World Vision
Victoria, Australia

 

 

 

World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.  We are committed to the poor because we are Christian.  As well as providing relief in emergency situations, we work on long-term development projects with local communities to address the causes of poverty and help them become self-sufficient.

We employ over 490 staff throughout Australia with an annual income in excess of $A300 million. We serve approximately 12.4 million people in 670 projects around the world. World Vision Australia’s brand is uniquely placed in the hearts and minds of all Australians.

The Head of Marketing will manage a large team and work with a variety of internal stakeholders in a dynamic Segment based marketing model. Reporting to the Director of Engagement, you would be part of the senior Leadership team that sets the strategy for World Vision’s engagement with our Australian supporters.

Specifically, you will be responsible for:

• Providing strong strategic thought and leadership to Marketing activities for WVA, aligned to wider Engagement and organisational strategy
• Leading a team of segment specialists to deepen and expand organisational understanding and outreach in the market
• Direct and control the marketing business activities to achieve brand, acquisition, retention, income, customer relationship management and advocacy targets

To be successful in this key role, you will require:

• Extensive experience in a senior level Marketing role, within a complex and relationship driven business
• Postgraduate qualifications in Marketing, Business or relevant discipline
• A true collaborative nature, and collegial working approach
• The ability to lead and inspire, whilst being a strong and informed decision maker
• Strong operational and numeracy skills, founded in a solid understanding of Marketing metrics (ROI analysis, capacity planning etc)
• A strong passion for the work of World Vision Australia, and identification with our Core Values

This role demands a high level mix of both Marketing technical skills and the ability to navigate a complex and changing environment. You must have a demonstrable track record in delivering outcomes, be able to take on and work with constructive criticism, as well as the operational requirements of managing a large professional marketing group.

World Vision is an organisation that offers a great culture, ongoing professional development, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to be involved in the fight against poverty and its causes.

If you feel you fulfil the requirements of this role, and are supportive of the Core Values of World Vision, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion please call Kim Nell on 03 92872058 or send an application to: careers@worldvision.com.au.

For a full position description and information about our Core Values, please visit www.worldvision.com.au

Applications close:  Sunday 4th July 2010