Centre for Data Science and AI Communications and Engagement Coordinator

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing program

Job summary

The University of Glasgow is seeking a Communications and Engagement Lead for the Centre for Data Science and AI. You will develop and deliver comprehensive engagement and communications activities, including internal and external channels, content creation, and stakeholder Liaison.

You will lead on events, supervise interns, manage social channels and measure impact, working with the Research Services Directorate and external partners to amplify the Centre’s narrative.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering internal communications and engagement.
• Experience designing and delivering internal/external communications plans.
• Experience working in an agile, project-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communications and engagement plans for the Centre.
• Coordinate external communications for AI/data science projects in collaboration with central teams.
• Maintain and refresh Centre website and related content across university pages.

Skills

Excellent writing

Stakeholder engagement

Agile working

Time management

Education

SCQF Level 8 / HND or equivalent

Tools

Canva

T4 CMS

Job description

Please note this vacancy is only open to current contracted University of Glasgow employees.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Centre for Data Science and AI Manager, the Communications and Engagement Lead will lead on developing and delivering a comprehensive and effective engagement and communication activities for the Centre.

This role will provide support for the creation of effective internal communication plans, working closely with the projects on a day-to-day basis. Actively engage with multiple stakeholders within the University and be responsible for the creation and deployment of a variety of communication assets and approaches, delivered in a targeted way via multiple channels, and compliant with University of Glasgow brand guidelines and values framework.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Provide clear and practical communications advice to the Centre for Data Science and AI Team. Leading on developing and implementing strategic communications and engagement plans that effectively target internal and external audiences and highlight the breadth and depth of AI and data science activities and impact, engaging colleagues and partners in the programme.
• 2.Work in collaboration with the central communications team to manage the coordination, creation and delivery of external communications related to UofG-led AI and data science related projects and initiatives.
• 3.Maintain the Centre for Data Science and AI website, ensuring that content is up to date and regularly refreshed. Maintain Centre-related content across the University web pages, ensuring colleagues have relevant and up-to-date information about the programme and activities.
• 4. Establish and manage a portfolio of Centre social media channels, developing content plans and distributing high-quality content to promote programme activity. Work in collaboration with colleagues to ensure other relevant social media channels amplify relevant Centre programme news and activities.
• 5. Lead on creating and commissioning relevant communications content, sourcing images and collating and/or writing copy. Collateral may include email newsletters, case studies, internal announcements, publications, presentations, printed materials.
• 6. Organise and supervise Centre communication interns/fellows and engagement activities as required; encouraging high-quality community generated communication content including photography, case studies, blogs and videos.
• 7. Lead on the organisation of engagement events and workshops. Creating and coordinating communications collateral in support of the engagement activities.
• 8. Analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and plans using qualitative and quantitative metrics. Use this data to prepare and deliver progress reports to key stakeholders, advising on success criteria and key metrics, ensuring this data informs communication plans and decision-making.
• 9. Establish and maintain effective internal relationships through collaborative working to ensure the Centre for Data Science and AI narrative is amplified and represented across a range of strategic communications projects/campaigns, business development opportunities, shared initiatives and external partnership projects. This will involve working across the Research Services Directorate, External Relations, Government Relations, Colleges, and Schools.
• 10. As a staff member of the Research Services Directorate, you will work in collaboration with colleagues on agreed continuous improvement projects. You will bring your demonstrable communications knowledge and practical skills to these projects, which ensure the efficient and effective operations of the Directorate.
• 11. Perform other duties as requested, consistent with the grade level of the position and agreeing appropriate prioritisation of work with line management or other relevant stakeholders as needed.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

• A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills through personal development and progression in a similar role. Or: Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 8 (Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 4, Higher National Diploma) or equivalent, and experience of personal development in a similar role.
• A2 Detailed knowledge and proven track record in the delivery of internal communications and engagement with demonstrable success.
• A3 Detailed knowledge and experience working in an agile project-based environment.

Desirable

• B1 Membership of an appropriate professional body, either relating to events, engagement or communication.

Skills

Essential

• C1 Effective communication skills with excellent writing ability and demonstrable evidence of message delivery for different audiences-print,digital,social media,broadcast, and internal engagement.
• C2 Excellent interpersonal skills,including diplomacy and discretion, and the ability to liaise with staff and external individuals at any level of seniority.
• C3 Ability to understand, interpret and summarise complex issues and research across a broad range of disciplines.
• C4 Initiative,creativity,energy, and enthusiasm,as well as excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to define priorities and work flexibly and effectively under pressure to meet demanding (and sometimes conflicting) deadlines.
• C5 Effective web management skills with an ability to effectively manage social media channels.
• C6 Ability to work collaboratively and to take the lead when required with external funders and partner institutions on complex engagement activities and events.
• C7 High degree of initiative, responsibility and self-motivation, and a professional and proactive approach to problem solving.

Experience

Essential

• E1 Relevant experience in a similar role, producing communication and engagement plans and content.
• E2 Relevant event / engagement experience both in person and virtually that achieves high-quality experiences and outcomes for those participating.
• E3 Experience of managing / supervising the work of others.
• E4 Relevant experience of contributing to, designing and implementing communication plans for internal and external audiences.
• E5 Experience of working collaboratively with colleagues in other professional teams.
• E6 A track record of credible engagement and working with senior leaders.
• E7 Clear and evidenced experience of developing, producing, sharing, and embedding high quality written,visual, and audio-visual materials for mainstream,online and social media audiences.
• E8 Experience of briefing and managing external suppliers of creative services such as design agencies and videographers.

Desirable

• F1 Experience of organising events for an international audience and of working across cultural differences and challenges, including events that target underserved or marginalised communities.
• F2 Experience of working in the Higher Education sector.
• F3 Experience of using Canva.
• F4 Experience of using the T4 Content Management System.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £33,951 - £37,694 per annum, pro rata.

This post is part time (17.5 hours p/w) with funding to 28 February 2029. Shifts will be 2.5 days over Monday to Friday. Days to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Closing date: 2 November 2026

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates must therefore have an existing right to work in the UK or be able to secure this independently prior to commencing employment. For further information on alternative immigration options, please visit University of Glasgow’s UKVI Website.

• 1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
• 2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
• 3 A flexible approach to working.
• 4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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