Marketing Assistant
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
We are seeking a fixed-term, full-time Marketing Assistant in Hawke's Bay from 22 June 2026 to 22 October 2026. This role supports the development and execution of effective, inclusive, and results-driven marketing activity that promotes EIT's profile, programmes, and priorities. It focuses on the planning, coordination, and delivery of advertising, collateral production, online engagement, and event promotion. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you will help deliver campaigns and content that reflect EIT's values and support recruitment, engagement, and institutional reputation.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $53,196 and $61,122, dependent on skills and experience.
The Marketing Assistant is based in our Marketing and Communications team reporting to the Marketing Communications (Marcomms) Manager and will be responsible for:
- Coordinating and implementing marketing and advertising campaigns across multiple channels
- Supporting the production of marketing collateral and content
- Assisting with digital marketing activity including social media and online campaigns
- Providing promotional support for events, including open days and community engagement
- Maintaining brand consistency and supporting internal stakeholders with marketing requests
He kōrero mōu | About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Proven experience in marketing, communications, or campaign coordination
- Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including copywriting and editing
- Understanding of digital marketing platforms, social media, and content creation
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers
As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter. For more information, please view the Position Description below.
Mō Mātou | About us
EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to delivering services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as iwi aspirations.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.
If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV and cover letter with your online application. For questions, contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
