The Marketing & Communications Coordinator will be responsible for developing and executing the marketing strategies and communication plans for both the elementary and high school. This role involves managing all aspects of the school’s brand, promoting its programs, enhancing its brand awareness, and effectively communicating with various stakeholders including parents, students, alumni, and the Viking community. The candidate should be well-versed in multiple aspects of development work including major gift programs, annual giving, planned giving and event planning.
Manage and update the school’s website to ensure it is current and informative.
Create compelling and engaging content for various platforms, including social media, the school website, newsletters, print materials, and press releases.
Develop and execute social media strategies to enhance the school’s online presence and engagement. Analyze social media metrics to track performance and adjust strategies as needed.
Develop visual and written content in print and electronic formats that align with the school’s brand and messaging.
Work with the admissions team to support enrollment and recruitment efforts.
Coordinate internal communications to keep staff, students, and parents informed about school news and events.
Manage school’s relationship with outside vendors, photographers and printers.
Maintain and enhance the school’s brand identity and ensure consistency across all marketing materials.
Assist in planning and execution of marketing events, open houses, and promotional activities.
Collaborate with the Pastor, Principals, and Advisory Board in the implementation of a multi-faceted fundraising plan that meets the operational fundraising goals of the school.
Establish fundraising priorities that have the greatest impact on achieving fundraising goals in a fiscally responsible manner.
Identify new major gift sources and serve as the school’s primary knowledge base for funding opportunities and philanthropic outlets. Lead the advancement efforts to significantly increase the numbers and size of major gifts.
Prospect, cultivate, solicit, develop, and maintain relationships with donors at all levels.
Plan, develop and direct the annual appeal campaign, special fundraising events, and have proficiency with digital campaigns.
Research and submit grant proposals and track grant reporting requirements.
Oversee donor database (input, maintenance, and use) and all donor gift acknowledgments.
Lead and manage all aspects of key fundraising events including volunteer management, event promotion and execution, and sponsorship solicitations.
Develop, design, and execute content generation that supports advancement of the school’s mission including all fundraising materials and annual reports.
Communicate with and actively engage the various constituencies of the school, including the Advisory Board, faculty, parents, alumni, and staff.
Keep current on important developments within the local, regional, and national funding scene.
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field.
Proven experience in marketing, communications, or a similar role.
Familiarity with graphic design tools and photography
Proficiency in using social media platforms, content management systems, and marketing software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Creative thinking and the ability to generate innovative ideas.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience in the education sector is a plus.
Please send your resume and letter of interest to St. Elizabeth School or submit via email to Ms. Shaquona Meyers, Elementary School Principal, at
and Mr. Patrick Jordan, High School Principal at
.