Communications and Engagement Manager

1 week ago


Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

Applications are welcomed for a Communications and Engagement Manager to join the Department of Politics and International Relations. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new role in a leading department recognised internationally for its rigorous and valuable research.

The Communications and Engagement Manager will lead the Department of Politics and International Relations’ Communications and Engagement team, ensuring all the work and outputs meet departmental objectives. The post holder will lead on the creation of a communications strategy and manage the team to ensure its delivery. They will have oversight of all departmental comms channels, including: website, social media, internal, events plan, fundraising campaigns, alumni engagement, marketing for recruitment, scholarships and programmes, research and media. This role will line manage the Events and Communications team.

As the successful candidate it is essential you are educated to degree level or equivalent, with extensive communications experience in print, digital and social media, and proven experience in managing websites and producing effective web content. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills are critical to the role. You should be able to work independently in a complex environment, prioritise your work effectively to meet deadlines and display initiative and independent thought. Excellent research skills and the ability to interpret complex data are essential.

A professional qualification in public relations or marketing and experience of working in higher education are desirable, as is a knowledge of, or interest in social sciences.

The position is fixed-term for 12 months (Maternity Cover) from 19 August 2024 and full-time. The department has a hybrid working policy in place.

Informal enquiries about this role can be addressed to vacancies@politics.ox.ac.uk.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a CV, supporting statement and details of two referees as part of your online application.

Only applications received before midday (UK time) on 1 July 2024 can be considered. Please quote reference 173270 on all correspondence.

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

£45,585 to £54,395 per annum



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