Fleming Initiative Communication and Events Officer

About the role

The Fleming Initiative is an exciting and high-profile partnership between Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust working to protect global populations from the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). 

Bringing together industry and philanthropic partners, the academic community, policy makers and the public we are looking for a communications professional capable of managing all aspects of the initiatives external profile, from social media channels, to traditional press releases, to innovative events such our Times Square billboard and the exciting opportunities offered by our Content, Health and AMR Innovation Network.

What you would be doing

Working closely with the Fleming Initiative Team, including our Director Prof Alison Holmes and our Executive Chair Professor the Lord Ara Darzi, you will lead on creating impactful communications content, liaising with partner’s communications leads and organising key events throughout the year.   

What we are looking for

• Postgraduate qualification in Communications, Media or Marketing, or equivalent 
• You must have previous experience of translating scientific/technical information into communications aimed at non-expert audiences and a range of stakeholders and a postgraduate qualification in Communications, Media or Marketing.
• Experience of using content management systems, editing, updating and overseeing web content and ensuring search engine optimisation are essential.
• You will be expected to have an outstanding track-record of writing and commissioning content across multiple mediums, including news reporting, policy reports, briefings, blog posts and web and experience of planning, organising and delivering events of a range of size and complexity, from workshops to symposiums.
• As you would expect, you must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment where you will be required to respond flexibly to shifting priorities and timelines.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
• The opportunity to be part of an exciting and bold new venture aiming to address the threat of AMR
• The opportunity to work as part of a dedicated, multidisciplinary and multiprofessional team.
• You will also benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.

Further information

This is a full-time post for a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with the potential opportunity for further extension. The role is based at St Mary’s Campus with travel to other campuses as required.

Position available for immediate start.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: j.allibone@imperial.ac.uk

Available documents

Attached documents are available under links. 

• download: Fleming Initiative Communication Events Officer Job Description.pdf
• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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