We are currently looking for a dynamic and creative Marketing & Brand Manager to lead OFC’s marketing strategy, drive brand visibility, and deliver impactful campaigns that grow football’s reach and reputation across Oceania.
Join us in Auckland, New Zealand, as our new Marketing & Brand Manager! An exciting time to join OFC with the OFC Professional League starting in January 2026.
About The Role
This is a pivotal role within our Commercial & Communications team. You will be responsible for:
- Leading the marketing and brand team and building a high-performance culture.
- Shaping and executing OFC’s brand strategy across digital, broadcast, and physical platforms.
- Driving integrated marketing campaigns to support competitions, programmes, and partnership activations.
- Overseeing OFC’s brand identity, content standards, and tone of voice across internal and external communications.
- Collaborating with creative teams and agencies to develop engaging, high-quality content.
- Managing brand governance, performance reporting, and audience insights.
- Liaising with stakeholders across FIFA, broadcast partners, and Member Associations on brand-related matters.
Why Join Us
We offer you:
- A competitive annual salary of between $95,000 and $100,000 NZD.
- A hybrid working model offering the flexibility to work from home two days per week.
- Free onsite parking.
- A vibrant, passionate, and supportive team culture.
- Opportunities for professional development and creative leadership.
- The rewarding experience of shaping football’s image and impact across Oceania.
- Full-Time position (minimum guaranteed 40 hours per week).
About You
Our ideal candidate has an understanding of the sport marketing and industry.
You are an ideal fit if you have:
- 5+ years’ experience in marketing or brand leadership roles.
- Proven success delivering brand and content strategies across multiple channels.
- Expertise in managing creative agencies and overseeing integrated campaigns.
- Strong team leadership skills with experience coaching and managing performance.
- Solid understanding of both digital and traditional marketing environments.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, CMS tools, social media platforms, and project management software.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience in sport, entertainment, or major event marketing is highly desirable.
- A degree (or equivalent) in Marketing, Communications, or a related discipline (preferred).
- Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally.
- Eligibility to drive in New Zealand, ability to satisfy Working with Children and Ministry of Justice criminal checks.
Additional language skills beyond English would be an advantage.
We welcome applications from candidates based in New Zealand and overseas. If you’re ready to lead a purpose-driven brand and help grow football’s impact across the Pacific, we’d love to hear from you.
The Next Steps
Please apply through SEEK and attach your cover letter highlighting your specific qualifications and recent experiences that are relevant to the role alongside your CV.
Applications close at 4.00PM (NZST) on 11 July 2025. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.