Communications & Engagement Manager

The post holder should have an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a scientific discipline, and experience of working in communications in a scientific, conservation or research-focused environment, and/or within the higher education sector, as well as of managing a strategic communications function.

As the key voice for science communications, the person requires excellent writing and editorial skills and attention to detail which they will use in the development of a range of communications programmes and channels (including monitoring and reporting on social media and digital analytics).

The post holder should demonstrate confident leadership and the ability to build strong personal and collaborative relationships. Their experience in line managing, developing and mentoring colleagues should extend to the ability to use change management approaches to build understanding and ownership, with a particular skill at handling critical and sensitive matters.

This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.

The salary will be £43,123 – £46,600 per annum pro-rata, depending on skills and experience.

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interviewing disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

No agencies please.