Communications Officer (One Year Maternity over)

This role is also open to internal secondment.

Are you a creative communicator ready to dive into a fast-paced role where you can truly make an impact? Do you thrive on variety and love collaborating with diverse teams? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a Communications Officer to join the University of Oxford, supporting Estates Services across a wide range of activities - events, digital content, social media, and print! You’ll manage key relationships, helping teams bring their communication goals to life, whether that’s through running exciting campaigns, managing websites, or delivering standout internal communications.

You will have the chance to flex your creative muscles with everything from newsletters to social media content, while making a real difference in promoting the vital work of Estates Services.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage relationships with multiple teams, providing them with communications support
• Act as the account manager for key teams including Facilities Team and providing support for other areas such as the catering team, marketing the University Club, promoting Oxford University Event Venues (OUEV), and creating buzz around their services.
• Lead monthly round-ups to highlight key news and updates within Estates Services
• Support internal HR communications, including a dedicated HR newsletter covering policy changes and more
• Lead end-to-end campaigns across digital, print, and events, while managing websites and social media channels
• Create and curate content for newsletters, social media, and websites

What We Offer:

• You’ll be part of a vibrant and passionate team, working on diverse projects
• 30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Hybrid working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance
• Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
• Excellent contributory pension scheme
• Subsidised sports centre membership and cycle loan scheme
• Supportive childcare services and generous family leave

What You Bring (Essential):

• Experience in communications (including planning), PR, or a similar role
• Digital skills (think Microsoft 365, Canva, and social media know-how)
• A creative mindset with an eye for detail
• Excellent copy writing and proof-reading
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a busy environment

What You Bring (Desirable):

• Social media savvy (experience with platforms like Instagram)
• Newsletter experience

Apply Now

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of your online application:

• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)

Only applications received before 12 pm on Monday 7 October 2024 can be considered.

Interviews will hold in the week commencing Monday 14 October 2024

Apply now and take the next step in your communications career!

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