City, University of London Looking for Communications Officer (Staff and Stakeholders) at London Full Time

Founded in 1894, City, University of London is a global university committed to academic excellence with a focus on business and the professions and an enviable central London location.

City attracts around 20,000 students (over 40% at postgraduate level), from more than 150 countries and staff from over 75 countries.

In the last decade City has almost tripled the proportion of its total academic staff producing world-leading or internationally excellent research. During this period City has made significant investments in its academic staff, its estate and its infrastructure and continues to work towards realising its vision of being a leading global university.

Background

We are currently seeking to appoint a Communications Officer (Staff and Stakeholders) for a fixed term (up to 12 months) who can work with us to deliver effective internal communications to our staff.

The Communications Officer will join a friendly team of motivated professionals who work together to tell City’s story to our internal and external audiences.

Responsibilities

Using the full range of internal communications channels, the Communications Officer will deliver key communications to staff to enable them to carry out their roles and stay connected to the University.

They will be responsible for working with colleagues across all levels and areas of the University, including the Executive Team, on staff communications and messaging, often producing copy under very tight deadlines using first-class written communication skills.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have experience of working in internal communications, including the use of a wide range of communications channels such as intranet and e-newsletters, as well as stakeholder engagement, coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Highly developed interpersonal and influencing skills are essential as the job involves building relationships with people across all levels of the University and in the community.

Experience of developing and delivering communications plans, multimedia skills and knowledge of the higher education sector are desirable.

Additional Information

City offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

Closing date: 6th November 2022 at 11:59pm.

City, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

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