Commencement Date: 1 January 2026
Closing Date: 3 November 2025
Location: Brooklyn, Pretoria, South Africa
School: Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS)
Apply via email: workhardplaystraight@whps.co.za
School website: www.whps.org.za
🏫 ABOUT WHPS
Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS) is a traditional, Christian boys’ school (Pre-Prep co-ed), dedicated to nurturing future leaders in a close-knit, values-driven environment. The school caters to learners from Grade 0 to Grade 7.
🎯 POSITION OVERVIEW
WHPS is seeking a creative, highly organised Communication and Events Coordinator to support the school’s storytelling, digital presence, and events. You will play a vital role in showcasing school life and supporting marketing and admissions initiatives.
📝 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assist the Admissions and Marketing Manager in daily marketing and communications tasks
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Manage and grow the school’s presence on social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
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Create engaging content (images, video, copy) to capture school life and events
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Maintain and update the school website with current, engaging content
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Track and report on engagement analytics from digital platforms and events
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Support the coordination and administration of school events, including setup and logistics
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Liaise with staff, suppliers, and parents to ensure seamless communication and execution
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Provide general office and admin support to the marketing department
✅ REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
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Experience with social media platforms and content creation
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Basic photography and videography skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to tone and detail
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office
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Excellent organisational and planning skills
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Strong event logistics coordination abilities
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate with diverse stakeholders
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Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently
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Willingness to work at events outside normal working hours
📩 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, submit the following to workhardplaystraight@whps.co.za by Monday, 3 November 2025:
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A covering letter
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Your curriculum vitae (CV)
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Written testimonials (if available)
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Names and contact numbers of at least three referees
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✅ Complete the WHPS Application Form: Click here
(Note: Applications without this completed form will not be considered.)
🔔 PLEASE NOTE
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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If you do not hear from WHPS within 2 weeks of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.
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WHPS reserves the right not to fill the position.