Marketing and Engagement Lead
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  • Help showcase Timaru as a great place to visit, live and work!
  • Varied role combining tourism, marketing & stakeholder engagement
  • Join the team at Venture Timaru

    • Are you a natural people person who loves building relationships, making things happen and promoting everything a region has to offer?

    Venture Timaru is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing & Engagement Lead to join our small, close-knit team.

    As Timaru's economic development and tourism agency, we're passionate about supporting local businesses, attracting visitors and showcasing our fantastic district to the rest of New Zealand and beyond.

    This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on connecting with people and wants to play a key role in growing the Timaru District's visitor economy.

    About the Role

    Working closely with our Chief Executive and wider team, you'll help drive tourism initiatives, build strong relationships with local operators and deliver marketing activities that encourage more people to discover and experience the Timaru District.

    Your responsibilities will include:
    • Building and maintaining positive relationships with tourism operators, accommodation providers, hospitality businesses and other key stakeholders
    • Developing and delivering engaging marketing campaigns to promote the district's attractions, events and activities
    • Identifying opportunities to grow our tourism offering and attract more visitors
    • Developing and extending trade relationships while also building operator trade capability
    • Supporting tourism initiatives, events and projects aligned with our Destination Management Plan
    • Contributing to our digital marketing strategy, including website content and social media
    • Working with local information centres to ensure tourism information is current and accessible
    • Helping develop opportunities to attract business conventions and events to the district
    About You

    We're looking for a highly organised, proactive and personable individual who enjoys getting out and about, meeting people and building genuine relationships.

    Ideally, you'll bring:
    • Experience in tourism, hospitality or a related service-focused industry
    • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
    • An understanding of, and experience in working with, the travel trade structure
    • A genuine passion for promoting the Timaru District
    • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
    • A creative approach to marketing, problem-solving and identifying opportunities
    • Confidence working independently and contributing within a small team
    • Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office
    • A full driver's licence
    Experience with digital marketing tools such as Canva, HubSpot or SurveyMonkey would also be useful.

    Most importantly, you'll be someone who takes initiative, enjoys working with people and is willing to go the extra mile to get things done.

    Why Join Venture Timaru?

    We're a small team of six who are genuinely passionate about making a difference in our district.

    You'll enjoy:
    • A permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday (35-40 hours per week)
    • Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance
    • A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
    • The opportunity to work closely with local businesses, tourism operators and community stakeholders
    • Real input into projects and initiatives that help shape the district's future
    • A supportive, passionate team where your ideas and contributions are valued
    Why Timaru?

    Timaru and the wider South Canterbury region offer a fantastic lifestyle, with affordable living, a welcoming community and easy access to beautiful beaches, mountains and outdoor activities.

    It's a great place to build your career while enjoying everything this wonderful part of New Zealand has to offer.
    If you're ready to bring your energy, ideas and relationship-building skills to a role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

    Please apply now through our online application form with your current CV and cover letter.

    Applicants must hold New Zealand residency.

    Find out more about our district and what we do:
    www.welovetimaru.nz
    www.venturetimaru.nz


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