EVENTS, MARKETING AND ALUMNAE RELATIONS ASSISTANT

 Herschel Girls School, founded in 1922, situated in Claremont Cape Town, is an inclusive independent Anglican school for girls from Pre-Nursery to Grade 12 which welcomes pupils and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Herschel is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that gives preference, where appropriate in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan, to candidates from the designated groups. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. Failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Herschel Girls School seeks to appoint an

EVENTS, MARKETING AND ALUMNAE RELATIONS ASSISTANT

to commence duties in January 2026

The Events, Marketing and Alumnae Relations Assistant provides essential support to the School’s marketing and communications function. The role assists with the coordination and delivery of events, and the administration of alumnae relations initiatives.

The successful applicant will:

• Assist with planning and running a variety of school events, including open days, parent events, and special assemblies.
• Assist with the administration of alumnae relations, including maintaining databases, coordinating communications, and supporting alumnae events.
• Provide general administrative support to the Marketing team as needed.
• Have strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Have a positive, professional, and approachable manner.
• Have the ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends for events.
• Have some experience in events, marketing, or communications; this is advantageous, but enthusiasm and willingness to learn are essential.
• To hold at heart the School’s tagline of “leading the education of girls into a future of limitless possibilities”..
• To be fully committed to the School’s transformation, equity and belonging strategic objectives in support of an equitable and safe school environment for all.
• To be supportive of the Christian Anglican ethos of the School.

A letter of application (sent as an attachment), accompanied by a comprehensive CV, three contactable references, proof of qualifications or certifications that apply, as well as a Police Clearance certificate, must be uploaded to the application link below.

CLICK HERE to apply by Friday, 31 October 2025.

Herschel Girls School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.