Purpose: The primary purpose of Communications Associate is to be responsible for carrying out specific objectives, procedures and programs in support of Advancement efforts on behalf of the school.

About Convent & Stuart Hall

At Convent & Stuart Hall, we are committed to developing resilient, resourceful and engaged thinkers who are equipped to thrive in an evolving world. Our rigorous K-12 educational model is a dynamic blend of single-sex and co-ed classes, supported by small class sizes and resources reflective of a large school. We deliver an interactive learning experience, curated by faculty highly regarded in their academic fields so that students graduate with confidence in what they know, how they think and who they are. Our community is part of an international network of Sacred Heart schools, where students and adults embrace the catholic charism of our Sacred Heart founders, which is spiritually inclusive and global in nature.The school is organized into four academic divisions, each led by a Division Head, sharing resources and a central administration, all of which is under the direction of the President.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Communications team to help manage the communications needs including in-house and outsourced creative projects.
• Write and proofread various communication and marketing materials.
• Help produce and curate content for e-newsletters, internal and external websites, social media, presentations, signage, print publications, giving appeals, and event collateral
• Collaborate with members of internal community for integrated communications, proactively managing project deadlines
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Advancement Officer and Multi Media Communications Director including special projects as they arise
• Assists in coordinating and producing special events, including but not limited to: communicating with facilities and key school personnel on event needs, vendor communication prior to and during events, marketing and invitations for events, social media coverage, run of show event execution, reviewing vendor invoices and contracts.
• Morning/Afternoon Traffic Duty

Qualifications:

Requires a BA/BS degree.

Previous Project Management and/or Advancement experience or related field preferred Demonstrated excellence in writing, grammar, proofreading

Highly proficient with Apple systems, Google Apps, and Microsoft Office

Experience in web content management systems and other digital production tools such as Tumblr, Wix, WordPress, Flickr, MailChimp, etc.

Must be detail-oriented, organized and willing to take initiative

Able to manage projects with minimal supervision, to work quickly and to focus in a fast-paced environment

Must have excellent teamwork skills.

Requires the ability to work well with 9-12 students and with adult colleagues.

Must be a role model in embracing and living out the Schools’ mission, goals and criteria; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of the community.

Experience with independent schools preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly lifting or carrying 1-20 lbs.
• Regular pushing/pulling/bending/stooping/kneeling
• Regularly climbing stairs**
• Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
• Requires the ability to tolerate and work in a loud and active environment
• Requires physical presence, work to be performed on campus**
• Ability to travel 1-2 times per year.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.**

** Denotes essential functions of the position.

Benefits:

The school is committed to providing competitive salaries in addition to a rich benefits package for eligible employees including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Paid holiday and sick days
• Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Free lunch during the school year
• Flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care and commuting expenses.

EEO Policy

Convent & Stuart Hall is an equal opportunity employer that does not and will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical/mental disability or veteran status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.