Senior Communications Officer

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham City University Full time

**Location**:

- Birmingham, England**Salary**:

- £34,497 to £37,499 per annum- Permanent**Post Type**:

- Full Time**Release Date**:

- 04 July 2023**Closing Date**:

- 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 18 July 2023**Reference**:

- 072023-314We are looking for a talented, creative and hard-working Senior Communication Officer, who will work alongside our Marketing and Communications department and Research Office. Within the Research Office each area will be supported, the Research and Innovation Gateway (RIG), Doctoral Research College (DRC) and Research Excellence (RX) to help communicate the Research Strategy and key outputs and success stories.

**Objectives**

The Senior Communications Officer (Research) will play a key role in developing and implementing the University’s Research Communications Strategy, supporting the University to profile its research and enhance its reputation among a wide variety of stakeholders.

You will work as part of the External Relations team and in tandem with others across the Marketing and Communications Department - particularly the Research Content Officer - to deliver a range of communications activity to bring the University’s research story to life.

**Responsibilities**
- Support the Director of Research, Head of Communications and External Relations Manager to develop and deliver the University’s Research Communications Strategy and raise the profile of the University among key external audiences.
- Lead on the production of a quarterly Research Office newsletter to disseminate internally across BCU and liaison with the DRC team on the PGR monthly newsletter.
- Developing communication plans to include timescales and areas to raise awareness around highlights and successes from the post award and research degree areas.
- Event support for promotion such as BCU’s Research Conference or workshops to promote the company's research findings and products to potential customers and stakeholders.
- Review our marketing impact such as quantitative outcomes on outreach, events and social media analytics.
- Foster and develop internal relationships with the Research Content Officer, PIs, RIG officers, DRC and Research Excellence team to enhance the service provision by maintaining regular communication.
- Ensure PGR is fully encompassed within student induction plans and online presence, working with the DRC on updates annually.
- Proactively produce high quality content, including case studies, news alerts, web and other copy focused on the University’s research for external audiences, including the media and influential stakeholders.
- Work with researchers to translate complex research findings into content that is understandable to lay audiences while maintaining the integrity of the research.
- Gain a thorough understanding of the Research Excellence Framework (REF), working closely with the Director of Research, Head of Communications and External Relations Manager as it works towards the next round of REF submissions.

**Requirements**:

- A relevant professional qualification such as CIPR, CIM
- Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
- Experience of working in a research environment would be advantageous
- Experience of working in education, public service or a knowledge-based industry is desirable.

**Able to demonstrate significant experience in**:

- Communications, media communications or public affairs
- Operating at a more senior level within an external relations environment
- Producing high quality content for publications, website and social media

**Specialist skills and abilities**:

- A flair for finding a good angle, producing sharp headlines and for transforming information into a potential news story
- Ability to write in a targeted manner, appropriate to a diverse range of mediums, including press releases, editorial, blogs, internal communications, social media and website
- Proven ability to write tight, coherent well-argued and fluent editorial copy to an excellent standard

Birmingham City University is growing in quality and standing, with an academic STEAM agenda at the heart of our ambitions. We are transforming the lives of students and their communities, and want outstanding staff to join us in taking us on the next stage of our exciting journey.

Birmingham City University values the quality and diversity of our staff. Our staff and student community is defined by our core values, which outline who we are as a University and how we work with each other. Our core values are we create opportunity, we think differently, and we build community.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, continuously reviewing and improving our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgro

  • Senior Planner

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Constructions Senior Talent Full time

    Senior Planner - Construction Location: Midlands Are you ready to elevate your career as a master planner in the exciting world of construction programming? If you're a strategic thinker, an expert in scheduling, and passionate about turning construction blueprints into reality through meticulous planning and foresight, then we want to hear from...

  • Senior Planner

    3 hours ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Constructions Senior Talent Full time

    Senior Planner - Construction Location: Midlands Are you ready to elevate your career as a master planner in the exciting world of construction programming? If you're a strategic thinker, an expert in scheduling, and passionate about turning construction blueprints into reality through meticulous planning and foresight, then we want to hear from you! The...

  • Senior Planner

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Constructions Senior Talent Full time

    Senior Planner - ConstructionLocation: MidlandsAre you ready to elevate your career as a master planner in the exciting world of construction programming? If you're a strategic thinker, an expert in scheduling, and passionate about turning construction blueprints into reality through meticulous planning and foresight, then we want to hear from you!The...

  • Communications & Marketing Officer

    1 month ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom ADI Group Full time

    We are looking for a Communications & Marketing Officer to join our busy team in Birmingham. Permanent Birmingham, B30 TBC **Communications & Marketing Officer Responsibilities**: **Communications** - Develop and implement the digital and social media strategy to improve our online presence and increase brand awareness and engagement. - Creation of...

  • Senior Planner

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Constructions Senior Talent Full time

    Senior Planner - Construction Location: Midlands Are you ready to elevate your career as a master planner in the exciting world of construction programming? If you're a strategic thinker, an expert in scheduling, and passionate about turning construction blueprints into reality through meticulous planning and foresight, then we want to hear from you! The...

  • Senior Planner

    2 days ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Constructions Senior Talent Full time

    Senior Planner - Construction Location: Midlands Are you ready to elevate your career as a master planner in the exciting world of construction programming? If you're a strategic thinker, an expert in scheduling, and passionate about turning construction blueprints into reality through meticulous planning and foresight, then we want to hear from you! The...

  • Corporate Tax Manager/Senior Manager

    1 month ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Corporate Tax Manager/Senior Manager Employer Location West Midlands, Birmingham, England Salary GBP50000.0 - GBP75000.0 per annum + Negotiable + attractive benefits Closing date 12 Mar 2024 View more Sector Salary band , , Contract type Hours Where will they be working? You need to or to save a job. Job Details Your new company This...

  • Communications Officer

    12 hours ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom FABRIC Full time

    We are seeking a skilled Communications Officer (maternity cover) to join our team. Working as an active part of the communications team, the Communications Officer will help to plan and deliver marketing and communications for all FABRIC public and sector-facing activity. The role will focus on digital content creation and the management and maintenance of...

  • Senior Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Senior Finance Full time

    Expatriate Tax Manager required, by highly respected Birmingham Accountancy Firm. This Firm, an accountancy and business advisory firm, provides advice and solutions businesses need in navigating today's changing world. Their Expatriate Team forms part of their Global Employer Services offering, which includes Employment Tax and Share Plan and Incentive...

  • Communications Officer

    1 month ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom The Salvation Army Full time

    **Location: Can be located in Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Worcestershire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire** **Working hours**:Minimum 14 hours per week (Thursday and Friday job share). In addition, you will be part of an on-call rota which will involve occasional weekend and evening work. **Interview date**:To be...

  • Senior Customer Liaison Officer

    3 days ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Niyaa People Full time

    We are currently looking for a Senior Customer Liaison Officer to join a team of well-established property experts, renowned for providing excellent customer service to the communities. This role will be based across the Birmingham area, offering a competitive salary and car allowance! - **Permanent**: - **£35-38k + 3k car allowance**: - **Office and site...

  • Project Support Officer

    7 days ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Full time

    Do you want to work in an environment where you can make a real difference?  Can you juggle multiple priorities and keep projects running smoothly?  We may have the ideal role for you! We are looking for a Project Support Officer to join our Health and Communities team, part of our Employment, Skills, Health and Communities (ESHC) directorate.  In this...

  • Senior QA Officer

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Science Solutions Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Senior Quality Assurance Officer - Pharmaceuticals – Midlands A fantastic opportunity has become available as a Senior Quality Assurance Officer, due to company growth and expansion. This company specialises in the support of Quality GDP & GMP - and it will be your opportunity to safely approve this product for UK Release. As a Senior Quality...

  • Project Support Officer

    16 hours ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) Full time

    Do you want to work in an environment where you can make a real difference? Can you juggle multiple priorities and keep projects running smoothly? We may have the ideal role for you!We are looking for a Project Support Officer to join our Health and Communities team, part of our Employment, Skills, Health and Communities (ESHC) directorate. In this role,...

  • Senior Strategic Communications Manager

    21 hours ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom MyBnk Full time

    This role is one of three senior managers within the Fundraising & Communications Directorate. The Senior Strategic Communications Manager is a new role that will lead the MyBnk Communications team and is responsible for the overall strategic direction and success of MyBnk’s marketing and communications activity. The Senior Strategic Communications...

  • Financial Advisory, Associate Director

    4 days ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Pembroke Communications Full time

    This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside our established team who will support you to utilise and enhance your advisory and insolvency skills and experience.You will work alongside some of the most experienced practitioners in the field advising the boards, management teams, lenders and shareholders of companies which are underperforming and/or...

  • Financial Advisory, Associate Director

    1 month ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Pembroke Communications Full time

    This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside our established team who will support you to utilise and enhance your advisory and insolvency skills and experience.You will work alongside some of the most experienced practitioners in the field advising the boards, management teams, lenders and shareholders of companies which are underperforming and/or...

  • Senior Strategic Communications Manager

    22 hours ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom MyBnk Full time

    This role is one of three senior managers within the Fundraising & Communications Directorate. The Senior Strategic Communications Manager is a new role that will lead the MyBnk Communications team and is responsible for the overall strategic direction and success of MyBnk's marketing and communications activity.The Senior Strategic Communications Manager...

  • Community Project Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham City FC Community Trust Full time

    **Community Project Officer** We are seeking a Community Project Officer at the Trust to work primarily on our new Thrive on my Doorstep programme. At the Trust we are extremely passionate about providing opportunities for everyone and we create programmes which aim to increase engagement in sport and activity, providing opportunities to those who may face...

  • Community Project Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham City Football Club Community Trust Full time

    **Community Project Officer** We are seeking a Community Project Officer at the Trust to work primarily on our new Thrive on my Doorstep programme. At the Trust we are extremely passionate about providing opportunities for everyone and we create programmes which aim to increase engagement in sport and activity, providing opportunities to those who may face...