Our strength is our people and our focus is our boys.
Core Christian virtues guide all we do and how we act. Honesty, respect, justice and compassion create a caring and supportive environment, where boys feel comfortable to be themselves as they strive to reach their potential. Our mission is Each boy at his best.
Our campus is unique, with its combination of heritage buildings and state-of-the-art learning spaces, with facilities at the cutting edge of technological excellence. It is a wonderful teaching and learning environment.
College employee benefits
We provide staff with a variety of financial and wellbeing benefits to ensure they feel supported and enjoy their time at College.
- Remuneration is above state levels
- Subsidised education at College and our sister school
- Flu shots
- Employee assistance programme
- Generous holiday provisions
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Current opportunities
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Head of Marketing and Communications
Applications close 5pm, Friday 20 November 2026
Head of Marketing and Communications
Are you a creative marketing and communications leader who enjoys bringing ideas to life?
Christ’s College is seeking an experienced, creative and hands-on Head of Marketing & Communications to lead our marketing and communications activity and help tell the story of one of New Zealand’s leading independent schools.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who brings a strong mix of leadership, creativity and practical expertise across communications, content creation, design and digital marketing.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Advancement, you will join an established and collaborative Advancement team, leading marketing and communications across Christ’s College.
This is a varied, hands-on leadership role where you will have the opportunity to shape our marketing and communications approach while also being actively involved in bringing ideas to life. From developing marketing plans and writing engaging content to providing creative direction and delivering projects, you will enjoy both the strategic and practical sides of the role.
You will lead and support our Graphic Designer & Marketing Assistant, working closely together to deliver high-quality communications, publications, campaigns and digital content.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and delivery of the Christ's College marketing and communications plans.
- Writing, editing and producing engaging content for a wide range of audiences and channels.
- Overseeing the creative direction, design and production Christ's College publications, marketing materials and campaigns.
- Managing the Christ's College website content, social media presence and digital communications.
- Developing creative marketing campaigns that support enrolment, engagement and Christ's College initiatives.
- Providing leadership, guidance and support to the Graphic Designer & Marketing Assistant.
- Ensuring consistent and high-quality branding, messaging and visual identity across all communications.
- Working collaboratively with the wider Advancement team and Christ's College staff to identify opportunities and bring ideas to life.
About You
We are looking for a creative and capable marketing and communications professional who can combine strong leadership with practical, hands-on expertise.
You will be an exceptional communicator with a flair for storytelling, a good eye for design and the confidence to lead projects from concept through to completion.
To be successful, you will bring:
- At least five years’ experience in marketing, communications or a related field, along with a relevant tertiary qualification.
- Proven experience leading marketing and communications activity, with the ability to guide and support others.
- Exceptional writing, editing and content creation skills across both print and digital channels.
- A strong understanding of graphic design principles, visual storytelling and brand management, with the ability to contribute to creative development and provide design direction.
- Experience developing and delivering marketing campaigns, publications and digital content.
- Strong digital marketing capability, including social media, website management and analytics.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- A collaborative, proactive approach and the confidence to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and be actively involved in delivering high-quality work.
Experience within education or a values-based organisation would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Why Join Christ’s College?
Christ’s College is a school with a proud history, strong traditions and a commitment to helping each boy be at his best.
You will join an established and supportive Advancement team, with the opportunity to lead creative work, contribute your own ideas and make a meaningful impact on how Christ's College engages with its community.
This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys combining creativity, leadership and hands-on delivery.
How to Apply
If you are a creative marketing and communications leader who enjoys both shaping ideas and bringing them to life, we would love to hear from you.
All applications should be addressed to hradvisor@christscollege.com and must include a cover letter and CV outlining relevant experience and interest in the role. Please note that a completed Employment Application Form is a requirement.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5PM, FRIDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2026
Christ’s College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students and expects all employees, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment.
All candidates are required to undergo a screening process, which includes reference checking and police vetting, prior to appointment. Successful candidates must comply with relevant College policies, practices, and training, which underpin the College's prioritisation of child safety and legal obligations. This includes the requirement for three-yearly police vetting renewals of all staff.
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