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Media and Public Affairs Manager

 

We need an experienced communications professional who can think outside the science box. The Media and Public Affairs Manager will manage Understanding Animal Research’s pro-active non-science media and public affairs work. He or she will keep the organisation engaged with relevant public affairs issues, contribute to how we manage our reputation, and attend and report on external policy-related events.

 

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • The successful candidate will be a graduate and will have at least three years relevant communications experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas to a range of audiences and to generate trust and confidence in individuals at all levels both within and outside the organisation.
  • Experience of public affairs, including detailed knowledge of the UK political system and public affairs tools.
  • Experience of working in communications/public affairs/policy teams.
  • Understanding and experience of managing events including providing briefing material and logistical support.
  • Ability to manage a portfolio of projects while analysing and interpreting complex information and presenting it clearly and precisely, both verbally and in writing.
  • Understanding and experience of working across media channels and an ability to recognise the needs of different media (particularly non-science and consumer magazines), knowledge of media processes and tools including use of freelancers and pitching stories to editors.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Manage Understanding Animal Research’s pro-active media function, principally identifying positive story opportunities and promoting them to appropriate media, including building and maintaining positive relationships with journalists; writing articles and opinion pieces; and providing media advice.
  • Deliver an effective public affairs function including: monitoring the Westminster parliament and government; managing engagement with key parliamentarians and officials; and providing appropriate policy support and advice to the Chief Executive and UAR Council.
  • Contribute to the development of an integrated communications strategy and action plan, taking full account of the needs and aspirations of all UAR’s key interest groups.
  • Contribute to our public facing online presence, reflecting the key priorities of UAR.
  • Service the UAR Communications Advisory Group.
  • Assist in the editing and production of Understanding Animal Research publications and Annual Report.
  • Assist in other communications work of UAR as required by the Communications Director.

 

This post reports to the Communications Director at Understanding Animal Research, which is based at Charles Darwin House, Central London. The contract will be for 12 months in the first instance with the possibility of extension. Salary will be in the range of £35K – £40K for the right candidate.

Please apply by sending your CV and an email explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of this post to info@uar.org.uk. The closing date for applications is 6 February 2012.

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