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National Oceanography Centre
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Southampton, UK
GBP 42,062-42,062 / year
Posted on Feb 15, 2025
External Communications Manager
National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
Fixed Term Appointment (12 months maternity cover)
Full time (37 hours per week)
£42, 062
Who are we?
We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) - the UK’s leading institution for integrated coastal and deep ocean research. Through our ground-breaking research, collaboration, and game-changing innovation we work to gain a deeper understanding of our ocean, helping every living thing on our planet flourish.
We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community focused on solving challenging long-term marine science problems, underpinning international and UK public policy, business and societal outcomes.
The ocean has the potential to provide the solutions to so many of the social, economic and environmental challenges we face worldwide. To truly harness the value of the ocean, we put ocean research, science and discovery at the heart of our culture.
Join us in shaping the future of oceanographic research and contribute your unique perspective to our organisation.
About the role
The External Communications Manager role is pivotal in helping develop robust messages and stories and tailor these to the needs of audiences and stakeholders. Communicating through different channels and communicating in a way that recognises and support NOCs scientific independence and ensure we are relevant in the modern world is critical.
Key duties of this position will include:
- Ensure NOC communications are consistent with the NOC Strategy
- Manage NOC’s press office and build NOC's reputation and network with UK and international media by creating 1:1 relationships with key national journalists.
- Manage and lead the External Communications Officer and Digital Communications Officer role. Provide day-to-day line management and coach on an ongoing basis to up-skill and support learning and development and career opportunities where possible.
- Work closely with the Digital Communications Officer and the Creative team to develop optimal channels for communication, to ensure the communications developed are delivered to audiences and stakeholders through the best channels and mediums.
- Support the objectives of NOC by bringing communications expertise to develop compelling external key messages aligned to NOC strategy. Once developed, guide, lead and own through the communications process/lifecycle.
- Devise innovative, engaging and measurable communications campaigns linked to key NOC research topics and mission projects managing activities across different disciplines in the creative team such as design, web and video. Ensure success measures are part of ongoing campaign development, reporting on these to the wider team. To input into reports and evaluation of activities in line with the requirements of funders where required.
About you
We are looking for an excellent communicator, someone who is particularly adept at storytelling both verbally and in writing. The ability to manage the end to end communications process is essential, including concept, content creation, channel and delivery. You must be a team player and contribute to the success of the wider Engagement function.
Why NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits, including:
- 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays
- a 10% employer contribution pension scheme
- access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and anonymous support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
- access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
- a Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories
- a great working environment with a number of social events, including summer and Christmas celebrations
- we are proud to be a Living Wage Employer
Location
This position will be based in Southampton. The centre is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking with over 40 EV charging points.
We have a hybrid working approach where for most positions staff can work from home up to 2 days per week. If you are interested in this position, but require a more flexible working arrangement, please contact the recruitment team using the contact details below.
We can support visa applications where required. We may be able to offer financial support for applicants who will need to relocate for this position.
Submitting an application
Please click ‘Apply for this job’ and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the NOC recruitment team at careers@noc.ac.uk / 07955 851648.
Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description and person specification.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position, as we strive to create a supportive and equitable environment where all voices are valued and heard.
Those seeking employment at NOC are considered solely on their qualifications, skills and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status (including pregnancy / maternity leave) or any other protected characteristic.
There is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the position and declare a disability. NOC is an Investors in People organisation.
Date advert posted: 14 February 2025.
Closing date: 14 March 2025. This vacancy may close earlier depending on the number of applicants.
Please note we are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this position.
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