Communications, Marketing and Events Coordinator

Organisation

Cranfield University

School/Department

School of Water, Energy and Environment

Based at

Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire

Hours of work

37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered.

Salary

Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £26,860 to £30,513 per annum, with potential progression up to £37,701 per annum

We are looking for a pro-active, skilled marketing and events professional to join our team and contribute to the growth of the British Society of Soil Science.

About the Role

In summer 2022, the British Society hosted the World Congress of Soil Science (WCSS) in Glasgow.

Alongside WCSS, the Society has experienced an increase in its external awareness with a 14% growth in membership during 2021 and ever-growing social media channels, with a 9% average increase in the second quarter of 2022 alone. The Marketing, Events and Communications Coordinator will provide pro-active and re-active communications support, aimed at both members and stakeholders. The role will also include planning and organising the Society’s calendar of events including the two-day annual conference and dinner.

About You

With proven experience of working with social media, website management and external media, you will be responsible for curating our communications channels to increase engagement amongst members and drive awareness amongst our stakeholders, maximising the exposure of our activities. This will include working with journalists, the media and our members to ensure we can provide a scientific viewpoint on issues which relate to soil.

You will deliver outstanding end-to-end organisation for our annual programme of events including training courses, our annual conference and workshops.

You will be required to create highly engaging content and show a strong awareness of the specific requirements of audiences across different channels. You love words, but you understand that content is much more than just copy. You consider the whole experience.

There will be a requirement to coordinate work on behalf of the Society and to attend on site to organise conferences and events, throughout the year.

About Us

As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here .

The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) was founded in 1947 by a number of eminent British soil scientists with the aims of advancing the study of soil; being open to membership from all those with an interest in the study and uses of soil; and issuing an annual publication.

Our Values and Commitments

Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here .

We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are also committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role.  Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here .

Working Arrangements

Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners.

How to apply                                    

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Garry, Executive Officer on: [email protected]

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: [email protected] . Please quote reference number 4250.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 13 October 2022

Interview date: 20 October 2022