Engagement and Communications Assistant

We are delighted to be recruiting to a number of positions as part of the Student Record System (SRS) project. This is a major transformation project focused improving processes to ensure that the new system enables the University of Plymouth to offer an excellent experience to both staff and students. The University has procured SITS by Tribal as the new SRS and we have begun a period of engagement, planning and preparation ahead of the next phase of the project which will start in early 2023.

The role we are currently recruiting to is:

Engagement & Communications Assistant – Contributing to telling stories in new ways, gathering feedback on the effectiveness of our work and supporting in all engagement and communications work are the core of this role but there is also so much room to grow and develop as well.

Whichever role you’re interested in, this project team is built on enquiring minds, problem solving skills, a passion for improvement, constructive collaboration, strong communication, innovative thinking and a flexible approach to smart working. If that sounds like you and the idea of spending at least the next two years working on this kind of project appeals to you then get in touch and let’s have a chat. We would love to hear from you.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Roland Monger by email at roland.monger@plymouth.ac.uk

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for 2 years due to business demand.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore, we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+

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