Communications and Engagement Coordinator

University of Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Bath seeks a Communications and Engagement Coordinator to shape their communications strategy and enhance research presentation. This role requires creativity and experience in public engagement. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and an interest in climate change and sustainability. This full-time position offers a vibrant work environment and various benefits including free counseling services and development opportunities.

Benefits

Free counselling services

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts at the gym

Generous pension schemes

Additional leave days

Development opportunities

Free museum entry

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Ability to produce high-quality communications across multiple media.
• Advanced knowledge of communication tools and software.
• Experience in public engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Shape the Institute's communications and engagement strategy.
• Enhance how the Institute's research is presented externally.
• Support in digital technologies for research and communications.

Skills

High creativity

Knowledge of communication tools

Experience in public engagement

Positive attitude

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

Communications and Engagement Coordinator

About The Role

The Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change is a Research Institute that integrates physical, social, and systems sciences at Bath and develops leaders in tackling critical sustainability issues. The Institute aims to deliver novel chemical technologies and robust behavioral solutions, brought together through whole system evaluation to reframe problems and create transformative innovation in sustainability and climate change. The Institute currently involves around 80 academics, a cohort of 70 PhD students, and a research income of more than £25M.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Coordinator responsible for shaping the Institute’s communications and engagement strategy, devising, and implementing communication plans.

This role involves enhancing how the Institute’s research and initiatives are presented externally, delivering a range of activities to inform, inspire, involve, and influence our audiences.

You will work closely with the Institute’s Manager, Operations Director, and Academic Directors, liaising with members and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders to create new content on sustainability and climate change research.

The role includes providing support in digital technologies for research and communications, including web and social media presence, press releases, and liaising with academic, industrial, policy, and public communities.

About You

This dynamic role requires the ability to work with people from different backgrounds and build strong relationships. We are looking for candidates with:

• High creativity and ability to produce high-quality communications across multiple media, with an interest in climate change or sustainability issues.
• Advanced knowledge of communication tools and software.
• Experience in public engagement initiatives.
• A positive attitude, conscientious approach, sense of responsibility, and flexibility.
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively, as well as part of a team.

Further Information

Please provide examples of previous work such as leaflets, posters, reports, infographics, videos, etc., to support your application.

This is a full-time, 2-year fixed-term position.

For inquiries, contact Ms. Sarah Grant at [e-mail] and Christian Gravestock-Barnes at [e-mail].

We celebrate diversity and are committed to equality, holding a Silver Athena SWAN award. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups, and support a safe, inclusive environment.

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, an accredited Disability Confident Leader, and an autism-friendly university.

What We Can Offer You

Our benefits include:

• Free counselling services
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice
• Staff discounts at the gym, on tuition, and language courses
• Generous pension schemes
• Additional leave days
• Development opportunities
• Free museum entry
• Relocation allowance and visa support

Learn more about our benefits and hear from staff via our website and social media.

Further Details

• Job Description & Person Specification
• Terms and Conditions of Employment

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