Communications and Events Officer

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university Salary: £33,558 - £38,541 per annum inclusive, with potential to progress to £41,404 per annum inclusive of London Allowance This is a fixed-term appointment for 18 months, with any extension subject to available funding. The Department of Methodology at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence in social science research methodology. The Department coordinates and provides a focus for methodological activities at the School. We are excited to offer an opportunity for a fixed term of 18 months to join our dynamic and friendly professional services team. The post holder will take the lead on internal and external departmental-focused communications, ensuring that key messages are disseminated effectively to a range of audiences. They will implement, maintain, and update the Department’s new Communications strategy and develop the Department’s external web presence via social media, the website and the departmental blog. The post holder will also take the lead role in managing, coordinating, attending, and publicising the Department’s events programme, including research seminars, staff events, conferences, and public events. They will act as the first point of contact within the department for the above areas and will be expected to take a proactive approach to monitor the latest web and social media technologies to keep the department’s communications relevant and up to date and increase the visibility of the Department of Methodology in research and academic engagement. We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities. For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification. Prior to submitting your application, you should review the how to apply document and follow the guidance provided. To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button above. If you have any queries about applying on the online system or require an alternative format for the application, please e-mail:  hr.jobs@lse.ac.uk quoting reference. For further information on this post, please contact Camilya Maleh,c.maleh@lse.ac.uk. The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 4 February 2024. (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.