Communications And Engagement Officer

The post-holder will promote the Administrative Data Research Centre Northern Ireland (ADRC NI), and the work of its research teams, to a wide and diverse audience to deepen understanding of administrative data research, research outcomes, relevance and impact (via multiple channels including website, social media, newsletters and briefings). The ADRC NI, a partnership between Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University, is part of a UK consortia which aims to facilitate access to linked administrative data for research for public benefit. The post-holder will support the Public Engagement, Communications and Impact (PECI) manager in (i) planning and delivery of events and Engagement activities with stakeholders, (ii) recording and reporting of outcomes and impact, (iii) promotion, outreach and communication, and (iv) coordination and delivery of a new All-Party Group and public data panel. The post-holder will be based at the Centre for Public Health.

About the person:

The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria:

• A primary degree (or equivalent) or substantial relevant experience 2 years’ recent and relevant experience in similar or related role(s)
• Experience in:
  • The use of a mixture of social media tools for marketing and communication purposes website design, content management and/or maintenance.
  • Working with a range of stakeholders to effectively engage on complex topics producing effective communications in a range of mediums.
  • Delivering activities within communication strategies.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website.

Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

What we offer:

Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more at https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/HumanResources/pay-reward-and-benefits/

Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality.

For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit www.qub.ac.uk/diversity.