Communications and Events Officer - London, United Kingdom - King's College London

King's College London

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Salary: Grade 5: £37,332 to £37,099.

Posted: 12 June 2024.

Closing date: 26 June 2024.

Business unit:
Social Science & Public Policy

Department:
School of Security Studies School Office.

Location:
Shrivenham

Category:
Professional & Support Services.

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About us

The School of Security Studies at King's College London is dedicated to the understanding of security issues in an increasingly complex and uncertain world.

Harnessing the depth and breadth of expertise across the War Studies and Defence Studies Departments, and the King's Institute for Applied Security Studies, we are one of the largest multi-disciplinary communities of scholars in the world engaged in the teaching and research of all aspects of conflict, war, security and defence.

About the role

We're seeking an enthusiastic Communications and Events Officer to join our team for a fixed-term contract until 8 August 2025.

As the Communications and Events Officer, you'll collaborate closely with the School Communications Manager to curate and manage our diverse events portfolio, while also overseeing both internal and external communications initiatives.

Your role will be instrumental in amplifying the School's research profile among our staff, students, alumni, stakeholders and wider public audiences.

Collaboration lies at the core of this role, as you'll work closely with colleagues across departments to craft engaging content for our social media channels, website and podcast.

You'll need a keen eye for copy-editing and proofreading to ensure our messaging is clear, concise and compelling.

Additionally, your ability to uncover newsworthy angles and craft captivating stories will be pivotal in showcasing our research excellence and expertise to a broader audience.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for both remote work and on-site presence at our office located at the Defence Academy in Shrivenham, Oxfordshire.

While regular attendance at the Defence Academy is necessary, we will also consider applicants who prefer to work from our Strand Campus in London

This is a full time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an a fixed term contract until 8 August 2025

About You

Essential criteria

Experience of developing, managing and running events online and in person
Demonstrated expertise in copy-editing and proofreading, with meticulous attention to detail
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
Experience of content creation for the web and social media channels in a professional capacity
Ability to work autonomously, and without direct supervision, show initiative and feel confident in pitching new ideas and taking ownership of projects
Experience in finding newsworthy angles to communicate in news stories, podcasts and videos
Excellent interpersonal skills with evidence of building good working relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Educated to degree level or equivalent (OR has relevant work experience within the Higher Education sector)

Desirable criteria

Knowledge and experience of using Content Management Systems to manage webpages
Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite or the capability to learn and develop skills quickly with training
Audio and video editing skills
Understanding of the UK higher education system and/ or military

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