Public Engagement Officer

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Full time

About the Role


We are seeking a highly motivated Public Engagement Officer to join our team at the Royal Astronomical Society.


The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering a public engagement programme that showcases the Society’s work in astronomy, space science, and geophysics.


Main Responsibilities



  • Develop a public engagement programme that aligns with our new five year strategy
  • Organise and deliver events, workshops, and activities for a range of audiences
  • Collaborate with external partners to broaden our public engagement reach
  • Liaise with our Fellowship to ensure that our public engagement activities are inclusive and accessible
  • Evaluate the impact of our public engagement activities and provide recommendations for improvement

Essential Qualifications and Experience



  • Educated to graduate level in a physics, astronomy, or Earth sciences related discipline
  • Significant experience of teaching science below degree level
  • Experience of public engagement in a science setting
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • A self-starter happy to work autonomously and in ad hoc collaborations

Desirable Qualifications and Experience



  • A teaching qualification or equivalent experience in the state education sector
  • An understanding of education and public engagement policy
  • Experience of securing external grant funding for public engagement


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