Communications Officer
Applications for this vacancy closed on 13 March 2025 at 12:00PM
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<p></p><div>Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.</div><br>
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<div>Student Welfare and Support Services works collaboratively on student health and welfare issues with colleagues in colleges, academic and administrative departments, the Oxford University Student Union and key statutory services and other partners outside of the University.</div><br>
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<div>Services include the Counselling Service, Disability Advisory Service, the Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service, Peer Support Programme, and Mental Health Awareness Training, all aimed at supporting the well-being of our students so they can flourish academically.</div><br>
<div>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Communications Officer to join us on a permanent basis.</div><br>
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<div><strong>What We Offer</strong></div><br>
<div>Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:</div><br>
<div>•         38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.</div><br>
<div>•         One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.</div><br>
<div>•         A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.</div><br>
<div>•         An excellent contributory pension scheme.</div><br>
<div>•         Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.</div><br>
<div>•         Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.</div><br>
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<div><strong>About the Role</strong></div><br>
<div>The primary purpose of this role is to manage the day-to-day operational communications tasks within the department, develop a departmental communications plan, and ensure the smooth execution of various activities outlined in the plan. This will involve assessing and addressing stakeholder communications needs, creating high quality content in a diverse range of formats appropriate to different audiences, and utilising proactive problem-solving skills to resolve any issues that arise in this process.</div><br>
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<div>In addition, the post holder will confidently participate in collaborative decision-making and make creative suggestions to improve existing content and communications practices. They will conduct thorough evaluations and analyses of departmental communications activities, producing clear and concise reports that set out communications plans which support the departmental strategic objectives. As a skilled copywriter, the postholder will ensure departmental communications and content are of a high quality, accurate, relevant, and that they adhere to University and/or department brand and accessibility guidelines.</div><br>
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<div><strong>About You</strong></div><br>
<div>Candidates must be able to demonstrate</div><br>
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<div>•         A good general level of education (A Level or equivalent professional experience)</div><br>
<div>•         Demonstrable experience of contributing to print and digital communications activities, social media content and supporting media relations activity</div><br>
<div>•         Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate confidently and clearly to internal and external stakeholders</div><br>
<div>•         Ability to organise events and make administrative arrangements</div><br>
<div>•         Good IT skills and competency across Microsoft packages and experience across a range of standard communications software e.g. content management systems, digital content creation/graphic design software, video/image/audio editing software, social media, media monitoring and database software</div><br>
<div>•         Demonstrable awareness and understanding of the role of AI and digital developments in communications today</div><br>
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<div><strong>Application Process</strong></div><br>
<div>To apply, please upload:</div><br>
<div>•         A covering letter/supporting statement</div><br>
<div>•         Your CV</div><br>
<div>•         The details of two referees</div><br>
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<div>The closing date for applications is 12 noon on <strong>Thursday 13th March.</strong></div><br>
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Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy. Student Welfare and Support Services works collaboratively on ... Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University
of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground- breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy. Student Welfare and Support Services works ... |
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