not essential
Benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Dog friendly workplace
- An active social club
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive team culture
- Wellbeing programme
- Additional leave
About us:
Here at Central Otago District Council, we are a team with a common goal – to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; it’s about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day.
As a values-based organisation, we centre our work on our whakataukī: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou’ - Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.
How to apply:
Ready to jump in? We’d love to meet you. Send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role feels right for you. We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait — take the next step today.
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
Applications close: 13/03/2026
Any enquiries about this role please email: people@codc.govt.nz
