Canberra Girls Grammar School is seeking an outstanding individual for the position of Executive Director (Communications, Engagement & Advancement) who will lead, plan and implement comprehensive communications and engagement strategies to support the School's Strategic Design.
Applications for this position close: 9.00am, Monday 30 May 2022, although we reserve the right to make an early appointment should a suitable applicant apply.
Who we are
Canberra Girls Grammar School (CGGS) is an independent non-selective Anglican school with an enrolment of approximately 1,300 students. The School has a strong reputation as a leader in the education of girls.
CGGS is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School authorised to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP - from 2022) and the Diploma Programme.
Our intent is to develop children and young women that are well-educated and who insist on living ethically and purposely. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated, supportive and innovative team in a school committed to excellence.
The Role
Reporting to the Principal, the Executive Director (Communications, Engagement and Advancement) will lead, plan and implement comprehensive communications and engagement strategies to support the School’s Strategic Design. Leading a high performing team, the Executive Director will be responsible for the School’s brand and image, student enrolments, alumnae and engagement activities across the whole School community.
The Executive Director will excel at implementing an integrated communications and engagement program, effectively positioning key messages by ensuring quality communications, planning and management of media relations, leveraging social media platforms, stakeholder relationships and brand management.
The key purpose of this role is to lead the School strategically, innovatively and collaboratively as a member of the School Executive, continually engage the School community and lead innovative approaches in the Enrolments, Engagement, Marketing and Communications and Advancement areas.
The Executive Director (Communications, Engagement and Advancement) is responsible for the leadership and development of the Enrolments, Engagement, Marketing and Communications, and Advancement portfolios. It is responsible for developing and implementing effective strategies to successfully engage the School’s wider community, including prospective, current and past students, parents and grandparents; current and past staff; donors, supporters and friends of the School for the purposes of:
In addition to high level management skills, the role especially requires creative and innovative thinking.
The Benefits of Working at CGGS
Applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Vulnerable People check prior to commencing employment.
Applications
Further information, including the position description can be found on the School’s website https://employment.cggs.act.edu.au/. Applications should be made via the online application form on the Employment page of our website https://employment.cggs.act.edu.au/.
Applications should include a current resume and short cover letter. Please ensure you upload your documents as PDF files. Applications will be reviewed as received.
Queries regarding this position should be directed via email to [email protected]. Please note that applications cannot be accepted via the employment email address.
