Communications And Engagement Officer

School/Department:  University of Sussex Business School (Working across several Schools and the Institute of Development Studies) Hours: Full time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (36.5 hours per week) Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need). Location: Brighton, United Kingdom Contract: Fixed term until 31 July 2025  Closing Date: 23 April 2024. Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date. Expected Interview Date: To be confirmed Expected Start Date: As soon as possible The Sussex Sustainability Research Programme (SSRP) Centre of Excellence is seeking a highly motivated communications professional to support the delivery of effective communication for the Programme’s projects, events and activities. The postholder will oversee all aspects of our communication channels covering the website, digital and social media providing timely messaging to our internal and external audiences. If you are an excellent communicator with strong digital skills and creative flair, a keen eye for detail, and you are self-driven with a can-do attitude then this will be a fantastic opportunity for you.  This exciting role sits within the University of Sussex Business School and is line-managed by the SSRP Senior Programme Manager. The post-holder will be responsible for overall communications support for the Programme, including day-to-day comms tasks as well as more strategic, long-term comms planning. The role is also responsible for supporting the Programme’s vital impact and Engagement work, acting as the primary facilitator of engagement opportunities across the Programme and facilitating the achievement of impact arising out of the Programme’s funded research projects. The post holder will work collaboratively with the SSRP Senior Programme Manager, and the Research Coordinator and other colleagues as required to help implement the strategic vision of the Programme, and in so doing support the University’s ambition to create a world-leading research programme providing science to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Please find further information about the SSRP on our website here: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/research/centres/sussex-sustainability-research-programme/ Please contact Sephora Imomoh, S.M.Imomoh@sussex.ac.uk for informal enquiries.  For full details and how to apply click the 'Apply' button above. The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.