Communications Officer

2 weeks ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff University Full time

**Advert**

**Communications Officer**

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the DECIPHer Resarch Centre located within the School of Social Sciences, Cardiff Univeristy. The role holder will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and advising on the strategy for communications, engagement and publicity work across all of DECIPHer’s research projects and for DECIPHer as a research centre. The role holder will be required to deliver high quality, creative and effective communications and manage events across the breadth of work taking place within DECIPHer.
- This role is eligible to be offered on a blended working basis, meaning that as well as spending time working on campus you can also choose to spend some time working from another location, e.g. your home. The University is committed to offering this flexibility, wherever the role and business need allows, supporting work-life balance.
- As the biggest university in Wales - and a major employer, with more than 7,000 staff - we are an ambitious and innovative university located in a beautiful and thriving capital city. We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation, with great benefits and opportunities for progression.**Salary**: £29,762 rising via annual increment to £34,314 per annum, pro rata for hours worked)
- This post is available from 1st May 2023 to 31st January 2024 at 80% time (28 hours per week)-
**Date advert posted: Wednesday, 3 May 2023**

**Closing Date: Wednesday, 31 May 2023**

**Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who have the ambition to create a University which seeks to fulfil our social, cultural and economic obligation to Cardiff, Wales, and the world. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.**
- The role holder will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and advising on the strategy for communications, engagement and publicity work across all of DECIPHer’s research projects and for DECIPHer as a research centre. The role holder will be required to deliver high quality, creative and effective communications and manage events across the breadth of work taking place within DECIPHer.**Key Duties**
- Support the creation of a new communications strategy and make recommendations to the DECIPHer Executive Team to improve communications activity.
- Provide professional advice, guidance and training on communications activity to DECIPHer researchers, using judgement and creativity to suggest the most appropriate course of action, and ensuring complex and conceptual issues are understood.
- Work closely with colleagues, stakeholders and funders to develop narratives to communicate the institute’s research activity effectively to key audiences.
- Explore customer needs, including colleagues, partners, and users, and adapt the service accordingly to ensure a quality service is delivered.
- Establish working relationships with key contacts, developing appropriate communication links within the School of Social Sciences, The College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences, SPARK, and external programme partners Health & Care Research Wales and Public Health Wales.
- Produce and edit high quality written copy for a wide range of audiences and purposes, to include the DECIPHer website, e-newsletters and regular printed publications, ensuring compliance with Welsh language standards and Cardiff University’s branding requirements.
- Coordinate with the University’s central communications team to issue press releases relating to high-profile events and key research outputs.
- Take a proactive approach to public relations, forecasting upcoming media events and announcements and spotting and preparing newsworthy activity within DECIPHer; repurpose and repackage news items for a wide range of different audiences.
- Lead the management and development of DECIPHer’s online presence, including the DECIPHer website, blog, Linkedin and Twitter.
- Line manage DECIPHer’s Events Administrative Assistant, to support the organisation and promotion of events such as research seminars, conferences and public events.
- Manage and advise on effective internal communications within DECIPHer, helping to embed communications activities within DECIPHer by attending relevant meetings, and arranging meetings with academics.
- Support the communication of research impact activity by working with colleagues on communicating their research successes or special projects, identifying priorities based on topical and newsworthy stories.
- Liaise with external designers and print companies on the production of printed material, ensuring it is consistent with DECI



  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Public Health Wales NHS Trust Full time

    The Communications and Engagement function at Public Health Wales is looking for a confident, capable and experienced Communications Officer to join our News and External Affairs Team. The post holder will be responsible for identifying, prioritising and developing news content for dissemination to media contacts and for publication through Public Health...

  • Engineer Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Cardiff, United Kingdom Royal Air Force Full time

    As an Engineer Officer (Communications Electronics) you are responsible for leading the engineering activity that supports the RAF’s vast array of information technology, strategic communications services, satellite communications, air defence RADARs and the latest generation aircraft engineering and mission support systems. You will be ready to deploy all...

  • Engineer Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Cardiff, United Kingdom Royal Air Force Full time

    As an Engineer Officer (Communications Electronics) you are responsible for leading the engineering activity that supports the RAF’s vast array of information technology, strategic communications services, satellite communications, air defence RADARs and the latest generation aircraft engineering and mission support systems. You will be ready to deploy all...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Your World Healthcare Full time

    **Senior Communication and Engagement Officer** **Location**: Cardiff **Job Type**: Temporary **Duration of booking**: Ongoing, no end date specified **Proposed start date**: ASAP **Sector**: Healthcare **Base**:Hospital **Band**: 6 **Pay Rates**: £16 - £19 paye per hour £17 - £20 paye inclusive per hour £18 - £21 umbrella per...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Kaleidoscope Project Full time

    Kaleidoscope is a pioneering substance misuse treatment provider, across the whole of Wales and the Wirral. We offer evidence-based treatment and holistic support to individuals who access our services. **Role Purpose**: Kaleidoscope is a pioneering organisation supporting people with drug, alcohol and mental health issues. As an organisation we recognise...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Vale Of Glamorgan Council Full time

    Vale of Glamorgan Council We are keen to support all applicants (particularly those that declare a disability). The Vale of Glamorgan Council is a Disability Confident Employer and will guarantee an interview to any applicant who declares that they have a disability and who has demonstrated that they meet the minimum essential criteria. Student...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Elrha Full time

    **Details**: - London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester or homebased - Full Time - 35 hours per week - £27,000 - £28,890 - Sunday 3 March 2024 Are you an excellent communicator with great digital knowledge and ideas? Are you able to create great content that resonates with diverse audiences? Are you looking for a communications role in a friendly,...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom South Wales Police Full time

    **Job Title**:Police Community Support Officer / PCSO **Location**:South Wales **Salary**: £23,100 pa rising to £25,353 pa *plus shift allowance and claimable weekend enhancement on completion of training **Job type**: Full Time, Permanently. Do you care about making a difference in the job you do? Then becoming a Police Community Support Officer...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Digital Health and Care Wales Full time

    It will encompass the timely co-ordination of communications through a range of channels to ensure ease of access, clarity and consistency. The NDR is a national, evolving project and involves a number of other partners and organisations spread across Wales. This post will play a vital role in linking up key messages and demonstrating impact. The post...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff Council Full time

    **About The Service** The Day Opportunities team supports older people and adults living with physical impairments to connect with their local community where they may have become socially isolated. **About the job** The team will use motivational interviewing skills to work with older people and adults with physical impairments who have become socially...


  • Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Vale of Glamorgan Council Full time

    We are recruiting a Student Recycling Outreach and Communication Officer to join the Cardiff Student Community Partnership. The Cardiff Student Community Partnership comprises of Cardiff Council, Cardiff University, Cardiff Metropolitan University and the University of South Wales, and it has led a range of successful campaigns and initiatives aimed at...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Techniquest Full time

    **Full Time**:35 hours per week Techniquest is a leading Science Discovery Centre with a world-wide reputation for excellence and innovation. We have transformed Techniquest into a contemporary hub for audiences of all ages to engage with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths). You will be responsible for delivery of the Techniquest...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Recruit 3 Full time

    Thrive: An Ambassador Led Initiative, is an exciting new, 3 year project funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and; in partnership with Mental Health Foundation. In this 3 years the project aims to:  Improve knowledge and skills of volunteers through training and workshops - Develop and deliver an innovative approach to volunteering for single...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Lucid Recruitment Full time

    We're seeking a motivated Marketing & Communications Manager to join the Head Office team for a National Leisure company. The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the promotion and development of the company’s product and service. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual to play a key role in developing and delivering...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Powys Teaching Health Board Full time

    The Communications, Engagement & Involvement Administrator will provide comprehensive administrative support to the team and will be key in facilitating the efficient administration and delivery of the team functions on a day-to-day basis. The postholder will have the following roles and responsibilities: - Undertake a range of administrative duties,...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff Council Full time

    **About The Service** An exciting opportunity has arisen for committed individuals with excellent customer service skills to join our new Volunteer team anchored within Cardiff Hubs & Libraries. **About the job** You will be required to manage a team of Community Volunteer Mentors and Community Inclusion Officers anchored within the Hubs & Libraries across...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Portal Training Full time

    We're seeking a dynamic individual with top-notch communication skills, a creative mindset, and a knack for collaboration to join our Marketing, Design & Communications team. As the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, you'll step into a vital role, partnering closely with our Marketing, Design & Communications Manager to drive our marketing, comms and...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Premier Christian Communications Ltd Full time

    Location: Care & Repair Cymru, office based in Cardiff.Hybrid Working Policy in place.Contract: 14 monthsSalary: We have an exciting new vacancy to join our growing Policy and Public Affairs team to advocate for older people living in their own homes and the private rented sector in Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference to...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom Premier Christian Communications Ltd Full time

    Location: Care & Repair Cymru, office based in Cardiff.Hybrid Working Policy in place.Contract: 14 monthsSalary: Spot salary £27,431 per annumClosing date: 12 noon Monday 3rd JuneHours: 35 hours per week.Interviews will he held on Thursday 13th JuneSummary:We have an exciting new vacancy to join our growing Policy and Public Affairs team to advocate for...


  • Cardiff, United Kingdom NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Full time

    As a member of the Communications Team, the post holder will undertake a variety of roles related to NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership’s (NWSSP) communications channels and work with colleagues from across the organisation. The post holder will produce and edit content for NWSSP’s internet and intranet pages, as well as designing and producing a...