Marketing and Admissions Associate

About the Role

Sankoré International School in Nairobi, Kenya is seeking an experienced professional to join our team. You will serve as a key member of our admissions and marketing function, playing a vital role in building awareness, enrollment, and family engagement as we prepare for school opening.

Key Responsibilities

Admissions & Enrollment

• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective families, guiding them through the full admissions process from inquiry to enrollment and onboarding
• Manage admissions records, applications, waitlists, and enrollment data with accuracy and confidentiality
• Coordinate school tours, open days, interviews, and admissions events
• Support implementation of the sliding-scale tuition and financial aid processes in alignment with school policies

Marketing & School Visibility

• Support the development and execution of marketing strategies to build awareness and interest ahead of the school opening
• Create and manage engaging digital content including social media, newsletters, website updates, photography, and video support that reflects Sankoré's mission and values
• Assist with event marketing and community outreach initiatives
• Track and report on marketing and admissions performance metrics to inform strategy and growth

Family Engagement & Communication

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with prospective and enrolled families, ensuring a welcoming and responsive experience
• Support parent communication systems, including newsletters, announcements, and onboarding materials
• Assist in managing the school's Learning Management System (LMS) or parent portal for admissions and onboarding purposes
• Coordinate parent events and feedback channels to foster a vibrant, inclusive school community

Systems & Pre-Opening Support

• Help design and refine admissions, marketing, and family engagement systems suitable for a growing international school
• Maintain organized documentation, data, and workflows to support inspections, reporting, and operational readiness
• Collaborate closely with operations, academic leadership, and external partners to ensure alignment across teams

About You

You are a warm, proactive, and highly organized professional with experience in admissions, marketing, or related fields. You are committed to building inclusive communities and have strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.