Marketing and Communications Officer - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Cardiff University

Cardiff University

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Marketing and Communications Officer

College of Biomedical and Life Sciences

Cardiff University is an ambitious and innovative University with a bold and strategic vision located in a beautiful and thriving capital city.

The College of Biomedical and Life Sciences is currently looking to a marketing and communications professional to support the activities of the Schools of Psychology and Optometry & Vision Sciences.- We are seeking individuals with exceptional communication skills and the ability to interpret complex information into high quality, engaging and creative written copy.

Experience of student recruitment, managing and implementing marketing campaigns and liaising with external agencies would be advantageous.

You will report directly to the Marketing and Communications Manager within the College of Biomedical and Life Sciences.
The College of Biomedical and Life Sciences is a vibrant academic community, which undertakes innovative research and provides stateoftheart learning facilities. The College brings together seven Schools with immense strength in research and teaching, not just in Wales, but the UK and worldwide. An integrated approach is taken to all aspects of health and biomedical research, achieving internationally respected results at all stages of the medical research process, from laboratory science through to improved medical and healthcare practices.
We aim to provide a positive and enriching student experience where our students learn and engage with inspirational academic scholars and researchers and become part of an internationally inclusive and diverse environment.
Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 37 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), local pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments within the pay scale, and more. It is an exciting and vibrant place to work, with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter.
The post will be assigned responsibility for a particular school(s) but may be required to provide support across the College as required.
This position is fulltime, 35 hours per week and openended.
Secondment opportunity welcome please note for Cardiff University members of staff interested in this post on a secondment basis, permission will need to be sought from your current Line Manager before applying.

Salary:

£29,762 - £34,314 per annum (Grade 5); appointment is usually made at the bottom of the scale

Date advert posted:

Wednesday, 15 March 2023

Closing date:
Monday, 17 April 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. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. 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.

JOB PURPOSE
Directly support the marketing and communications activities of academic Schools within the College of Biomedical and Life Sciences.

Significantly enhance the way our Schools present themselves to the outside world, as well as communicating effectively with a diverse range of both internal and external customers.
Deliver a wide range of marketing and communications activity that will inform, inspire, involve and influence.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, implement and maintain a communications and marketing strategy for the School.

Work with teams to develop communications plans in support of School strategy. Develop a programme of upcoming activity and make recommendations to improve communications impact and effectiveness.
Provide professional advice and guidance on all aspects of communication policy and practice, coordinating the School's internal and external activity.
Establish working relationships with key contacts, developing appropriate communication links with the University's Schools/Directorates and outside bodies as required.
Work collaboratively with communications staff at College level and across Cardiff University to ensure an integrated approach to marketing and communications.
Deliver a programme of marketing activity to support student recruitment within the School at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Work closely with colleagues across the university to maximise conversion and enhance student satisfaction.
Liaise closely with colleagues in the Central Communications Team to seek out positive news stories, write engaging copy, and deal with media enquiries.
Deliver high quality communications, ensuring c