Company Description John Knox Christian School - Oakville is a private, faith-based day school serving Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 students in Oakville, Ontario. Founded in 1959, the school offers a Christ-centered learning environment that emphasizes exceptional academics, Christian character development, and educating the whole child. With approximately 340 students, varied class sizes, and a fully equipped facility, JKCS provides diverse academic, artistic, athletic, and extracurricular programs. The school maintains a family-like atmosphere, requires student uniforms, and offers busing and before- and after-school care to support families in the community.
Role Description The Director of Communications and Alumni Relations is a full-time, on-site role based in Oakville, ON. This position is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy that supports the school’s mission and enhances its visibility within the community. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and managing external and internal communications, drafting press releases, coordinating media relations, and overseeing public relations initiatives. The role also involves leading alumni engagement efforts, including maintaining alumni databases, organizing events and campaigns, and developing programs that foster ongoing connections between graduates and the school. The Director collaborates with school leadership, faculty, and administrative staff to ensure consistent messaging across digital platforms, print materials, and community outreach activities.
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
- Experience in strategic communications and planning, with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive communication and engagement strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare press releases and manage media relations, including outreach, follow-up, and response to inquiries.
- Background in public relations, including reputation management, community outreach, and event-related communications.
- Relevant post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
- Experience with digital communication tools, social media management, email marketing platforms, and website content updates.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with alumni, families, staff, and community partners.
- Alignment with the school’s Christian mission and values, and comfort working within a faith-based educational environment.
- Prior experience in education, non-profit, or faith-based organizations is an asset.
