Communications Officer

DMU is an ambitious, globally minded institution with a clear focus on delivering high-quality teaching and research. A culturally rich university with a strong commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating, innovative and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive.

Faculty / Directorate

The Marketing and Communications Directorate at DMU offers full-service marketing and communications support to the university, comprising brand and creative development; design and print services; corporate and student recruitment marketing campaigns; CRM and conversion campaigns; faculty marketing and recruitment; reputation management; media relations; internal and external communications engagement; events; schools and colleges engagement; Widening Participation; enquiry management and follow up; web and digital development and market insight.

This role sits within the Engagement Communications team. This team looks at the end-to-end communication needs for internal and external stakeholders and audiences. The main task of the team is to produce engaging communications which ultimately support the delivery of DMU's strategic vision. The team supports both employee communications across internal channels and content for our different audiences across social media.

DMU has a new strategy, The Empowering University, and has embarked on an ambitious programme of transformation The Engagement Communications team and this role will play a key part in delivering this.

Role

As the Communications Officer, you will assume a central position within our communications team, contributing to a variety of projects while aiding in the planning and assessment of communication and engagement initiatives aligned with the university's strategic objectives. Acting as a key liaison between the communications team and internal and external stakeholders, you will play a crucial role in fostering and managing relationships to ensure effective coordination and business partnering within the team.

Your responsibilities will encompass the development and execution of engagement communication strategies, with a particular focus on supporting the university's strategic ambitions. This will involve creating compelling content across various platforms, including digital, social media, intranet, and email, to engage with diverse audiences effectively. Additionally, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the university to assess communication needs and build essential relationships to support engagement plans.

As a pivotal member of our team, you will adopt project management approaches to communications planning, considering university priorities, stakeholder engagement, available resources, and realistic timelines. You will be responsible for producing detailed communications plans and reports to senior stakeholders, demonstrating the impact of our communication efforts against stated objectives.

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a proactive and versatile Communications Officer to join our communications team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting various projects and initiatives while contributing to the planning and evaluation of communications and engagement activities aligned with university and directorate priorities.

As the primary communications contact for internal and external stakeholders, the ideal candidate will excel in fostering strong relationships and coordinating a business partnering approach within the communications team. You will contribute to and execute engagement plans tailored to key university audiences, including staff, students, prospective students, and external stakeholders, in alignment with our strategic aims.

With a flair for producing high-quality content across multiple platforms, including digital, social media, and internal channels, the ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity and innovation in engaging with diverse audiences. You will possess strong project management skills, enabling you to plan and deliver communications strategies effectively while adhering to timelines and resource constraints.

A commitment to promoting DMU's values and code of conduct, along with a willingness to work flexible hours as required, including evenings, weekends, and university Open Days, is essential. If you are a proactive communicator with a passion for engaging diverse audiences and driving impactful communications strategies, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.