Marketing Lead - Visitor Experiences


Whanganui is a place of art, heritage, design, and natural beauty - and we're ready to tell that story to the world.

We're looking for a Marketing Lead - Visitor Experiences to be the sole marketing lead for our entire visitor portfolio, including Discover Whanganui (RTO), the Whanganui isite, Council venues, and visitor events.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead Whanganui's destination marketing strategy and campaigns
  • Promote our venues, events, and visitor services
  • Manage our digital presence across Discover Whanganui and social media
  • Work with iwi, tourism operators, and national tourism bodies
  • Champion the Whanganui brand locally, nationally, and internationally
You will bring:
  • Proven success in tourism, destination, or event marketing
  • Strong digital and storytelling skills
  • The ability to work strategically and deliver on the ground
  • A passion for authentic place branding
This is your chance to shape how Whanganui is experienced and remembered.

 

How to apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this role go to: https://whanganuidc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies and enter ref code:6837980

Enquiries: sam.ryan@whanganui.govt.nz

Applications close 14 December 2025

Please note, only applications submitted via our careers page can be considered.

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 6837980

Location: Whanganui

Closing Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025