College Vision:

St John’s Catholic College is a safe, connected, learning community. We strive for excellence and ensure the holistic development of each student through a balanced approach to faith, academic, sporting and cultural activities.

Primary Objective:

The strategic intent of the School Officer - Enrolments, Marketing, Projects and Administration is to coordinate the enrolment and marketing processes, as well as coordinate selected College events. The role also includes database, project and administration support to Principal.

Key Duties:

Enrolments & Marketing

● Coordinate the enrolment process for all students in line with the College enrolment criteria and application processes.

● Develop and publish social media and marketing materials to support the growth in enrolments, communicate key messages, and enhance the positive position of the College in the market.

● Liaise and coordinate with suppliers, including but not limited to: college uniform, marketing and promotions, signage, awards, etc.

● Establish and maintain productive community partnerships.

Projects & Administration

● Provide a high level of administrative support to the Principal.

● Coordinate the Principal’s schedule and manage the Principal’s work flow in an organised and coordinated manner.

● Provide a high level of communication support including the management of files, emails, correspondence and the drafting of reports.

● Support the Principal in the administration of projects and compliance reporting.

● Support the Principal in the administration of Human Resources Management functions.

● Research and draft policy and support the Principal with the consultation processes.

● Coordinate and provide administrative support to the College Advisory Board.

● Undertake research and brief the Principal on relevant educational matters.

● Apply for ad hoc grants to support the College.

● Accompany the Principal to selected meetings,



activities and events.

Administration & Events

● Manage identified College events, including but not limited to: school photo day, formal assemblies, graduation, open days and other significant events.

● Provide administration and database management support as part of the College Administration Team.

● Support the Administration Team with the delivery of service, including Front Desk as required.

● Support College events outside of regular hours where required.

● Any other duties as directed by the Principal or Business Manager.

Selection Criteria:

● Maintain a current Northern Territory Working with Children Check (Ochre Card).

● A demonstrated understanding of the ethos of a Catholic school and its mission.

● Qualifications and/or experience in marketing, and highly developed administration and school database skills.

● Level of ICT literacy to undertake the role, including a working knowledge of a range of software to support enrolment, marketing and administration functions.

● The ability to work as part of a team as well as complete tasks independently with highly developed time and project management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

● High level written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate appropriately, effectively and professionally with a range of stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds.

● Experience working in a school setting with the ability to work in accordance with college, system and jurisdiction policy, processes and legislation including the ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Position descriptions are evolving documents that are reviewed and updated as part of school and system processes. Last Reviewed November 2026. Cameron Hughes, Principal.

Applications close on Friday, 20th November 2026.

The contract position is set to commence on Monday, 30th November 2026, or on a negotiable date for the right candidate.

📌 School Officer: Enrolments, Marketing, Projects and Administration (Darwin)
🏢 Catholic Education Office NT
📍 Darwin