Marketing, Admissions&Events Coordinator, Durban

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.

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 , marked“Attention for the Principal: Marketing” by 17h00, Friday, 3 April 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

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.

Our vision is to provide a holistic education of a high standard in both German and English for all children of our society, in a Christian context, regardless of background, culture and religion, which will prepare them for a globalised world.

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