AddressRugby Union SA is the peak body responsible for the management and growth of the sport of Rugby Union in South Australia. It services its member clubs and affiliates through the provision of competitions and operates development programs aimed at increasing the participation base of Rugby in the State in traditional Rugby XVs and both contact and non-contact Rugby Sevens.
Purpose of the Role
The Marketing and Communications Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the development and delivery of diverse marketing, communications and media activities.
Reporting to the Admin & Finance Manager, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator will co-ordinate marketing projects, contribute to the development of content, manage website and social media updates, and facilitate marketing and mailing campaigns. The Marketing and Communications Coordinator will also assist with production logistics for design briefs, videography projects, and photographic shoots. The functions of the role will continue to evolve with the needs of the organisation and our stakeholders.
The ability to work from home is available.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Manage the production and publication of internal and external communications (emails, newsletters)
- Draft and edit content for newsletters, design work, relevant documentation etc.
- Develop and promote content on RUSA website and social media platforms
- Create / collate campaign and social media reports
- Project manage content development and other content campaigns
- Research reports, marketing updates and media monitoring
- Manage marketing event calendar (key campaign activities)
- Coordinate ongoing advertising initiatives
- Coordinate internal marketing collateral, merchandise and resources
- Assist with design briefs, photography shoots, videography production logistics, events and forums
- Ad hoc marketing duties to support the business, as required
Key Relationships
- Rugby Union SA clubs
- Rugby Union SA and Rugby Australia staff
- Secretaries and honorary office bearers of Rugby Union SA affiliated bodies
- Colleagues from other State unions in Marketing and Communications roles
- State and Local Government agencies
- The broader Rugby community
- Sponsors and service providers to SA Rugby
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in Marketing and communications
- Experience in the development of content for social media
- Experience in coordination of events and functions
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills
- Exceptional organisational, prioritisation and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to operate as an effective member of a team
- High degree of initiative and ability to resolve problems
- Ability to follow and give instructions
- Experience or knowledge of working or volunteering in sport (desirable)
