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

• 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Skills Required

Content Creation, community engagement, Microsoft Office