Interim Internal Communications Coordinator

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The opportunity

In this role, you will support the planning and delivery of internal communications to connect, engage, inspire and inform our staff and students at Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon Colleges of Arts, part of University of the Arts London (UAL).

You will play a key role in supporting the realisation of the vision and strategic objectives for the 3 Colleges, including the development of our multiple College brands. The role is responsible for understanding and interpreting the environment in which we operate in order to inspire, inform and engage our staff and students across the 3 Colleges, covering our strategy, news, policies and procedures.

You will also be responsible for supporting the delivery of our internal messages, ensuring messaging is consistent and impactful across all channels and that the reputation of the Colleges is protected and enhanced.

The role involves working closely with key senior staff including academics to develop a compelling narrative to help staff understand the role they play and that contributes to the overall student experience.

About you

Educated to degree level, you’ll have experience of overseeing communication channels, including setting up and running channels as well as creating, writing, proofing and editing content (copy, images, video).  Ideally familiar with systems used at UAL such as Mailchimp, Squizmatrix, App Space, Canvas and Workflow (or other internal communications/intranet).

Interviews are scheduled to take place between 7th and 9th February 2024.

If you have any questions about the role, application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Christine Crouch, Resourcing Advisor / jobs.ccw@arts.ac.uk.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Our culture

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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