Head of Communications and Advocacy

Admissions, Recruitment and Marketing Division

Head of Communications and Advocacy

Ref: ALC1454

Salary on appointment will be £45,737 per annum with an annual increment up to £52,841 per annum.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Communications and Advocacy to lead the University’s corporate communications, including proactive and reactive media relations and social media.

The role supports UEA’s strategic objectives by driving the development and delivery of communications strategies, plans and projects across multiple channels.

You will oversee the delivery of high-profile campaigns and champion a collaborative approach to grow the reputation of UEA globally and support student recruitment.

You will have experience in a similar senior level communications role. You will have proven media relations experience, dealing with both proactive and crisis communications, and be able to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time post is available immediately on an indefinite basis.

UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.

Benefits include:

• 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days.
• Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, medical centre, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 15 April 2024

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Hayley Mace, Associate Director, Communications and External Relations via [email protected]