Communications and Engagement Officer

King's College London

Oct 4

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Marketing
Media & Journalism
London

Requirements

Educated to degree level, or A level/HNC/NVQ 3/HND level (or equivalent) with relevant vocational skills and experience
Excellent standard of English, including the ability to write in different tones and styles, translating complex information clearly for different audiences
Proven ability to proofread and edit materials for clarity and accuracy
Excellent interpersonal skills: able to establish good working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, providing advice with tact and diplomacy in relation to communications and engagement activity
Ability to manage multiple work streams independently, prioritise and work to tight (and sometimes conflicting) deadlines. Experience of using initiative, good judgement and problem-solving skills to move projects forward in a timely way, recognising when to ask for help
Experience of creating content for the web and social media channels in a professional capacity, including experience of using Content Management Systems to manage webpages
Experience of supporting and running events and workshops
A collaborative attitude to working within a busy team and desire to learn from others
Proficiency in digital design packages and video editing software such as the Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
Experience of working within the Higher Education sector, or in science or health communications
Professional qualification or relevant experience in communications, public relations or marketing

Responsibilities

As a Communications & Engagement Officer for the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, you will work with the rest of the Faculty Communications team to drive effective, high-quality communications and engagement activity with both internal and external audiences.
You will have responsibility for producing Faculty newsletters, updating web pages, creating social media posts and aspects of event organisation and administration.
You will also develop and share great stories about research, teaching and student and staff achievements, helping to reinforce the Faculty’s reputation for excellence.
This is a busy, varied role that will suit someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced and busy environment.
You will need to work on multiple projects concurrently, and must be able to maintain high standards of accuracy and consistency of messaging.
You will need strong interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to engage and connect with colleagues at all levels to build effective working relationships.
This is a full time post, and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Communications and Engagement Officer position?

The salary range for this position is £38,232 - £42,999 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located at Guy's Campus, King’s College London.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 20 October 2024.

What type of contract will be offered for this position?

This is a full-time post, and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Rosie Huckle at rosie.huckle@kcl.ac.uk for more information about the job.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Candidates are expected to have experience in managing multiple work streams, creating content for web and social media channels, supporting and running events, and establishing good working relationships with stakeholders.

Is a degree required for this position?

Yes, candidates should be educated to degree level, or have A level/HNC/NVQ 3/HND level (or equivalent) with relevant vocational skills and experience.

What skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include excellent written English, proofreading and editing abilities, strong interpersonal skills, initiative, problem-solving skills, and experience in content creation for the web and social media.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this position?

Desirable qualifications include proficiency in digital design packages and video editing software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva, experience in the Higher Education sector or in science/health communications, and relevant professional qualifications in communications, public relations, or marketing.

Will I need to attend events as part of this role?

Yes, the role involves supporting and running events and workshops.

King's College London

Education

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Mission & Purpose

King’s College London is amongst the top 40 universities in the world and top 10 in Europe (THE World University Rankings 2024), and one of England’s oldest and most prestigious universities.  With an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research, King’s maintained its sixth position for ‘research power’ in the UK (2021 Research Excellence Framework).   King's has more than 33,000 students (including more than 12,800 postgraduates) from some 150 countries worldwide, and 8,500 staff. For nearly 200 years, King’s students and staff have used their knowledge and insight to make a positive impact on people, society and the planet. Focused on delivering positive change at home in London, across the UK and around the world, King’s is building on its history of addressing the world’s most urgent challenges head on to accelerate progress, make discoveries and pioneer innovation. Visit the website to find out more about Vision 2029, which sets out bold ambitions for the future of King’s as we look towards our 200th anniversary.