University of Derby
Halls Marketing and Events Officer
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The University of Derby
A modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
- We have some of the best university facilities in the UK
- Outstanding results for our teaching and research
- Awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023
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About the College/Department
Our Campus Life and Student Living department is responsible for essential services that significantly impact the student experience.
Campus Life
- About the various services that enhance the overall student experience
- Includes sports, recreational facilities and community engagement
Student Living
- Ensures the safety, comfort and compliance of the University's residential estates
- Award-winning accommodation provider
- Won ‘Best University Housing in the UK and Ireland’ for the last 4 years in a row
Whichever team you become a part of; student experience is our focus!
About the Role
We're looking for a creative individual to help deliver an outstanding marketing and events experience across our halls of residence. This varied role combines marketing, communications and event delivery, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact on both prospective and current students.
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- Play a key role in supporting major student recruitment activities
- Create engaging social media content that showcases life in our halls
- Design and deliver a vibrant programme of events and activities
Based within the Student Living team, you'll work closely with colleagues across the University. You'll spend part of each week with the External Relations team, collaborating on wider marketing initiatives and ensuring halls are effectively represented within the University's recruitment and communications campaigns.
About You
We're looking for an organised, creative and collaborative individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional experiences and engaging communications. You'll enjoy working in a dynamic environment, building positive relationships with others, and contributing to a welcoming and inclusive student community.
You'll bring:
- Experience of planning and delivering successful marketing campaigns
- Experience of planning and delivering activities and events programmes
- Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- The ability to plan and prioritise your own workload, work collaboratively with others, and adapt to changing priorities when required
Most importantly, you'll be enthusiastic about enhancing the student experience, bringing fresh ideas and a positive approach to creating a vibrant and supportive community within our halls of residence.
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Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
- Discounted onsite gym
- Cycle to Work scheme
- A flexible working environment
- A commitment to personal and professional development
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact:
- Steve Ward Head of Student Living via S.Ward5@derby.ac.uk
- Jo Lord, Head of Undergraduate Recruitment via J.Lord@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
Important Information
- The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
- Please visit our website for more information.
The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.
Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
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