Specialist - Comms, Marketing & Engagement Level 2 - Maldon, United Kingdom - Maldon District Council

Maldon District Council

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Maldon, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Vacancy Number MDC001810

Grade of Post:
H

Location:

Offering flexible new ways of agile working with the Council Offices based at Princes Road, Maldon available as required.

Description:

Maldon District Council is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Tourism and Marketing Officer to join our team.

You will play a key role in shaping the future of tourism and culture in our beautiful district, known for its 75 miles of coastline and rich history.

About this role:

What you'll do:

Contribute to the development and implementation of the Maldon District Tourism Strategy. Work closely with colleagues to ensure community views and needs are understood and fed into the development of strategies and policies
Develop and manage marketing campaigns to attract visitors to Maldon District. Including supporting the delivery and promotion of our events programme.
Work with local and regional stakeholders to develop and promote new tourism products and experiences.
Lead on the utilisation of digital platforms to engage and encourage visitors and residents.
Analyse data to measure the success of campaigns and the economic benefit of tourism to the district.
Represent Maldon District at strategic tourism meetings whilst fostering strong relationships with tourism businesses and partners.
Drive the thinking and design of initiatives that will deliver excellent customer experience across the councils' operations.
Facilitate and work in partnership with the Maldon District Tourism Group to bring forward new ideas and funding opportunities.
Ensure delivery of the work aligns to our Corporate Plan priorities.

What you'll bring:

A proven track record in tourism marketing or a related field.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong project management and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Passion for tourism and the Maldon District.
Knowledge of digital marketing/social media platforms and website content management systems.
Experience with data analysis.
Experience of using design software.

This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking local authority based in Maldon, an area which boasts an enviable quality of life and stunning countryside, yet within easy reach of London.

We promote a professional
work environment with a focus on self-development, innovation, and collaborative working.

In return we offer you an attractive salary package with local government benefits along with the opportunity to work in a beautiful rural district steeped in history and heritage.

For an informal discussion about this position:

To apply:

CVs will not be accepted.

It is Council policy not to respond to applicants who have not been shortlisted for interview. Therefore should you not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

In addition to a competitive salary you will be entitled to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme, cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice car lease scheme and will benefit from free parking in the Council Office car park.

You will also be entitled to discounted local gym membership and payment of one annual professional fee (if applicable). You will also have access to a range of work/life balance policies.

As part of any recruitment process, the Council collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants.

The Council is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

For more information please see the Council's Privacy Notice to understand your rights.

Maldon District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Disclosure and Barring checks will be undertaken according to the responsibilities of the role. _