# **Head of Marketing & Communications Job Opportunity at Stanford Lake College**

 

Are you a passionate marketing professional looking for an exciting leadership role? Stanford Lake College, a leading independent co-educational school in **Magoebaskloof, Limpopo**, is seeking a **Head of Marketing & Communications** to join their team.  

This is a **full-time position**, reporting directly to the Headmaster, with a start date of **March 2025 or sooner**.  

## **Why Join Stanford Lake College?**  

Stanford Lake College provides a **balanced, all-round quality education**, founded on **Christian values**. This role offers the opportunity to **shape the school's marketing strategy, drive brand engagement**, and connect with various stakeholders, including parents, alumni, and the wider community.  

## **Key Responsibilities**  

As the **Head of Marketing & Communications**, your role will include:  

✅ **Developing and executing the school's marketing strategy** in alignment with its vision and mission.  

✅ **Ensuring brand consistency** across all internal and external communication materials.  

✅ **Creating and designing promotional materials**, newsletters, and other marketing content.  

✅ **Managing the school’s website and social media platforms**, ensuring engaging and up-to-date content.  

✅ **Enhancing communication with parents, alumni, and the community** across multiple channels.  

✅ **Aligning marketing efforts with school admissions** to drive enrollment.  

✅ **Budget planning and management** for all marketing-related activities.  

✅ **Strengthening alumni engagement**, including compiling a quarterly alumni newsletter.  

✅ **Organizing major events**, such as Open Weekends, Alumni Reunions, Golf Days, and Gala Dinners.  

✅ **Overseeing marketing for external events**, including the **Wik Triathlon** and **Wolkberg Trail Run**.  

✅ **Updating PR-related policies** to align with the school’s communication strategy.  

## **Required Skills & Qualifications**  

To excel in this role, you should have:  

✔️ **Proven experience in a similar marketing leadership role**  

✔️ **Strong communication skills** (verbal and written) in English  

✔️ **Creativity and expertise in graphic design** (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or Adobe Lightroom)  

✔️ **Social media and website management skills**  

✔️ **The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines**  

✔️ **A people-oriented mindset** to develop relationships with various stakeholders  

✔️ **Presentation and public speaking skills**  

✔️ **Availability to attend school functions, expos, marketing trips, and events**  

## **How to Apply**  

📩 **Email applications only** to **hr@slc.co.za**  

📅 **Closing Date: 14th February 2025**  

Your application must include:  

- A **comprehensive CV** (maximum **three pages**)  

- **Three contactable referees**  

- Marked **for the attention of the Headmaster**  

📍 **Stanford Lake College is an equal-opportunity employer.** Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

By applying, you consent to the **processing of personal information** as per the **Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)** and the school's **Privacy Policy**.  

🔗 **Learn more about us at** [www.slc.co.za](https://www.slc.co.za)  

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