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Marketing, Admissions & Events Coordinator

The Deutsche Schule Durban is a co-educational primary school situated in Cowies Hill, Durban. It caters for the educational needs of children ranging from Kindergarten (18 months and older) to Grade 7. The medium of instruction is in GERMAN from Kindergarten up to and including Grade 4. The school is seeking a creative, dynamic, and results-driven professional to join its team as a Marketing, Admissions & Events Coordinator. This role is ideal for someone passionate about education, skilled in communication, and motivated to actively grow school enrolment while enhancing the school’s public image and community engagement.

Vacancy Details

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement innovative marketing strategies to promote the school and increase enrolments
  • Manage the admissions process, including handling enquiries, school tours, and follow-ups with prospective families
  • Plan and coordinate school events, open days, and community outreach initiatives
  • Create engaging content for social media, newsletters, and promotional materials
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, prospective families, and the wider community
  • Monitor enrolment trends and provide strategies to meet growth targets

Requirements

  • Proven experience in marketing, communications, or admissions (education sector preferred)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects
  • Creative thinker with a proactive and energetic approach
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficiency in digital marketing and social media platforms

Key Attributes

  • Energetic, enthusiastic, and approachable
  • Innovative and strategic mind-set
  • Goal-oriented with a focus on increasing enrolment
  • Passion for working in an educational environment

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and references to [email protected], marked “Attention for the Principal: Marketing” by 17h00, Friday, 3 April 2026.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a brief CV to the school by e-mailing it to [email protected], marked “Attention for the Principal”. The closing date for submissions is 17h00, 03 April 2026.
The appointment of candidates is at the Deutsche Schule Durban’s sole discretion. Applicants are invited from South African citizens and persons with a legal work permit. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from the Deutsche Schule Durban within 10 days of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful in your application. 

Deutsche Schule Durban, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

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