We are looking for an enthusiastic Communications Coordinator (Social Media) ready to take on a challenging and rewarding permanent role.
As a key member of the University's external communications team, you will play an important role in delivering engaging and effective social media activity that enhances Manchester Met's profile, reputation and connection with external audiences.
About the role
Working closely with colleagues across Communications and Engagement and the University's student content creators, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of content across the University's social media channels.
You will help ensure social media activity is well coordinated, high quality and aligned to the University's brand, tone of voice and strategic priorities.
Ideal candidates will:
- Support the creation, editing, scheduling and publishing of content across platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, X, TikTok and Facebook.
- Help to plan and manage content calendars, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of social media activity.
- Play a key role in community management, monitoring comments and messages and responding or escalating as appropriate.
- Coordinate content requests from across the University, ensuring clear briefs, timelines and approvals.
- Monitor trends and developments in social media and identify opportunities to enhance engagement.
- Contribute to campaigns and cross-team activity, providing social media coordination and support.
As a hybrid worker, you will be based at our All Saints Campus for part of the week, with flexibility to work remotely.
About you
A creative, well-organised and detail-oriented communications professional with a passion for social media and digital engagement.
Ideal candidates will have:
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content for different audiences and platforms.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail, particularly when managing content.
- Strong interpersonal skills and confidence working with colleagues and engaging with online audiences.
- Understanding of social media platforms and how they can be used to engage audiences effectively.
- Experience creating or managing digital or social media content.
- A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
About the Communications & Engagement team
Our team is dedicated to building and enhancing the University's brand, profile and reputation, supporting our goal to be recognised as a university, employer, and partner of choice.
As part of a great university in a great global city, the Communications & Engagement team delivers strategic communications that raise Manchester Met's profile and engage key audiences locally, nationally and globally.
The social media team plays a central role in showcasing the University's strengths – from student experience and research to partnerships and impact – through engaging, creative, and timely content across our corporate channels.
You will contribute to a fast-paced and collaborative environment, helping to deliver high-quality content, support campaigns and engage audiences in meaningful ways.
This permanent role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in digital communications and social media management, while gaining experience across a dynamic and creative team.
If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!
Please apply with your CV and covering letter. We welcome questions about the role, however, all expressions of interest should be included as part of your application (e.g. within your cover letter) and submitted through the application portal, not via email. If you'd like to find out more, please get in touch for an informal conversation with Alex Duffy - [email protected]
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
