Communications Officer (School Setting)

The Communications Officer manages and coordinates internal and external communications for the school, ensuring timely and clear dissemination of information to faculty, staff, students, and the public. The role involves creating and managing content for social media, newsletters, the website, and other platforms while maintaining the schools brand voice and tone. The officer also supports campaigns, documents events, and collaborates with various departments to enhance engagement and communication effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and disseminate internal communications, including announcements, memos, and circulars for faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintain and update both physical and digital bulletin boards across campus.
• Ensure consistent messaging across departments for clear and effective information sharing.
• Plan, create, and manage content for the schools social media channels.
• Draft newsletters, press releases, and official communications for parents, alumni, and the public.
• Update website content and assist with marketing and admissions materials as needed.
• Capture, document, and share highlights from school events, programs, and achievements.
• Write and edit content across multiple platforms, maintaining the schools brand voice and tone.
• Collaborate with marketing, admissions, and academic teams to support campaigns and communication initiatives.
• Monitor social media engagement and performance, recommending improvements for content and strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Understanding of internal communications and social media content management.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Experience in a school or educational institution is a plus.
• Open to entry- to mid-level candidates with creativity, initiative, and a proactive mindset.