PEC Communications Manager

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the UK is seeking a part-time Communications Manager for 14 months. You will lead the communications strategy, produce engaging content for various audiences, and manage digital channels. Ideal candidates will have extensive communications experience, excellent writing skills, and an interest in human rights. This role involves collaborating closely with senior colleagues and stakeholders to enhance the Centre's impact on policy related to modern slavery and human trafficking.

Qualifications

• Extensive professional communications experience across digital, print, and social media.
• Proficient in communicating complex ideas to non-specialist audiences.
• Strong interest in digital innovation, including AI in communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high-quality communications for policy influence.
• Manage key elements of the Centre's communications strategy.
• Produce clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Manage the Centre's website and social media channels.

Skills

Professional communications experience

Excellent writing and editing skills

Ability to communicate complex ideas

Proficient in digital tools

Social media management

Education

Professional qualification in communications or marketing

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre, Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG.

Contract type: Fixed Term for 14 months in the first instance, contract end date no later than 31 March 2027.

Hours: Part time (0.6 FTE).

The Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality communications that support its mission to influence policy and strengthen responses to modern slavery and human trafficking.

Working closely with the Centre Manager and the Humanities Division's communications teams, you will manage key elements of the Centre's communications strategy. This includes producing clear, engaging content for a range of audiences; managing the Centre's website and social media channels; supporting events and campaigns; and evaluating the impact of communications activity. You will also provide advice and training to colleagues, ensure communications align with University branding, and help coordinate activity across internal and external stakeholders.

You will have extensive professional communications experience across digital, print and social media, excellent writing and editing skills, and a proven ability to communicate complex ideas to non-specialist audiences. You will be confident working independently, comfortable advising senior colleagues, and proficient in using digital tools and content management systems. A strong interest in digital innovation, including the role of AI in communications, is essential.

Experience in higher education, a professional qualification communications or marketing, or an interest in human rights and public policy would be an advantage.