Marketing & Communications Officer

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic Marketing & Communications professional to develop and implement strategic initiatives aimed at retaining and increasing student enrolments across our schools. In this role, you will work closely with school Principals and the wider Marketing & Communications team to deliver impactful campaigns and provide expert guidance across a range of marketing activities.

This is a full-time, contracted position, primarily based on-site at schools, with additional time spent engaging with the broader Marketing & Communications Team at our Thebarton Corporate Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and implement an effective marketing strategy to increase enrolments.
• Provide comprehensive marketing and communications support to both schools
• Shape and enhance the branding of schools
• Execute a variety of marketing duties to support the needs of the schools.
• Administer the schools’ social media accounts and websites to boost profiles and community engagement.
• Coordinate with external providers to develop professional marketing and promotional materials.
• Assist with the organising of marketing events and activities as required.
• Support system-wide marketing strategies and activities.
• Work closely with the Communications Lead – Brand & Marketing, to monitor marketing expenditure and review outcomes to optimise tactics.

About You

To be successful, you’ll need:

• Previous experience in a marketing and communications role.
• Experience in managing online content, planning and implementing social media strategies.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles including brand management and marketing strategy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft packages including desktop publishing and graphic design skills.
• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to prepare and edit content for various platforms and audiences.
• A tertiary qualification in public relations, journalism, marketing or related field.
• High attention to detail, accuracy and ability to proofread.
• Organisational, prioritisation and time management skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to develop a positive rapport with others and build engaging, credible, trusting and respectful relationships.
• Ability to travel between schools and our head office in Thebarton.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information

Why Join Us?

• Great Team & Company Culture
• Generous leave entitlements
• Study Incentives & Professional Development Allowance
• Exciting New Office Location in mid-2026 (Greenhill Road, Parkside)

We are Catholic Education South Australia with over 9,500 staff who are Raising Hearts and Minds of more than 56,000 students across our 101 Catholic Schools. Through our commitment to educational excellence, we provide dynamic, innovative, and personalised learning in a Catholic context, from Early Years to Year 12.

Our schools work in partnership with families to educate and nurture the whole person, helping them to be thriving people, capable learners and leaders for the world God desires.

How To Apply

• Cover letter (1 page) outlining the following:
• your experience relevant to the role
• what has motivated you to apply and
• what you hope to contribute to the CESA community.
• Resume

Applications close Friday 12 June, 9am ACST