Community Engagement and Communications Manager - Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland (743834)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in Glasgow is seeking an exceptional communications professional to lead community engagement and communications for AROS. This role requires strong strategic communication skills, the ability to manage a multi-disciplinary team, and expertise in building relationships across diverse communities. The position is funded and has a fixed term until October 2027, offering a competitive salary range of £47,389 - £58,225.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communications professional with strategic approach.
• Deep understanding of powerful storytelling and changing beliefs.
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead community engagement and communications across AROS.
• Manage a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
• Work strategically with external partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic communication

Community engagement

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

By joining at the start-up phase, you will support AROS to engage with communities impacted by racism and drive forward our engagement and communications strategy ensuring that as wide an audience as possible is aware of the actions AROS is taking to challenge systemic racism in Scotland and how we are working to ensure community voices and lived experience is at the heart of the work undertaken by the Observatory.

We are looking for an exceptional communications professional who has a deep understanding that good communication can tell powerful stories that can change beliefs, attitudes and entire systems. You will be a highly motivated self-starter, strategic in your approach and able to focus on building relationships with a range of stakeholders across diverse communities and sectors across Scotland.

Hosted by the University of Strathclyde in partnership with the Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights (CRER), and funded by the Scottish Government, AROS is in a critical two-year transition toward full independence.

Details

Closing date: 01/10/2025

Salary range: £47,389 - £58,225

FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)

Term: Fixed (until 31/10/2027)

Responsibilities

The post holder will lead community engagement and communications across AROS by leading and managing a multi-disciplinary team and by working strategically with colleagues across AROS and with external partners and stakeholders.

Requirements

We are looking for an exceptional communications professional who has a deep understanding that good communication can tell powerful stories that can change beliefs, attitudes and entire systems. You will be a highly motivated self-starter, strategic in your approach and able to focus on building relationships with a range of stakeholders across diverse communities and sectors across Scotland.

How to enquire or apply

For informal enquiries contact arOS-info at strath.ac.uk. Further details: PDF