HR Transformation Communications Manager (Fixed Term)

The University of Cambridge ranks consistently amongst the foremost Universities in the world, and we recognise it is our people who have built our reputation.  We will only maintain our leading position in the academic world by continuing to attract, develop, support and retain the highest calibre of talented people.

The HR Transformation Programme is a new, ambitious and exciting initiative which aims to transform our HR capabilities and ways of working, leading to an improved employee experience. Improving, harmonising and simplifying HR administrative processes is a key part of this programme, together with the replacement of our current outdated HR and payroll system.

Having recently received approval for the programme, we are recruiting a number of key roles to the programme team. This post is an exciting opportunity to join the HR Transformation programme, working to transform systems and services used by the University's c.13,000 staff.

As a Communications Manager, you will:

• Work with the Senior Change Management Specialist in creating a consistent communications strategy to deliver communications and engagement campaigns for the HR Transformation Programme across the University.
• Create compelling and engaging content in line with agreed strategic goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement a coherent online and digital content strategy, including social media, ensure the strategy is workable and responsive to evolving audience needs.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to high editorial and design standards in all communications and the correct use of the University's brand.
• Engage with senior leaders, managers, the HR community, staff and a change network across the University to understand communication needs, stakeholders and audiences and the context in which the programme communications are landing.
• Provide analysis reports at agreed intervals to summarise communications and engagement reach.

Are you the right candidate?

• Proven communications experience and expertise
• Familiarity and experience in using traditional and new media to develop effective communications
• Excellent editorial, proofreading and writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills across a variety of stakeholders

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 1 April 2025 in the first instance.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University. 

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Kate Waters on kate.waters@admin.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference AR34377 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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