Marketing Assistant Communications

Marketing Assistant Communications

Founded in 1877, Durban Girls’ College is a leading independent girls’ school with a proud history and a strong Christian ethos that offers an innovative, forward looking and relevant education for girls from Grade 00 to Grade 12.
　
The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Copywriting, design and proofreading of all marketing materials including but not limited to The College Chatter newsletter, The Galleon Yearbook, prospectus, invitations, powerpoint presentations, brochures, handbooks, posters, press releases, social media and advertisements.
• Creating social media content.
• Creating website content.
• Video live streaming of school events through Facebook.
• Photography and videography of all events.
• Briefing of photographers and videographers.
• Maintaining a photographic library.
• Providing support to the Marketing Manager including marketing strategies and research, marketing communication and public relation activities

Requirements:

• A well-presented, self-motivated individual interested in working in a highly competitive environment.
• A person with integrity and empathy for young people.
• A person who understands the Christian ethos of the school.
• Familiarity with local, national and international education markets and trends would be an advantage.
• A highly effective communicator.
• Strong writing skills with excellent grammar and spelling.
• An ability to manage multiple projects at a time and work under pressure.
• The capacity to work after hours to meet urgent deadlines and to post social media.
• Highly computer literate and an expert in internet and social media with a demonstrated track record
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, InDesign/Canva and Google.
• Proficiency in posting content to Facebook & Instagram.
• Great attention to detail.
• A communication or design degree.
• One years’ experience in a similar position.

The Board of Governors and Executive Head seek to appoint a suitable candidate effective 1 March 2023. A detailed CV and letter of motivation should be submitted care of: vacancies@dgc.co.za by no later than 12 February 2023.

Durban Girls’ College is not an ordinary school. We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our girls both inside and outside of the classroom.

Durban Girls’ College is an equal opportunity employer An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview and only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. If you have not been contacted within 14 days of this advertisement closing please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. College reserves the right not to fill this position
　
Durban Girls' College], in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.