Marketing and Events Assistant

Illawarra Mercury; Coniston; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent private school in New South Wales is seeking a part-time Marketing and Events Assistant to support their marketing efforts. This position involves updating website content, managing social media, and assisting with various school events. The ideal candidate should have experience in marketing or a related field, with strong communication and customer service skills. Applications close on 19/10/2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing or relevant field preferred.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of marketing strategies.
• Update website content and manage social media.
• Assist with logistics for events and promotions.

Skills

Social media management

Customer service

Content creation

Event coordination

Job description

Overview

Cedars Christian College is a vibrant and innovative learning community that is dedicated to leading our students forward throughout the most important years of their life. Cedars is a Prep to Year 12 independent private school with approximately 800 students located just 10 kilometres south of Wollongong in the heart of the Illawarra. Our commitment to education begins by surrounding our students in a safe and trusted environment, where Christian values are evident in all we do. We are currently inviting applications for the following position to work within our Marketing department to commence as soon as possible.

Position

Marketing and Events Assistant is a permanent part-time position (0.8 FTE, Term Time Only) to commence as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation of tasks from the strategy as directed
• Ensure materials, signage, and communications follow the brand guidelines
• Update website content, upload news/events, schedule and monitor social media posts
• Assist with drafting news items or event summaries for review
• Source content, prepare materials, coordinate artwork/files for campaigns
• Capture photos/videos at school events, edit, and distribute content for newsletters/socials
• Assist with drafting, formatting, and distributing newsletters and flyers
• Provide event logistics and hands-on support (set up, pack up, signage, photography, distribution of materials)
• Track basic engagement (social likes, shares, comments) and flag issues/opportunities
• Assist with placement, maintenance, and updating of signage
• Maintain records of marketing materials, images, and event resources. Liaise with staff to collect info for communications
• Deliver high-quality customer service in day-to-day interactions

Position details

The Marketing & Events Assistant supports the delivery of the College’s marketing, communications, and events functions. This role focuses on implementing day-to-day marketing activities, assisting with events, and managing routine communications to ensure consistency with the College’s brand and values. The position works under the guidance of the Marketing Manager and reports directly to the Director of Administrative Operations.

Hours and attendance

At times, this role requires attendance at school functions outside normal hours, including meetings, activities, and events. Time-in-lieu arrangements must be made with the Director of Administrative Operations.

Applications

Applications close 19/10/2025. To learn more about Cedars Christian College and to apply, please visit our website: www.cedars.nsw.edu.au, click on “Employment” and follow the “Current Employment Opportunities” link to complete and submit a General Staff Application Form along with supporting documentation.

Applicants must be committed Christians, active in their own church and are also required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Number.