Job Description

Job Advert Summary

The Head of Communications and Fundraising is a key member of the RGHS Leadership team with responsibility for developing and delivering communication and marketing strategies, particularly focusing on print, media and digital channels. The role also has lead responsibility for fundraising and event management for the school, including management of our alumnae relations. This post is available from 01 February 2026 (or by arrangement).



Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to an interview and will be taken on a tour of the school and expected to teach a lesson. We reserve the right not to fill the posts. Rustenburg Girls' High School is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to providing equal opportunities. Candidates who meet these criteria will receive preference.

Closing date for applications: Friday 9 January at 00:00

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications and experience:

Bachelor's degree in communication and/or marketing is essential Experience with

event management

,

electronic and social media

is essential Proven track record of successful marketing and publicity strategies as well as sourcing funding and sponsorships essential Experience in planning, budgeting, coordinating and hosting of large events essential Production of school magazines or similar print projects highly recommended Minimum 5 years' experience in Communication and Fundraising at managerial level highly recommended Fundraising experience highly recommended Crisis management capabilities.

Skills and abilities:

Ability to plan, implement and monitor strategies Excellent written communication skills with an ability to write clearly, concisely, accurately and persuasively Experience and excellent ability in proofreading Demonstrable track record of having excellent

organisational skills

to manage competing priorities, deadlines and own workload Innovative, creative and a

self-starter

Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to meet and talk face-to-face with a range of diverse people - business people, donors, parents and staff - with ease and confidence Ability to identify publicity opportunities Ability to understand and manage a diverse environment Be informed about current events as they impact and play out in the school environment e.g. BLM, GBV

Personal attributes

:


A proactive,

self-motivated

and

goal-oriented

individual who is confident and able to gain trust A naturally collaborative team player who is open to ideas Comfortable with being both hands-on and strategic, with a practical "can-do" approach to working with limited resources

Enthusiasm

, imagination, innovation, energy and drive with the ability to inspire confidence both internally and externally High personal

integrity

and commitment to providing strategic, professional, responsive fundraising and marketing activities consistent with our culture and ethical standards Commitment to and understanding of the issues affecting the school and the ability to implement strategies to support initiatives in this regard Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines Willingness to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

Flexibility

as required A genuine interest in promoting the ethos of RGHS

Duties and Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for:

Lead Rustenburg's communications strategy, including oversight and integration of the RGHS brand identity into written and electronic (email, web, social media) communications Communications and marketing leadership ensuring we achieve publicity, awareness and parent and learner engagement Planning, budgeting and developing the marketing and fundraising functions Event management * Fundraising leadership, ensuring growth of the portfolio through active alumnae relations management, sponsorship and funding proposal management