Head of Digital Communications

Job information Head of Digital Communications from the Company Queen's University Belfast, this latest Head of Digital Communications job vacancy is located in the city Belfast BT. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Administration field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

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Job details

Job reference

24/111998

Date posted

17/06

Application closing date

01/07

Salary

£58,850 – £68,194 per annum.

Job category/type

Professional Support

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Head of Digital Communications

Job description Strategic Communications at Queen’s University Belfast is recruiting for a variety of roles across the profession. This is a unique opportunity to join an expanding function at the heart of conveying Queen’s message. We are an institution that takes pride, pride in what we do and how we do it. To continue to grow it is vital the institution is listening to our audience, is abreast of current affairs and with a learned ear, we do, authentically. If you believe that education matters, and like the idea of telling the world how Queen’s is making a difference to the lives of individuals, communities and society at large, check out our currently advertised roles. Head of Digital Communications This exciting new role of Head of Digital Communications is vital to ensure that Queen’s University is responsive to the fast-moving developments and remains at the forefront of digital innovation, reflecting our commitment to cutting edge communications and marketing practices. The role you would do is crucial to building the external reputation of Queen’s University Belfast in the UK, Ireland and internationally. You will provide timely and insightful advice to the University’s leadership, including the Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Vice-Chancellors, Vice-Presidents, Heads of Schools and Professional Service Directors on big themes and daily issues. Assisting the Director of Strategic Communications, you will play a central role in strategic planning, shaping digital communications strategy on a range of issues, and raising opportunities and risks. Strategic Communications are also seeking:

• Communications Manager – Internal
• Communication Research and Insight Manager

In addition, we will be advertising for a variety of roles across the entirety of the Office of the Vice-President of Strategic Engagement and External Affairs, each will provide the opportunity to make a significant difference. It’s exciting, fast-paced, meaningful work and we’re looking for excellent people to join our team, if you would like to be a part of the journey, all jobs will be advertised here: https://www.qub.ac.uk/sites/QUBJobVacancies/ for you to apply. The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria:

• Primary degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject (e.g. Communications, Public Relations and Advertising, Marketing and English).OR evidence of substantial relevant experience in Digital Communications including extensive strategic management and leadership experience.
• Proven track record (including recent experience) of:
  • Implementation and successful delivery of large scale digital local and international communications and marketing infrastructure projects across a complex organisation.
  • Digital communications and marketing innovation, creativity and developing and implementing successful paid and organic digital strategies to meet the objectives of a large and complex organisation*, across multiple markets with bespoke needs.
  • Creating and implementing digital policies, leading audits, and managing governance.
  • Creating and implementing successful digital strategies for major events of international importance.
  • Social listening and crisis management experience.
• Significant leadership and management experience – managing and developing a digital team that is responsive to emerging trends and technologies and managing content creators and influencers.

• large complex organisation is defined is defined as one that has: • Annual Turnover greater than £25.9 million • Average number of employees of more than 250.

Please note the above are not an exhaustive list. For further information about the role including the essential and desirable criteria, click on the ‘Candidate Information’ link below. At Queen’s our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a staff member you will become part of a vibrant organisational culture, which will provide you with the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through a continuous focus on learning and development. We offer an excellent employment package that includes:

• Great terms & conditions
• Pension schemes
• Flexible working by enabling you to design your working week in collaboration with your manager through a blend of remote and office working
• Family-friendly initiatives
• Career development opportunities
• Support for health & mental wellbeing
• Generous holiday entitlement of 8.4 weeks a year (made up of 23 days annual leave, 10 closure days and 9 bank holidays)

Queen’s University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We have created an inclusive culture by establishing staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality. We also subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI in addition to Athena Swan. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit: www.qub.ac.uk/diversity; www.qub.ac.uk/qgi and www.qub.ac.uk/sites/StaffGateway/StaffNetworks/. Informal enquiries may be directed to Peter McConkey via p.mcconkey@qub.ac.uk Candidate Information Attractive reward package Further information for international applicants