The primary responsibilities of the Engagement Communications Officer include but are not limited to the following: 

• Embracing and articulating the mission and values of Fordham Prep to alumni, prospects, parents, students, and community;
• Create and identify opportunities to engage the broader Prep community through communications;
• Coordinate and produce content for communication avenues (e-communications, print, web and new media)
• Edit for Prep communications pieces and external placements, electronic and print communications pieces
• Act as the webmaster for the Prep’s website {FinalSite}, develop content, edit and proof content; work with users to improve navigation and design;
• Track all communication engagement opportunities to the Prep community calendars, which include electronic newsletters and school website,
• Create, design & manage high volume of communications and e-communications to alumni, donors, parents, and friends;
• Ensure email marketing and solicitation efforts are coordinated and provide analytics;
• Assist in researching and maintaining email marketing tools (currently FinalSite and School Messenger), and related budget as well as best practices and legal standards for marketing;
• Collect, prioritize, and schedule content for stakeholder engagement via social media platforms;
• Collaborate with the EDC team to ensure all events and fundraising programs are refreshed for all communications streams and work with managers to ensure innovation and use of best practices and industry trends;
• Assist in the execution of events for EDC and Admissions department as needed;
• Represent Fordham Prep at EDC and Admissions events as needed;
• Foster a working relationship with departments across the school (athletics, clubs, faith and service, teachers, etc.) to promote and showcase their activities and recognitions;
• Responsible for additional responsibilities as warranted

 The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• A commitment to the principles and ideals of a Jesuit education as set forth in Fordham Prep’s mission statement;
• Excellent written & oral communication skills to effectively articulate the values and mission of Fordham Prep;
• An ability to identify and implement best practices for the communications and engagement process as well as a complementing data-driven mindset;
• Excellent interpersonal skills - a relationship builder; able to build and foster networks of individuals and institutions;
• A commitment to working as a member of a team - collegial approach to advancement; able to work across office lines to achieve common goals;
• Comfort with ambiguity and able to navigate complex structures;
• 1 - 2 years of professional experience, with specific preference given to previous experience in marketing and communications, advancement or educational settings preferred;
• Successful experience with communications, specifically with web and email as well as social media, marketing, and public relations;
• Advanced computer skills with experience using FinalSite and Blackbaud preferred;
• Self-motivation and creativity, as well as task- and detail-oriented, willing to work both collaboratively and independently;
• Capable of working with sensitive information with complete confidentiality

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications and interviews will take place immediately; the position will be filled shortly thereafter. Please send a letter stating personal interest, a comprehensive resume, and the names and phone numbers of at least two references (who will not be contacted until later in the interview process) by email attachment to: 

[email protected]

Fordham Preparatory School

441 E. Fordham Road

Bronx, NY 10458

 Fordham Prep is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)