Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 July 2026 in the first instance. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Department of Sociology at the University of Cambridge. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Outreach and Communications Coordinator to support the delivery of effective multi-channel communications for the Department. The Department of Sociology is one of the four departments within the Faculty of Human, Social and Political Science, alongside the Departments of Archaeology, Social Anthropology and POLIS (Politics and International Studies). Further information about the Department is available at: www.sociology.cam.ac.uk This varied and dynamic role has key responsibilities in the provision of, and support for, all areas of communications and outreach activities. The role holder will focus on the dissemination and promotion of the world class teaching and research in the Department, and on increasing interest from prospective students in its courses. The role encompasses four main areas: Website, Events, Publicity and Outreach. Candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, work effectively as part of a team and have the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will have excellent planning and organisational skills, experience in using a range of communications platforms, including social media and website content management systems, and demonstrate knowledge of audience-driven communications. The post is available part-time at 40% (2 days per week or similar) until 31 July 2026 in the first instance, working Tuesdays in the office to support seminars. We particularly encourage women and /or candidates from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background to apply for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level within our University. Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to the Departmental Administrator at administratorsociology.cam.ac.uk. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the HR team ( hrhsps.cam.ac.uk ). Please quote reference JM44304 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Further information JM44304 Further Particulars Outreach and Communications Coordinator Apply online