Communications Officer

Kodaikanal International School is a 124-year-old dynamic international school with a rich history of holistic education, offering the IB continuum of the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP) to our learners. Our beautiful school and community are nestled in the Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu, South India.

At KIS, we empower our students to navigate through life’s challenges to achieve their true potential. We follow an inquiry-based approach that promotes critical thinking, learner agency and a dedication to serving others. We recognize the importance of a meaningful, relevant and engaging curriculum that connects students to real-world contexts for their learning. We are keenly aware of the need to adapt our teaching and learning model to respond to the needs of our students in a world of fast-paced change.

**Role**:
**The Communications Officer**at Kodaikanal International School (KIS) is responsible for managing the creation and dissemination of all external and internal content and in assisting the Chief Marketing Officer in the development and execution of all Marketing programs.

**About Kodaikanal International School**:
KIS Vision Statement: We strive to be a school the world needs: Our graduates will be transformative leaders, caring humans and thoughtful ambassadors for a just, sustainable and peaceful world.

KIS Mission Statement: Kodaikanal International School (KIS) is committed to empowering young people from diverse backgrounds with vision, knowledge, compassion and cross-cultural understanding. We are a community that welcomes everyone and seeks our purpose in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

KIS Values: Accountability, Appreciation, Concern for Others, Consistency, Context, Cooperation, Integrity, Openness, Performance, and Reverence.

**Safeguarding Statement**:
KIS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our care. We support the rights of the child and will act without hesitation to ensure a child-safe environment. We also support the rights and wellbeing of our staff and volunteers and encourage their active participation in building and maintaining a secure environment for all participants. Teachers at KIS must follow the guidelines of the school’s protective behavior policies and protocols, including reporting any situation that might constitute a health and/or safety hazard to students or school employees.

**Qualifications & Experiences**:
**Preferred Qualifications**:

- A Bachelor/Master degree in Communication, Journalism or a related field
- Previous experience in a Marketing Department preferred
- Minimum 5 years’ work experience

**Preferred Hard Skills and Competencies**:

- Market knowledge and in-depth understanding of the best practices of the field of Marketing Communications both in India and overseas

**Preferred Soft Skills and Dispositions**:

- Strong communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to make compelling presentations to potential prospective parents and other external sources
- An ability to interact effectively and build rapport with industry leaders, HNIs and other reputed personalities across sectors and disciplines
- Strong research skills, rigour, resilience, persistence and a keen eye for detail
- The ability to make decisions, multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and challenging environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Sales Force, Canva, Adobe and other relevant software tools
- A deep understanding of digital and social media, and how they can be leveraged to achieve objectives
- Creative and imaginative with a strong Customer Service attitude
- Strong problem-solving ability with excellent organization skills
- Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional relationship with co-workers, visitors and vendors
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to relate well and effectively in a diverse workplace and with a diverse client population
- The ability to travel extensively, and at short notice, within India

**Reports to**:Director of Marketing, Admissions and Development
**Coordinates with**: All KIS Departments

**Responsibilities**:

- Write content for all initiatives including marketing and internal communications
- Manage the publication of all our external publications
- Manage the publication schedule of our monthly newsletter
- Content creation for all articles
- Edit articles submitted by staff members and students
- Assist the Alumni Officer with the publication of Alumni-facing KIS publications
- Manage all social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube)
- Create weekly schedule for posts
- Reply to all incoming inquiries
- Assist the CMO in the coordination and execution of marketing and sales programs
- Assist with the development of materials for prospective parents, students