CONTENT & COMMUNICATIONS CO-ORDINATOR
UL STUDENT LIFE IS THE REPRESENTATIVE BODY FOR OVER **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** STUDENTS AT UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK.
We are looking for a creative and confident Content & Communications
Coordinator to join the team at UL Student Life. This new role will be
key in strengthening our online presence and improving student
engagement with the organisation. The successful candidate will
develop content to drive two-way conversations, increase awareness of
the work of UL Student Life and in turn help us better understand
student needs.
This role will be our in-house journalist; planning and delivering
content that speaks to our varied audiences. You will build strong
relationships across the organisation and the University, writing
creative copy and curating innovative social media content. Using your
in-depth knowledge of social media, you will be aware of emerging
trends across all platforms and create content that attracts and
retains the interest and attention of our students. You will work
closely with colleagues across UL Student Life, including our Student
Officer Team, to support them to reach more students and deliver key
messages. This role is integral to supporting the diverse work that UL
Student Life does ? everything from representation, campaigns,
events, activities, information and support. The ideal candidate will
have a flair for creative writing for a variety of topics and
channels, a strong passion for social media and help to develop and
embed the Student Life personality and brand. If you are creative,
confident, and self-motivated, this is a great opportunity to make a
role your own!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
_CONTENT PLANNING_
* Assist in the creation of a communications and content plan, to
support the team in the delivery of key events and activities, such as
Fresher?s Week, Welcome to the Pack Week, Charity Week, Student
Officer Elections and Campaigns.
* In partnership with the Digital Media & Promotions Co-ordinator
devise a social media content calendar to ensure regular, timely and
impactful content across these channels
* Build networks with student groups including the student
newspaper- An Focal, the student podcast team, the student radio team
ULFM, and external partners to develop opportunities for content
collaboration
* Utilise student feedback and engagement for content to continue to
improve and develop our output and channels
* Work with the Student Officer team to promote their public
profiles and provide support on campaigns.
* Stay up to date with what is happening across Student Life,
University of Limerick, the city and wider student movement to stay
current and spot positive PR opportunities and content
* Actively seek opportunities for sharing organisational wins from
each department and releasing through blog posts, news releases,
social media posts, and or other forms of communication.
_CONTENT CREATION & CURATION_
* Ensure timely, relevant and engaging content for our social
channels & platforms, including blogs, website, social media and news
releases
* Take responsibility for drafting and releasing all news releases
for the organisation, taking input from relevant staff team members as
required
* Write, proof and edit a variety of digital communications across
the organisation, such as blogs and web content to ensure brand and
tone of voice is consistent and correct
* Attend student events to capture photos and video content to use
for marketing purposes and provide live social media coverage to a
high standard
* Work with our Digital Media & Promotions Co-ordinator and our
media team to turn copy into engaging, high-quality assets
* Have your finger on the pulse for all latest trends for the
student audience and evaluate their feasibility without audiences and
available resources
* Be aware of shareable, engaging content, sourcing content from
external channels to build an engaged following and boost our content
on social media
* Work across the staff team to gather student data from our work
that can be used for campaigning, advocacy and lobbying on behalf of
students
* Establish and work with student and staff social ambassadors in
gathering stories and content
_GENERAL_
* Regularly monitor and report on content to inform improvements and
innovations
* Monitor and moderate social posts and comments and respond or
escalate to the Management Team
* Support key events throughout the year as outlined above, when
necessary
* Proactively work to ensure the organisation?s commitment to
diversity and inclusion is expressed in all outputs
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or related field.
* Minimum of 3 years' full-time relevant experience in a
communications, journalism or relevant role.
* Extensive experience working in the field of journalism, public
relations, communications or campaigning
* Excellent communications skills (both verbal and written)
including writing and storytelling skills, with an understanding of
brand tone of voice and writing for web and social.
* Strong understanding of the operation of print, broadcast, radio
and social media
* Skilled in using new media and technology to promote a message or
campaign
* Experience of developing and delivering communications plans
campaigns with clear metrics of success
* Experience of, or strong understanding of, producing web content
and an organisation?s social media presence
* A passion for social media and keen to learn about new
technologies and innovations
* Writing copy, editing, and proofreading for online media,
demonstrating excellent attention to detail
* An engaging writing style and the ability to convey complex
messages to a variety of audiences
* Good software knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator,
InDesign and Photoshop)
MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM
UL Student Life is the representative body for over **Apply on the
website** students at University of Limerick.
Our Vision is to be a world-renowned trailblazing students? body
recognised for championing students and delivering the best university
life experience. By taking an open, inclusive and non-judgemental
approach, we will create an environment enabling students to foster
lifelong relationships during their time in university.
OUR MISSION is to continuously improve the lives of students by
welcoming them into a friendly, fun environment that gives a real
sense of belonging. We are committed to supporting the ever-changing
needs of students in modern day society. As a team, we work together,
listening, adapting and ultimately improving our students?
university life experience.
OUR VALUES Student-led and student-centred; Committed to acting with
integrity; Inclusive and welcoming; Professionally organised;
Collaborative; Innovative; Representative of all in UL; Responsive to
students needs; Adaptive to students demands
STAFF COMPETENCIES
At UL Student life, our aim is to bring our strategic plan ?Building
on Success? to fruition. We aim to do this by committing to a
collaborative approach between student bodies, third parties, our
leaders and our team of dedicated staff.
Our strategic plan has been specifically created to support our
mission to ?continuously improve the life of students.?
To support this mission, the EVOLVE competency framework model has
been created at UL Student Life to ensure that each team member has
the opportunity to deliver this strategy to the highest possible
standard.
Through the implementation of this framework, it is envisaged that the
delivery of strategic goals can take place in tandem with the
development of each individual?s personal and professional goals,
core skills and competencies. The 5 key behaviours and competencies we
look for in our team are CREATIVITY; TEAMWORK & COLLABORATION;
SELF-MANAGEMENT; COMMUNICATIONS AND STUDENT CENTRED.
We welcome applications from those who feel they possess these key
competencies and behaviours.
WORKING AT UL STUDENT LIFE
This is a full-time position with UL Student Life with core office
hours and a requirement for flexibility to work some unsocial hours as
and when required and will be based at the Student Centre, University
of Limerick, reporting to the General Manager
A salary scale of ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website**
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the successful candidate and a probationary period.
UL Student Life offers you the opportunity to work in an exciting and
progressive environment and enjoy great staff benefits including:
* A contributory pension scheme
* Annual leave of **Apply on the website** days, exclusive of public
holidays, company days and wellbeing days throughout the year and
several other policies and benefits
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounted gym membership
TO APPLY please send a cover letter and cv to **Apply on the website**
outline clearly, how your experience matches the essential experience
and qualifications required for this role
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CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS MONDAY MAY 9TH AT 5.**APPLY ON THE
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