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Internal Communications Officer
Communications & Engagement
| Salary: |
£38,282 to £43,947
per annum, inclusive.
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| Closing Date: |
Sunday 12 May 2024 |
| Reference: |
PSS-COMMS-2024-04 |
We are seeking a driven individual with a passion for communication to join our respected Internal Communications team as Internal Communications Officer. Sitting within our dynamic, collaborative and impactful Communications & Engagement department, this role plays a key role managing internal staff communication activities across LSHTM that foster a thriving and inclusive staff community.
Reporting to the Internal Communications Manager, you will work to increase the reach and engagement of existing activities, work closely with the Internal Communications Manager and colleagues to develop new campaigns and initiatives that support key objectives in LSHTM’s strategy, and create and implement internal communications and change communications action plans.
The post is full-time 35 hours per week, and permanent based in London and is subject to the LSHTM terms and conditions of service.
Who we’re looking for
You must be educated to a degree level or equivalent, or substantial relevant experience of delivering communications within a higher education institution or another large organisation. You will have proven experience of effectively managing communications for an organisation, developing communications plans for strategic projects, and advising on and delivering communications for change programmes. Further particulars are included in the job description.
What we offer
You will receive a generous benefits package:
- Salary in the range of £38,282 - £43,947 per annum (inclusive of London Weighting, on Grade 5, Professional Services salary scale).
- An annual leave entitlement of 30 days (pro rata for part-time staff) + additional, discretionary “Wellbeing Days” (plus UK public holidays).
- Membership of the defined benefit Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) pension scheme, with generous 14.5% employer contributions, is available.
You will have the opportunity to work in the ways that most suit your work, personal situation and the needs of our School. In line with our Hybrid Working Framework, you would be expected to attend LSHTM’s buildings 8 days per month on average (pro rata for part-time staff).
You will also be based in our brand-new, state-of-the-art Tavistock Place building, which provides high-quality, flexible and sustainable working space for our staff.
How to apply
Applications should be made on-line via our jobs website. Online applications will be accepted by the automated system until 10pm of the closing date. Any queries regarding the application process may be addressed to jobs@lshtm.ac.uk.
The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as "Please see attached CV" will not be considered acceptable.
Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date.
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, successful, and happier at work. While we have more work to do, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace, a community that everyone feels a part of, which is safe, respectful, supportive and enables all to reach their full potential.