About this role
<p><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School. Our High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Village School is an international community in Houston, Texas, providing a world-class education to our private day and boarding school students. We adhere to the highest academic standards, developing lifelong learners and global citizens who think critically, collaborate genuinely, and give of themselves generously. Ranked nationally for STEAM education and for the diversity of our international student body. Proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global network of schools.</span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Position Summary / Job Goals: </b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Communications Manager leads and executes The Village School’s internal and external communications strategy to ensure consistent, compelling, and mission-aligned messaging across all platforms. This role oversees internal communications, school-wide newsletters, website management, event communications, and social media account management.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Communications Manager works in close collaboration with the Marketing Manager to align messaging with broader marketing initiatives, enrollment strategies, and brand positioning, while maintaining a strong focus on community engagement and storytelling for current families, faculty, staff, and prospective families.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications / Training: </b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or related field</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience managing websites and content management systems</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience managing social media platforms for an organization</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong writing, editing, and content development skills</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Experience / Knowledge: </b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Demonstrated expertise in internal communications strategy and stakeholder messaging</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience producing and managing newsletters</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience overseeing website content strategy, organization, updates, and optimization</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong understanding of social media strategy, engagement analytics, and content planning</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Familiarity with CRM systems and enrollment communications workflows</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to align communications efforts with institutional marketing objectives</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience collaborating cross-functionally to support events, campaigns, and enrollment initiatives</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Understanding of brand governance and consistency across platforms</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience working with external vendors (photography, videography, print, digital services)</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Attributes: </b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strategic thinker with strong storytelling ability</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">High level of personal integrity and professionalism</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong organizational and project management skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and consistency</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across departments</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Committed to continuous improvement</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Reports to / Evaluated by: </b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Director of Admissions and Marketing</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Works in close collaboration with the Marketing Manager, Head of School, Division Principals, Admissions Team, and Nord Anglia Central Services.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Major Responsibilities and Duties: </b></H2> </div><div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Internal Communications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop and manage a comprehensive internal communications strategy for faculty, staff, and families</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Produce and distribute regular school-wide newsletters</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Draft key leadership communications on behalf of school administration</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ensure consistency and clarity of messaging across divisions</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Website Management</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Serve as primary manager of the school website</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Maintain accurate, timely, and engaging content</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Coordinate updates across academic divisions, admissions, athletics, boarding, and events</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Monitor website performance and recommend improvements for user experience and engagement</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Social Media Management</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop and manage the school’s social media content calendar</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Create and publish engaging, mission-aligned content</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Monitor analytics and provide reporting on engagement and growth</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Collaborate with the Marketing Manager on campaign-based initiatives</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Event Communication</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Lead communications strategy for major school events (Open House, Career Fair, community events, etc.)</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop promotional materials and internal messaging to support attendance and engagement</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Coordinate cohesive branding and messaging across platforms</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Collaboration with Marketing</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Partner with the Marketing Manager to ensure alignment between communications and broader marketing strategies</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Support enrollment campaigns through coordinated messaging and storytelling</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt">Maintain consistency of tone, voice, and visual identity across all channels</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Village Believes that Effective Employees are: </b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Accountable</strong> - Establishes a high performing culture and accepts accountability for organizational performance.</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Strategic</strong> - Leads opportunity and is committed to continuous improvement aligned with the organizational vision and direction.</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Collaborative</strong> - Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational outcomes</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Entrepreneurial</strong> - Creates organizational value for diverse stakeholders and achieves commercial success.</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Enabling</strong> - Drives excellence through valuing and developing others</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Agile</strong> - Achieves personal and organizational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment</span></li> <li style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Resilient</strong> - Demonstrates personal resilience within a demanding environment of high expectations</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </p> <p><em><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif">Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the employee or Village to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organization.</span></em></p></div></div></div><p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><span style="color:#222222">TO APPLY:</span></strong> </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="color:#222222">Online applications need to be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV. </span> </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="color:#222222">At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.</span> </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="color:#222222">All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.</span> </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="elementtoproof" style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p class="elementtoproof" style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-family:georgia, palatino, serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><span style="color:#222222">We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.</span></strong> </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><span style="color:#222222">Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</span></strong> </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:9.0px;text-align:start"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><span style="color:#222222">Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.</span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></p> <div style="text-align:start"> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:georgia, palatino, serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="color:#000000"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </div>