We are seeking to appoint an Events and PR Officer (Maternity Cover) for The Acceleration Through Innovation Project 2 (ATI2); a GBP 3.4 million, 3 year project which is supported by the European Regional Development Fund. Led by University of Plymouth, ATI2 raises awareness of innovation as a growth tool for business and provides intensive support to those who are ready to innovate.
Under the direction of the Media and External Relations Manager, and as a key member of the ATI2 project team, you will be responsible for the delivery of a customer focused, cost effective and efficient Event and PR service for the project.
You will have practical marketing and events experience, along with experience of working in a similar media environment. A relevant qualification in public relations/media or communications is required, coupled with excellent copywriting, editing and proof reading skills.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Jessica Oatey, Media and External Relations Manager by telephone: 01209 705165 / mobile: 07811752106 or by emailing Jessica.oatey@plymouth.ac.uk
Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday 10th March 2022 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit , our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.
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