The UK Data Archive is the lead organisation of the UK Data Service, which provides unified access to regional, national and international social and economic data, support for policy-relevant research and guidance and training for the development of skills in data curation and use.
Duties of the Role
The post-holder will provide coordination and administrative support for the Communications and Engagement team in the UK Data Archive and UK Data Service. This is a varied role that provides the opportunity to coordinate multi-channel communications for events and training (including social media, web, print and promotional materials). The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating training activities including webinars, triaging team workflow and proactively contributing to engagement across the team, department and partner organisations as appropriate.
A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found within the job pack.
Qualifications and Skills required
In order to be successful, you will need evidence of, or qualifications, using Microsoft packages, with a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. You will also be educated to GCSE (grade A-C) level or equivalent in English and Maths.
The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and administrative skills and will possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, managing a range of varied tasks and dealing effectively with multiple priorities/deadlines. We are looking for an individual with administrative experience, including working in a Service environment where a high level of accuracy and attention to detail were required. Excellent interpersonal and effective communications skills are essential.
We particularly welcome applications from those who identify as male or non-binary and those from an ethnic minority as they are under-represented in the UK Data Archive.
This post involves access to Government systems, information or data and will be subject to the staff vetting process. Further information can be found in the job pack.
Closing: 22 September 2019
Location: Colchester
Salary: £19,613 – £22,417 per annum
Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time, until 31/03/2021 due to funding.
Further detail: Communications, Engagement and Training Co-ordinator job pack