Communications & Marketing Coordinator

**Job Type**:Permanent/Full-time

**Location**:Auckland

**Closing date**:Sunday, 22 September 2024

**Mō mātou | About Us**:
Blind Low Vision NZ is the leading national provider of vision rehabilitation services for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision. Now more than ever, the opportunities are here to make a real difference for people with sight loss, and you’ll help us achieve our vision of empowering New Zealanders who are blind, deafblind or low vision, to live the life they choose. As well as supporting individuals, we seek to make big-picture change by advocating for inclusive communities and for optimal eye care services for all New Zealanders. We have a rich history stretching back to 1890 and as we continue to connect people with sight loss to expert staff and their peers, we also continue to be one of New Zealand's most trusted and iconic not for profit organisations.

**Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**:
The Communications and Marketing Coordinator is responsible for providing excellent project coordination and administrative support as it relates to the Communications and Marketing functions of BLVNZ. This is a great role for someone looking to start their career in Communications or Marketing and the successful role holder will be supported to explore and develop this further.

Reporting to the Head of Communications, working closely with colleagues across the Engagement and Marketing Department (Fundraising, Philanthropy, Community Engagement, Policy and Advocacy and Marketing & Communications), and with colleagues across the organisation, the role holder will play a key role in owning and ensuring that all Communications & Marketing administrative processes for the team are implemented, maintained, and efficiencies identified and improved.

You will build and maintain solid relationships with, staff, volunteers, members of the blind, low vision and deafblind communities, agencies and suppliers; playing a key role in achieving the wider Engagement and Marketing Department engagement objectives.

**Ko wai koe | About you**:
**To enable you to hit the ground running, we are looking for someone with**:

- 3 years strong administration experience.
- Capability to develop effective systems and processes.
- Excellent and confident written and verbal communication skills
- An ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, suppliers and key stakeholders.
- Demonstrable time management skills and ability to determine priorities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of organisation and planning skills.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Ability to show initiative.
- Focus on Results - solutions focused, outcomes focused.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Enjoys multi-tasking and problem solving.

**It would also be beneficial, but not essential, to have experience in one or more of the following areas**:

- Basic design experience
- Basic Content Management System experience
- Project or event management administration experience
- Experience working in a Communications and/or Marketing environment
- Experience working with suppliers and/or third party stakeholders
- Experience in Salesforce, or a similar CRM
- Sensitivity to, and willingness to develop, an understanding of Blind Low Vision NZ issues**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**:
This is a great opportunity to join an organisation that is truly passionate about helping their clients, while also offering rewarding career opportunities, great staff benefits, and a flexible work environment where possible As we strive to be a for purpose organisation, our staff take an active interest and participate in fundraising and volunteer opportunities.

Joining Blind Low Vision NZ means being part of a whānau that values and celebrates the unique contribution each individual brings. We encourage suitably qualified individuals who are blind, have low vision or any other disability to apply. We aspire to increase the representation of a diverse workforce within our organisation. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people, providing a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be their true selves. We are dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and continue to develop our understanding and implementation of the principles through all aspects of our work.