Head of Marketing and Admissions

SAHETI School is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, whilst promoting the values and ethos of Hellenism. The school is situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg.

We seek an experienced, strategic, and driven Head of Marketing and Admissions to lead and grow our marketing efforts while overseeing the admissions process.

Personal Competencies:

• Professionalism
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer literacy
• Self-motivation and initiative
• Organizational and time management skills
• Team player
• Detail orientated
• Creativity
• Resourcefulness
• The ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines
• Tenaciousness and perseverance
• Sound judgement and decision making

Desired experience and qualifications

• Degree in Marketing and Communications and/or Public Relations;
• At least five years experience in a similar position, experience in an educational environment is a distinct advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and execute marketing strategy in line with school objectives;
• Co-ordinate and manage marketing campaigns, working collaboratively within a team;
• Identify opportunities for increasing awareness, enquiries, and enrolments;
• Cultivate media relationships and manage media liaison to generate maximum publicity;
• Prepare press releases and manage all media messaging;
• Plan, produce and manage content for social media and digital platforms;
• Engage and foster relationships with feeder schools and community organisations;
• Conduct competitor research;
• Market SAHETI at exhibitions and other events;
• Conduct school tours for prospective parents/students;
• Compile and update promotional material; oversee layout, design, and production process;
• Proofread and edit documents and articles, as required;
• Identify and negotiate advertising opportunities, provide input on content and final approval;
• Ensure consistent application of school brand and identity;
• Provide input and support for school events;
• Work closely with service providers in planning and achieving photo/video shoot outcomes;
• Plan and control departmental budget;
• Source promotional gifts for various requirements;
• Uphold the traditions and ethos of the school;
• Produce management reports.