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Location

Canterbury, Kent | United Kingdom

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Job description

Kent and Medway Medical School

Location: 

Canterbury

Salary: 

£25,742 to £28,759

Grade: 

Grade 5

Post Type: 

Full Time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Release Date: 

Wednesday 06 March 2024

Closing Date: 

23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 12 March 2024  (unless otherwise stated)

Reference: 

KMMS-214-24

Are you highly organised, creative and have a good understanding of all elements of marketing, from website and social media to print and production?  Do you have the confidence to communicate with a wide range of people on a day to day basis? If so, the role of Communications and Events Coordinator could be ideal for you.

In this post you will provide excellent communications and event support for our Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS).  You will contribute and create content for both written publications such as newsletters and press releases and for digital platforms and you will therefore be technically proficient in both web design and the use of a range of social media application and design packages such as Canva.   

What will you be doing day-to-day?

• creating and disseminating a range of creative and effective communications 
• communicating news stories and press releases that are engaging and the promote the School
• organising events, photoshoots, films and publications for the Schools website 
• support the School’s student recruitment and conversion activities such as Open Days and Applicants Days, Clearing, Outreach initiatives and events designed to further the Schools civic mission and increase public engagement

What are we looking for?

• educated to GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or equivalent
• high level of accuracy and attention to details and proven experience of producing targeted and effective written communications
• strong customer service experience and commitment to delivering a high-quality service
• excellent oral and written communication skills

KMMS opened to its first cohort of 108 pioneer students in September 2020. The vision for KMMS is to create a new medical school for Kent and Medway that becomes a beacon for first-class medical education and research. The School will attract the most talented aspiring doctors from within the local community and beyond, offering training and development opportunities that will help to keep that talent in Kent and Medway.  Our staff enjoy competitive salaries, an occupational pension scheme, generous holiday entitlements (43 days per year), hybrid working options and a great working environment. 

Does this role interest you?  Please see the links below to view the full job description and further additional about the School and benefits.  If you believe you meet the essential criteria as outlined within the job description we would welcome an application from you.  If you require further information regarding the application process , please contact the Human Resources team at [email protected] quoting reference number: KMMS-214-24.

Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University of Kent or Canterbury Christ Church University

We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level in this area

Further details:   

Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

The University of Kent values diversity and promotes equality at all levels.

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Job tags

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Salary

£25.74k - £28.76k per annum