Communications & Events

Job Title

Communications & Events Coordinator

Location

Hyderabad

Department

Marketing & Communications

Reports To

Director of Admissions & Marketing / Head of School

Job Summary

The

Communications & Events Coordinator

is responsible for planning and executing internal and external communications, while organizing events that enhance the school’s image, culture, and community engagement. This role serves as a key link between the school, parents, students, staff, and the wider community, ensuring clear, consistent, and engaging communication across all channels.

Key Responsibilities

1. Communications & Content Creation

• Develop and execute the school’s internal and external communication strategies.
• Create compelling content for newsletters, email campaigns, press releases, and school announcements.
• Manage school-wide communication tools (e.g., newsletters, bulletin boards, parent portals).
• Maintain brand tone and consistency in all written and visual materials.

1. Digital & Social Media Management

• Oversee content creation and publishing for the school’s website and social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Monitor engagement, track analytics, and adjust strategies for outreach and visibility.
• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and graphic designers to produce multimedia content.
• Ensure timely updates of school news, events, and student achievements online.

1. Event Planning & Coordination

• Plan and coordinate school events such as open houses, orientations, cultural events, graduation ceremonies, and community fairs.
• Work cross-functionally with academic teams, operations, and student bodies for successful event execution.
• Handle logistics including venue setup, vendor coordination, communications, and post-event feedback.
• Maintain a school-wide events calendar and oversee timelines and task tracking.

1. Community Engagement

• Foster positive relationships with parents, alumni, and local organizations through engagement initiatives.
• Support fundraising, sponsorship, and community outreach efforts.
• Collect testimonials and success stories to showcase school culture and achievements.

1. Crisis Communication & Internal Messaging

• Support leadership with sensitive or urgent communications (e.g., closures, health/safety updates).
• Maintain clear lines of communication between administration, faculty, students, and families.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in communications, event management, or marketing—preferably in an educational or nonprofit environment.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, social media platforms, email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp), and website CMS (e.g., WordPress).
• Fluency in English (required); additional languages are a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working in a multicultural or international school setting.
• Creative eye for design, branding, and storytelling.
• Familiarity with international curricula (IB, Cambridge, etc.).
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is an advantage.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working Hours

Full-time, Monday to Saturday

May require occasional evening or weekend availability for school events