Marketing Communications Manager

Role summary

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The Marketing Communications Manager leads communications, publicity, content, social media, and promotional activities for Fairfield by Marriott Belitung. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in marketing, communications, public relations, hospitality, or a related field; several years of relevant hotel or agency experience; strong writing and presentation skills; and fluency in English and Indonesian. The candidate is expected to build media relationships, support campaigns that increase awareness and bookings, maintain brand standards, coordinate with sales and operational teams, manage digital channels, and represent the hotel professionally. Knowledge of the local tourism market, creativity, organization, and the ability to work flexibly in a resort environment are important.

About the employer

Fairfield by Marriott Belitung is part of Marriott International’s Fairfield by Marriott brand, which focuses on dependable, comfortable accommodation and friendly service at an accessible price point. The property serves leisure travelers visiting Belitung’s beaches and islands, as well as domestic and international guests seeking a relaxed resort destination. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous brands and countries. Employees generally work within established global standards covering guest service, brand presentation, ethics, safety, and professional development. In this role, the manager would help position the hotel in the local and wider Indonesian market through media engagement, digital storytelling, partnerships, events, and coordinated marketing campaigns.

Working in Indonesia

Belitung Island, off Sumatra’s eastern coast, is known for granite-boulder beaches, clear water, seafood, and a slower lifestyle than Indonesia’s major cities. Employment is concentrated in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism services, transport, retail, and growing digital or creative businesses. Local culture blends Malay traditions with Chinese-Indonesian influences, and Bahasa Indonesia is essential; English is valuable in hospitality. Life is generally peaceful and affordable, although specialist services and international shopping are more limited than in Jakarta or Bali. New arrivals should expect tropical heat, seasonal rain, and island transport based mainly on cars or motorcycles. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate Indonesian immigration visa, arranged before starting work; tourist visas do not authorize employment. Confirm current requirements with Marriott and Indonesian authorities, and negotiate housing, flights, insurance, tax, and relocation support.