Marketing & PR Non-Executive Commissioner
Job Posted: 2 January 2025
- Contract Term: Fixed Term
- Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Part time
- Salary: Voluntary
- Industries: Management & Executive Sales & Marketing Construction and Labour
Marketing & PR Non-Executive Commissioner
Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC)
Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight
Time Commitment: Approximately eight meetings per year
Remuneration: Voluntary role (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Cowes Harbour Commission seeks an experienced and dynamic individual to join our Board as a Non-Executive Commissioner specialising in Marketing and Public Relations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and future success of Cowes Harbour, a key maritime hub at the heart of the Isle of Wight's economy and community.
The Role
As a Non-Executive Commissioner, you will:
- Provide expert guidance on marketing and public relations strategies to enhance the visibility, reputation, and engagement of Cowes Harbour.
- Contribute to developing strategic initiatives that promote sustainable growth and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
- Bring a fresh perspective to Board discussions and help shape policies that ensure the Harbour’s long-term success.
- Attend and actively participate in approximately eight board meetings annually, offering insights and advice based on your expertise.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a passionate individual with:
- Significant experience in marketing, public relations, or communications, preferably in a maritime, tourism, or community-focused context.
- Proven strategic thinking and a track record of delivering impactful campaigns.
- Strong networking skills and the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- A commitment to the values of transparency, sustainability, and community engagement.
- An understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges facing Cowes Harbour and its stakeholders.
What We Offer
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on one of the UK’s most iconic harbours.
- Collaborate with passionate and dedicated commissioners and the executive team.
- Opportunities to influence key strategic decisions in an environment that values innovation and forward-thinking.
Application Process:
If you are interested in this rewarding voluntary role, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected]
For further information about Cowes Harbour Commission and this role, visit www.cowes.co.uk
Deadline for Applications: 31 January 2025
Help us shape the future of Cowes Harbour!
Cowes Harbour Commission
Cowes is one of the most visited ports on the south coast of England and provides excellent boating facilities and services in the harbour and on the River Medina through the many boatyards, marinas, and marine services operators. Home to Red Funnel's regular vehicle ferry and freight ferry services operating between East Cowes and Southampton, as well as their high-speed passenger ferries. It is also the major port of entry for commercial shipping trading to the Isle of Wight and one of the busiest leisure ports in the UK -a foremost centre for yacht racing, a popular cruising destination, easily accessible for all types of vessel, and therefore a magnet for visiting tall ships and private yachts. Cowes Harbour is a Trust Port, which means it has no shareholders or other owners, but is managed for the benefit of its users, or ‘stakeholders’ and is run by a Commission of 10 Harbour Commissioners who give their time on a voluntary basis. Cowes Harbour Commission’s main function is to be the Statutory Harbour Authority for Cowes and to undertake commercial activities, so that it can be self-financing. A publicly accountable body, the Commission strives to ensure that it maintains proper standards of safety, transparency, accountability, integrity and honesty and to support and encourage the local economy.
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