Kingston upon Hull, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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Hull Students' Union is here to make a difference to the student experience at the University of Hull. We are dedicated to empowering students, creating engaging experiences, and championing their voices. We are a diverse and vibrant team committed to supporting the needs of our students, and we need someone who can help us communicate our vision and values effectively.
The Role:
As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will lead the development and execution of our marketing and communications plans, driving engagement with students and the wider community. You’ll oversee our digital platforms, social media, campaigns, and internal communications, ensuring that our messages are impactful and reach the right audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communication plans.
* Lead on content creation, including social media, email marketing, and print materials.
* Manage the Students' Union's brand and ensure consistency across all channels.
* Analyse marketing performance, using data to optimise campaigns and measure success.
* Collaborate with internal teams to deliver effective student-focused campaigns and events.
* Provide expert advice and guidance on all marketing and communications-related projects.
* Oversee media relations and external communications to raise the profile of Hull University Students' Union.
About You:
* You have significant experience in marketing and communications, with a strong understanding of digital platforms and social media.
* You are a creative thinker who can develop engaging content and innovative campaigns.
* You are highly organised, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
* You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* You are confident in managing teams and collaborating across departments to achieve shared goals.
Why Hull University Students' Union?
* Be part of an exciting and dynamic charity that makes a difference to students’ lives.
* Enjoy a supportive, inclusive, and friendly work culture.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* Generous holiday allowance and other benefits.
If you’re looking to make an impact and bring fresh, creative ideas to a vibrant, student-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you!
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct reports: Managers are expected to have between 2-6 direct reports. There may be additional Student Staff/Interns during the Academic year.
Budget responsibility: Managers are designated budget holders and have responsibility as set out in the Financial delegation’s policy.
Qualifications & Training:
* Degree in a related subject or equivalent experience.
* Marketing and/or Communications qualification.
Experience:
* Experience of leading a team.
* Experience of writing and managing a budget.
* Experience of building and developing stakeholder/client relationships.
* Experience of delivering presentations.
* Experience of managing a team within a marketing and communications environment.
* Experience of designing and delivering training.
Skills/Ability/Knowledge:
* Analytical skills.
* Creative problem solving.
* Flexible, positive approach.
* Effective networking.
* Good interpersonal skills.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
* To act as adviser to all Trustees on interactions with local, national and student media, ensuring an appropriate response to requests.
* To ensure that personal knowledge and skills are updated to ensure effectiveness in meeting work objectives.
* To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of marketing best practices, monitoring industry trends and developments, both within the students’ union movement and externally, and to recommend the introduction of new initiatives and communications methods.
* Ensure confidentiality at all times in the handling and dissemination of information and data, and embedding and implementing GDPR across the workload.
* Carry out all duties in line with Student Union policies, vision, values and strategic aims.
* Ensure the Health and Safety policy and procedures are followed at all times.
* Maintain an active awareness of issues and practice in Students’ Unions nationally in order to build on good practice and identify trends, innovation and development opportunities.
* Carry out any other duties as may be required from time to time under the overall scope of the role.
We are committed to ensuring our workforce accurately reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We positively encourage applications from all individuals irrespective of gender, age, home country, ethnic background, sexuality, religious beliefs or disability.
All candidates will be treated equally and all appointments made on merit.
For further information or for details of how to apply please click 'Apply' to be directed to Hull SU's website.
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