Marketing Officer
At a glance
Mid-level General Marketing role at stroke. Wellington · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Write for social platforms, the website and email, and create brochures, flyers, presentations and related materials
- Keep online channels updated while helping run approved campaigns, fundraising efforts and events
- Plan content timing, coordinate suppliers and production, and keep marketing assets in order
- Prepare regular reports and work with communications and fundraising teammates to keep materials accurate and audience-appropriate
What you bring
- At least one year in a marketing, communications or digital role, including digital content and professional social media work
- Experience creating marketing materials and updating website content or working with a content management system
- A marketing or communications qualification, or equivalent experience and training
- Strong writing, organisation and Microsoft Office ability, with care for detail and deadlines
Who this fits
This full-time Wellington position suits an early-career marketer who enjoys hands-on work, collaboration and balancing competing priorities. Applicants need current permission to work in Aotearoa New Zealand. You should connect with the role’s purpose and support Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
From the employer
Are you an emerging marketing professional ready to broaden your experience across content, campaigns, digital channels, events and fundraising? Join us in a varied, hands-on role where you can grow your skills while creating engaging communications and marketing resources that help prevent stroke and improve lives across Aotearoa.
The Opportunity
Join Stroke Aotearoa as our Marketing Officer and help deliver marketing activity that raises awareness and vital funds, engages supporters and strengthens the reach of our services.
Reporting to the Marketing Manager, you will create content for social media, websites and email marketing; develop brochures, flyers, presentations and other collateral; maintain digital channels; and support approved campaigns, fundraising initiatives and events.
You will also coordinate content calendars, suppliers and production requirements, keep marketing assets organised, and produce routine reporting. Working closely with the Communications Advisor and fundraising colleagues, you will help ensure our communications are accurate, accessible, audience-focused and consistent with the Stroke Aotearoa brand.
This practical, hands-on role is ideal for someone with at least one year of relevant experience who is ready to grow their marketing capability in a collaborative, values-driven organisation.
Join a Meaningful Cause
Stroke Aotearoa is the national charity in New Zealand solely dedicated to the prevention of and recovery from stroke. For over 40 years, we have promoted ways to prevent stroke and worked alongside stroke survivors, their whānau and carers. More than 9,000 people experience a stroke in New Zealand each year, and stroke is a leading cause of serious adult disability. With clear evidence of inequitable outcomes for whānau Māori, we are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equity.
Our Mission is to prevent stroke and improve lives.
Our Vision is for a Stroke Free Aotearoa.
About You
You are a motivated marketing professional who combines creativity with strong organisational skills. You enjoy practical delivery, work well with others, can manage competing priorities and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
You will bring:
- a tertiary qualification in marketing, communications or a related discipline, and/or comparable experience and training,
- at least one year’s experience in a marketing, communications or digital marketing role,
- experience creating content for digital channels and using social media professionally,
- experience producing marketing collateral,
- experience managing website content or using a content management system,
- excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail,
- the ability to organise work, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines,
- strong Microsoft Office skills,
- strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, adaptable approach,
- empathy for our mission, vision and values, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Experience in the not-for-profit, health or community sector, or with email marketing platforms, and short-form video creation, would be an advantage.
This full-time role is based in Wellington and is 37.5 hours per week. Applicants must be currently entitled to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Reasons to belong
Current employee benefits include:
- A $150 wellness voucher each year,
- A $150 contribution towards optometrist and/or dental costs each year,
- A day of leave on or around your birthday,
- A whānau/wellbeing day of leave of your choosing each year,
- Up to 3 days’ End of Year closedown paid leave,
- Access to our Employee Assistance Provider.
Apply Today
If our mission resonates with you and you have the skills and experience we are looking for, click “Apply Now” and submit your CV with a compelling cover letter explaining your suitability for the role.
To request the position description or ask questions about the role, email hr@stroke.org.nz.
Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 11 November 2026. We may contact suitable candidates before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply promptly.
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