Admissions & Community Officer

The Independent School of Jakarta
Jakarta, Indonesia

Apply to: hr@isj.id with Cover Letter and CV

Contract Details:

  • Contract Type: Fixed Term

  • Position Type: Full-time (Office and Administrative Role)

  • Workplaces: Independent Preparatory, Independent Pre-Prep, Primary, Nursery

  • Start Date: Not specified (applications close 31 October 2025)

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (Education, Communications, or Marketing preferred)

  • Minimum Experience: 3 years

  • Native English speaking skills required

Overview:

The Admissions & Community Officer plays a vital role as the school’s first ambassador — guiding families with care and professionalism from their initial inquiry through to enrollment, and supporting them throughout their time with the school. The role ensures that admissions processes are efficient and welcoming, while also contributing to community engagement, events, and marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the first point of contact for prospective families.

  • Manage the full admissions cycle, from inquiry to enrollment.

  • Ensure a professional, efficient, and parent-focused admissions experience.

  • Liaise with new and existing parents to understand perceptions and advise senior management.

  • Track and report admissions data to leadership.

  • Help organize and participate in community and family events.

  • Support marketing, communications, and editorial content creation.

  • Build relationships with community organizations.

  • Collaborate closely with the Head of School.

  • Perform other administrative duties as required.

Skills & Attributes:

  • Warm, approachable, and confident in public-facing roles.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

  • Professional, flexible, and culturally sensitive.

  • Enthusiastic about education and community building.

Salary & Benefits Package:

  • Base Salary: USD 24,000 – 30,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)

  • Housing: Modern furnished apartment provided (approx. USD 18,000 annual value)

  • Flights: Annual return flights to home country (approx. USD 2,000 value)

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive international health insurance (approx. USD 3,000 value)

  • Total Estimated Package Value: Approximately USD 47,000 – 53,000 per year