Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
An exciting opportunity has opened for a
Communications Manager at the
Australian International School! If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are driven by growth and development, this role is perfect for you!
Position Objective:
- Acts as a key custodian of the AIS brand, vision, mission, and values, ensuring they are reflected in all internal communications and promoted to external stakeholders.
- Takes ownership of planning and execution of internal and corporate communications, as well as events for parents, staff, prospective families, and other key stakeholders.
- Constantly seeking new opportunities to share the school's vision, mission, and values with the community and to celebrate the school's successes.
- Leads the strategic planning, organisation, and execution of a wide range of internal and external events that align with the school's strategic goals.
- Collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders — including school leadership, academic teams, facilities and logistics, marketing, admissions, ICT, and parent representatives — to ensure seamless delivery of communications and events.
- Co-plans, coordinates, and manages an annual calendar of events, both on and off campus, supporting teachers and academic leadership with event delivery and related communications.
Key determinants of success include: refined event management skills, a strong service mindset, exceptional organisational and planning abilities, effective stakeholder management, and clear, strategic communication
Position Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Communications or related field, with experience in corporate communications or event management.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of digital literacy, with a willingness to learn new software as needed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including copywriting and editing for diverse audiences and platforms.
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate, collaborate, and build positive relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing a small team effectively.
- Exceptional organisational, prioritisation, and time management skills.
- Understanding of commercial sensitivity and the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
- Adaptable and flexible, with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks, including those outside the immediate scope of work, as directed by leadership.
- Experience working with expatriate communities and diverse stakeholder groups.
- Strong understanding and capability of photography, videography, and basic video editing.
Qualifications:
- Degree or diploma qualification in Communications or a related field
- 5 years+ experience in Communications or Marketing Communications
Access the full Job Description for this role
here .
How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date of
31 May 2026.
We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.
Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.
