Marketing and Public Relations Co-ordinator - Durban, South Africa - Maris Stella is a leading independent Catholic school

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The following post has become available from 1 April 2023


Marketing and Public Relations Co-ordinator:

Maris Stella is a leading independent Catholic school located on the Berea in Durban.

Founded in 1899, the school offers a holistic, empowering and progressive education for girls from Grade 000 to Grade 12.

The school is looking to appoint a vibrant, enthusiastic marketing and public relations co-ordinator to help communicate and market Maris Stella's rich offering to current and prospective parents, pupils and important stakeholders.

He/she will promote the school's unique identity within an ever-changing and challenging world, and bolster visibility and brand awareness.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing, managing and implementing the school's marketing strategy in collaboration with management
• Identifying and initiating new and creative ways to boost brand awareness
• Managing the school's social media accounts
• Managing the school's website
• Producing and managing all content for internal and external products
• Developing engaging and original content for online platforms
• Identifying stories for external publicity purposes
• Collaborating closely with the school's digital and strategic communication partners
• Managing and building on relationships with all relevant stakeholders
• Collaborating with the Maris Stella Old Girls' Association

REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant degree or equivalent, preferably in Marketing, Journalism or Brand Management
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role. Experience working in the school or education space is advantageous but not essential
• Passionate and knowledgeable about marketing, branding, PR, social media and digital content
• Outstanding speaking, writing and editing skills
• An uptodate knowledge and interest in trends and developments in relevant fields, including marketing, technology, youth and education.
• Ability to think creatively and outofthebox
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Experience working on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn platforms
• Knowledge of website management
• Experience in event management and planning
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to manage a budget
• Knowledge of Catholic and Christian principles and values
• Valid driver's licence and own transport

A detailed CV, 3 references and a letter of motivation should be submitted on or before Friday, 3 March 2023.

The Principal
Maris Stella School
558 Stephen Dlamini Road (Essenwood Road)
Durban
4001
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