Marketing & Communications Coordinator – Maru-a-Pula

Summary

Maru-a-Pula seeks an Independent, highly motivated self-starter, to fill the Marketing & Communications Coordinator position. The Marketing & Communications Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating marketing and communications strategies for Maru-a Pula’s events and publications The Marketing & Communications Coordinator will report to the Principal and Director of Development and work closely with the all those responsible for the various school and alumni publications.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree In marketing, communications. English, Journalism or a related discipline with a strong emphasis In written communication
• Minimum 3 years of proven track record in marketing and communications

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out comprehensive marketing and communications strategies
• Coordinate production of all promotional materials
• Update and upload content on the Maru-a-Pula website and other online-media
• Coordinate the production of school publications (newsletter, yearbook)
• Coordinate internal publications and materials
• Coordinate school photography and develop the MaP photo library

Skills and Requirements

• Good project and campaign management skills
• Knowledge of use and implementation of social and other new media outreach
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign and experience In HTML CSS. PHP and JavaScript are an advantage
• Fluency In spoken and written English
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Excellent organizational, planning and prioritization skills
• Able to work well under pressure
• Creative and resourceful problem solving abilities
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize and work under set deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Self-starter, adaptable, positive and approachable