Vacancy for Communications and Training Assistant at Archaeology Data Service (ADS)

Digital Preservation Coalition; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital data service provider is seeking a Communications and Training Assistant to support communication and training efforts. You will maintain websites, manage social media content, develop training materials, and assist with event organization. This full-time role offers a salary between £25,138 and £27,181 per year, based at the University of York.

Qualifications

• Experience in generating content for social media.
• Strong written communication skills are essential.
• Familiarity with maintaining websites.
• Ability to assist in organizing events.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the ADS and HSDS websites.
• Generate content for social media.
• Develop training materials including text and video resources.
• Assist in organizing and implementing events.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Communication skills

Event organization

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Vacancy for Communications and Training Assistant at Archaeology Data Service (ADS)

19 July 2024

University of York - King's Manor

£25,138 - £27,181 a year

Full-Time

Department

The Archaeology Data Service (ADS) is a world-leading digital repository providing digital data archiving services for UK archaeology and heritage. We are an established component of UKRI’s digital research infrastructure and active in international collaborations, as a leading member of the ARIADNE Research Infrastructure. Established in 1996, we hold the CoreTrustSeal and are the only digital repository to hold Archive Service Accreditation from the National Archives. Our Collections Policy covers all aspects of tangible heritage, and we are developing a new focus on Heritage and Conservation Science. Based at the University of York, we work closely with external partners in Higher Education, the public sector, and the commercial archaeological sector.

Role

This role is created following a successful £14.4m bid to AHRC by a consortium led by ADS to develop and host a Heritage Science Data Service (HSDS). The Communications and Training Assistant will support Dr. Nicky Garland (ADS Training and Communications Manager), the HSDS Training Officer, and the HSDS Service Manager in promoting and providing information about both the ADS and HSDS. Key responsibilities include maintaining the ADS and HSDS websites, generating content for social media, and providing text and images for reports and news stories. Additionally, the role involves supporting the development of training materials, including text and video resources, and assisting in organizing and implementing events.