Operations and Communications Manager Ref: 41112
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Operations and Communications Manager Ref: 41112
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About The Role
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a pioneering initiative at the heart of Sussex’s commitment to interdisciplinarity and social impact. You will work in an iconic campus location, collaborating with passionate colleagues and external partners, helping to shape the future of education and research at Sussex.
About The Role
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a pioneering initiative at the heart of Sussex’s commitment to interdisciplinarity and social impact. You will work in an iconic campus location, collaborating with passionate colleagues and external partners, helping to shape the future of education and research at Sussex.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Operations and Communications Manager to lead all operational and communications functions for the Sussex School for Progressive Futures (SSPF) - a brand new initiative at the University of Sussex. You will play a key role in developing and implementing a strategic communications plan to raise the School’s profile locally, nationally, and internationally; manage the School’s digital presence, including website content, newsletters, social media channels; and create compelling content that reflects the School’s interdisciplinary ethos and progressive mission.
You will coordinate day-to-day operations to support governance and event management by liaising with internal and external stakeholders and act as a vital link between SSPF and other University divisions.
You will coordinate strategic communications to raise the Sussex School for Progressive Futures’ profile across diverse audiences, managing digital platforms and content creation. Additionally, you will oversee day-to-day operations and support events, ensuring smooth collaboration across the University to strengthen the School’s interdisciplinary mission.
About You
We are looking for a proactive, strategic communicator with strong operational and administrative acumen to join the Sussex School for Progressive Futures. The ideal candidate will have a talent for creating compelling content across digital platforms and a proven ability to deliver impactful communications strategies. They’ll thrive in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment, balancing day-to-day operations with long-term planning. Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work independently while collaborating across teams. Experience managing events and coordinating with diverse stakeholders is also key.
About Our School
The Sussex School for Progressive Futures (SSPF) is an exciting new interdisciplinary hub at the University of Sussex, dedicated to advancing education, research, and civic engagement around our transformational themes: environmental sustainability, human flourishing, and digital and data futures. Rooted in collaboration, inclusion, and openness, SSPF connects faculties, students, and partners across sectors to build a progressive, impactful future.
Why work here
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
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Further Key Information
Please contact Marie Gallagher (m.gallagher@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.
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