Engagement & Communications Manager

Pennsylvania, USA (Unknown)

$55K/yr – $70K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the school’s engagement and communications ecosystem, coordinating events, programs, and digital content to strengthen community, brand consistency, and stakeholder outreach.

  • Strategy and execution of events, programs, and communications with leadership partners.
  • Oversee major schoolwide events, logistics, and on-site staffing to deliver engaging experiences.
  • Curate and manage visual assets, social channels, and the website to maintain a cohesive brand and accessible resources.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Advancement, Enrollment, Academic, and Communications leadership teams on strategy, messaging, and implementation of engagement efforts, including events, programs, fundraising initiatives, and other special projects.
  • Oversee major annual schoolwide events and programs, including Generations Day, Back to School Night, and other community engagement initiatives, coordinating logistics such as registrations, communications, vendor management, and on-site event staffing and support
  • Support the PTO in planning programs and events that foster school community and engagement
  • Develop program(s) and implement strategies to engage the school’s grandparents
  • Support the Director of Marketing and Communications in drafting, editing, producing, and distributing regular school communications, including newsletters, emails, announcements, and marketing materials
  • Support management of the school's social media accounts
  • Manage and maintain the school’s website, with attention to functionality, accuracy
  • Maintain brand consistency across communications and event materials
  • Capture photos and videos in classrooms and at school events; curate, edit, and organize a comprehensive library of visual assets
  • Assist in the implementation and management of digital marketing campaigns, including initiatives supporting the launch and growth of the new school

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to multitask, liaise, and collaborate with various stakeholders (e.g. staff, faculty, administration, PTO) and demonstrate confidentiality and discretion
  • Meticulous attention to grammar and accuracy of all communications
  • Ability to maintain the professional visual appearance of all communications in alignment with brand standards
  • Initiative, sound judgment, and ability to respond calmly and resourcefully in an environment with shifting priorities
  • Strong willingness to learn and assist in a variety of capacities as needed
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • This position requires some evening and weekend availability

Preferred

  • Graphic design experience is preferred
  • Experience in nonprofit organizations a plus
  • Familiarity with Jewish day schools, independent schools, and/or Jewish community a plus

Benefits

  • Paid time off includes Jewish and secular holidays, two lengthy school vacations, and additional PTO.
  • Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, 403(b) and tuition remission.
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Perelman Jewish Day School

Perelman offers a rigorous dual curriculum for grades Pre-K-5 on two campuses in suburban Philadelphia. Our school provides a unique academic, spiritual, moral and skills based program that fosters the individuality of every child. Visit us at www.pjds.org

Founded in 1956
Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, USA
87 employees

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