Digital Communications And Events Officer

Calling all budding Digital Communications professionals!

A renowned institution with a 450-year history is looking to appoint a Digital Communications and Events Officer.

This world-famous school, founded in 1572, boasts a 324-acre estate in north-west London. Catering to around 830 boys aged 13 to 18 from diverse backgrounds, the institution values tradition and produces influential figures. The Alumni Association and Development Trust collaborate closely, fostering lifelong connections among former students.

The school seeks a Digital Communications and Events Officer to creatively enhance engagement, manage digital content, and coordinate a diverse events program across both functions. The role aligns with the institution's core values of Courage, Honour, Humility, and Fellowship.

Role overview

The Digital Communications and Events Officer role is pivotal within a renowned institution's Alumni Relations and Development functions. Responsible for crafting engaging digital content, managing social media, and coordinating diverse events, the officer plays a vital role in enhancing alumni and community connections. With a focus on storytelling and leveraging digital technologies, the role contributes to the organisation's mission of maintaining lifelong connections, promoting brand engagement, and supporting fundraising efforts. The officer's impact extends to fostering a sense of community and enriching the institution's global presence.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and curate engaging multimedia content for digital channels, adhering to brand guidelines.
• Manage and monitor social media channels, fostering alumni engagement and reporting on growth.
• The Digital Communications and Events Officer will update alumni and Support Us web pages through the CMS Finalsite, ensuring accuracy.
• Design and execute Digital Communications, newsletters, and automated campaigns using Blackbaud and Graduway.
• Research and share noteworthy achievements and news of alumni across various media channels.
• Plan, administer, and ensure the smooth execution of a diverse alumni and community events program, collaborating with the Development Directors.

As the Digital Communications and Events Officer,you'll need to bring:

• Proven experience in a similar role, with a minimum of two years in Digital Communications and Events coordination.
• Strong knowledge of digital technologies, including SEO, Google Analytics, CMS, Photoshop, Google Ads, and video editing.
• Excellent written and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for aesthetics and design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage social media channels, particularly Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Great organisational, time management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a busy office environment.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a creative individual to join a prestigious institution with a 450-year history. As a Digital Communications and Events Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the institution's narrative through engaging digital content and diverse events. Contribute to a rich legacy, drive engagement, and enjoy a supportive and collaborative working environment, making a lasting impact on this esteemed community.

Additional information

• Cause: Independent School
• Working environment/culture: Value let and supportive environment.
• Location: Harrow - Mainly office based but with some flexibility with hybrid working.
• How to apply: Please provide an up-to-date CV and a 1-page cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match this position and why you would like to work for this organisation.
• Interview process: This will be a 2-stage interview process with the 1st involving competency-based questions and the 2nd a writing task followed by some additional interview questions.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.