Manager - Marketing, Engagement and Digital

Summary

The Manager – Marketing, Engagement & Digital leads the strategic direction of marketing, engagement and digital across Brisbane Catholic Education to strengthen reputation, drive enrolments and support schools with high-impact, insight-led campaigns. This role brings together system-wide strategy and local execution, shaping how BCE connects with communities, builds trust and delivers a consistent, high-quality presence across all channels. You will play a key role in influencing how the organisation positions itself in a competitive education market and how it engages with diverse audiences to deliver measurable outcomes.

• Location: BCEO Woolloongabba 
• Work hours: Fulltime | Flexible Working Arrangements Available
• Status: Permanent (Continuing) | Commencing June 2026
• Salary: $226,380 includes super and a vehicle 
• Ad Close date: 8 June 2026
• Contact: CareersBCE@bne.catholic.edu.au 

About the opportunity

In this position you will:  

• Lead the development and delivery of system-wide marketing, engagement and digital strategies aligned to organisational priorities and enrolment growth
• Oversee integrated campaigns and go-to-market activity that strengthen brand positioning and support school-level outcomes
• Provide strategic advice and expert guidance to senior stakeholders on marketing, enrolment, digital channels and audience engagement
• Use data and insights to drive continuous improvement, optimise campaign performance and inform decision-making
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, fostering a high-performing, outcomes-focused culture
• Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to plan and deliver initiatives, ensuring alignment and impact across a large, complex environment
• Manage competing priorities, risks and emerging issues to ensure effective delivery of marketing and engagement activity
• Contribute to leadership, workforce and operational planning, ensuring resources are aligned to deliver measurable outcomes

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:    

• Proven experience leading marketing, digital or engagement functions within a complex organisation
• Strong strategic capability, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into impactful campaigns and initiatives
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with confidence influencing at senior levels
• Experience using data and insights to inform strategy, measure success and drive continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop teams to achieve high performance outcomes
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to shape clear, compelling messaging across multiple channels
• Ability to navigate complexity, manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or significant experience in marketing, communications, digital or a related discipline

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:  

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment  
• Positive Notice Blue Card for working with Children

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards: 

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options 
• Active staff social club and wellness programs 
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.