Projects Assistant, Digital Engagement & ACN (Part-Time)

The University of Edinburgh; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh's Alwaleed Centre is seeking a Projects Assistant to support project delivery and promote its work on Islam and the contemporary Muslim world. The role involves coordinating digital content for the Centre’s website and social platforms, working with staff, academics, and external partners to showcase research and engage global audiences.

This part-time, hybrid post (14 hours per week) is ideal for a postgraduate student seeking a flexible, research-adjacent role.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration with staff and partners.
• A creative approach to communications and audience engagement.
• Experience creating engaging digital content for social media and websites.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery for the Alwaleed Centre and promote its work.
• Coordinate digital content for the Centre’s website and social platforms.
• Work with staff, academics and external collaborators to showcase research.
• Help promote the Alwaleed Cultural Network initiatives and online presence.
• Assist in coordinating ACN initiatives and maintaining online presence.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Independence

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Digital content creation

Job description

The University of Edinburgh's Alwaleed Centre is seeking a Projects Assistant to support project delivery and promote its work on Islam and the contemporary Muslim world. The role involves coordinating digital content for the Centre’s website and social platforms, working with staff, academics, and external partners to showcase research and engage global audiences.

This part-time, hybrid post (14 hours per week) is ideal for a postgraduate student seeking a flexible, research-adjacent role.