Marketing Manager
Role summary for potential applicants
Advertised Job Title:
Marketing Manager
Reference Number:
7423
Classification:
Other
Salary Range:
Attractive salary package
Location:
Sydney, North Ryde NSW
Tenure:
Indefinite/Ongoing
Relocation assistance:
Will be provided to the successful candidate if required.
Applications are open to: 
Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only
Reports to the:
Director Product Development and Marketing
Number of Direct Reports:
TBD
Role Overview:
Data61 is the largest data innovation group in Australia. Bringing together CSIRO’s Productivity team and
National ICT Australia (NICTA), we are unrivalled in our intellectual capital and our network with the global
technology marketplace. The combined group will bring together approximately 600 research staff
working in digital technologies to create benefit for Australia. Data61 will continue to develop Australia’s
future leaders with its strong 300+ PhD student program in collaboration with our best universities across
Australia.
CSIRO is seeking an experienced marketing manager to work in its newest business unit, Data61. This role,
working to the Data61 Director Product Development and Marketing will deliver day to day marketing
activities, as well as develop and manage a long term marketing strategy for the company. Working in a
small team with close relationships to business development, and the CSIRO Communication and
Marketing team, you will position Data61 as a leading research powerhouse, and central to Australia’s
innovation agenda.
Duties and Key Result Areas:
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Devise and deliver the Data61 marketing strategy
Implement strategies which promote and protect CSIRO’s and Data61’s brand
Manage a small team and resources from across CSIRO
Develop strong trusted advisor relationships with senior leaders across business units, business
development and other stakeholders to deliver marketing and communication priorities for
Data61 that fulfil CSIRO’s objectives
Develop strategies and processes to evaluate the effectiveness of Data61 marketing activities.
Implement and manage marketing and communications systems and processes, and develop
these capabilities in the business unit
Provide leadership that fosters an environment that encourages new ideas and provides support
for the development of emerging skills and ideas
Show leadership in building an inclusive, safe and respectful culture
Selection Criteria:
Under CSIRO policy only those who meet all essential criteria can be appointed
Pre-Requisites:
Tertiary qualifications in Business management, commerce, or marketing along with at least 8 years
marketing and communication experience.
Essential Criteria:
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Demonstrated experience in brand building in a B2B market.
Familiarity with managing multiple stakeholders in a complex environment.
Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement, customer service, and evaluation.
Strong track record in successful marketing in a fast moving, multi-channel environment.
5. Highly developed analytical skills along with excellent written and oral communication skills,
evidenced by superior reporting, presentation and negotiation abilities, and the capacity to
identify and influence critical stakeholders to gain support for contentious proposals/ideas.
6. A record of leadership which encourages new ideas, builds trust and provides support for the
development of emerging skills, including influencing staff in observing corporate and
professional standards.
7. Proven experience in building strong partnerships with stakeholders to develop organisational
and cross-functional solutions.
Data61 is a values based organisation. Our leaders will be expected to demonstrate the following values:
 Hierarchy: Country, Company, Team, Individual
 Openness: Open debate, collaboration, full commitment
 Learning: Calculated risks, institutionalise learning, fast cadence
 Impact: Tackle hard problems, create the future, focus on outcomes
 Stewardship: Lead, make each function and co. stronger over time
Other Information:
How to Apply
Please apply for this position online at www.csiro.au/careers. You will need to upload your cover letter
and resume/CV as one document, expressing your interest in the role and broadly addressing your
suitability. Please provide sufficient relevant information to enable the selection panel to assess your
suitability. Should your application proceeds to the next step, you may be asked to provide additional
information.
If you experience difficulties applying online call 1300 984 220 and someone will be able to assist you.
Outside business hours please email: csiro-careers@csiro.au
Referees:
If you do not already have the names and contact details of two previous supervisors or academic/
professional referees included in your resume/CV please add these before uploading your CV.
Contact: If after reading the selection documentation you require further information please contact:
Anthea Robert via email: anthea.roberts@csiro.au or phone: +61 07 3327 4140. Please do not
email your application directly to Anthea Roberts. Applications received via this method will not be
considered.
About CSIRO
Australia is founding its future on science and innovation. Its national science agency, the Commonwealth
Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is a powerhouse of ideas, technologies and skills
for building prosperity, growth, health and sustainability. It serves governments, industries, business and
communities across the nation.
Find out more! www.csiro.au.
Data61 is the largest data innovation group in Australia. Bringing together our Digital Productivity team
and National ICT Australia (NICTA), we are unrivalled in our intellectual capital and our network with the
global technology marketplace. Find out more! http://www.csiro.au/en/Research/D61