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:
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:
* 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:
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