Benefits of Working with Unitemps at DMU
* Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may work with various departments and individuals at the university, expanding your network.
* Professional Development: Many positions offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
* Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university.
* Contribution to the University Community: By working, you become part of the university community and contribute to its success and growth.
THE ROLE
DMU Marketing and Communications Department is recruiting a Communications Officer to work full-time, 37 hours per week. The role is hybrid: 2 days in office at DMU and 3 days remote.
The Communications Officer plays a key role in creating compelling content, supporting communications plans that forward strategic objectives, working closely with decision makers and stakeholders, and using internal platforms effectively.
Expected start date: ASAP
Expected end date: 8.12.2026
Rate of pay: £16.62
Holiday Pay: £2.59
Experience / Content Skills
* Extensive experience producing high-quality content across digital, social media, CMS, intranet, email, newsletters, face-to-face.
* Understanding of internal and external audiences and innovative engagement strategies.
* Experience creating and implementing effective communications plans.
* Extensive corporate copywriting experience: speeches, brochure, web and social media content.
* Extensive knowledge of social media platforms: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn.
* Ability to challenge facts and figures routine and robustly.
* Ability to use metrics and reporting to review and improve communications.
* Stakeholder management experience.
* Proven experience working with key stakeholders to maintain relationships.
* Experience in a pressure-driven environment in a complex organisation.
* Experience managing multiple projects for multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
Attitude
* Positive, proactive, can-do approach to challenging targets.
Higher Education Experience
* Experience working in HE or thorough understanding of the sector.
Expert Liaison
* Experience working with specialists (e.g., academics).
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent qualification or experience.
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