Are you a savvy digital communicator with a passion for research and social justice? We’re looking for a skilled and enthusiastic person to help propel our development findings to a wider international audience.
For over 60 years, The University of Manchester has been at the forefront of Development Studies and The Global Development Institute (GDI) continues to drive forward new ideas promoting sustainable development and social justice for all.
Researchers at the GDI are addressing some of the biggest challenges the world faces including the politics of development, growth, agrarian and urban changes, the opportunities and challenges of digital and migration, global production networks and the effectiveness of development organisations.
Working as part of the GDI Communications and Impact Team, the Digital Communications Officer is responsible for responsible for planning and delivering communication activities across a wide range of digital channels to help raise the profile of GDI’s work and enhance its potential for impact.
The Digital Communications Officer has a vital role in creating engaging new content, presenting research and insights for different audiences and running the key digital channels including the website, blog, e-newsletter, podcast, video, webinars and social media. While the role focuses on communicating GDI’s research outputs and insights, it also takes a lead in supporting student recruitment and identifying potential areas of synergy.
What you will get in return:
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Chris Jordan
Email: christopher.jordan@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
