Communications and Engagement Manager - Data Research, Access and Governance Network Research Group

Company: University West of England

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049 a year

Hours: Part-time

Location: Bristol, BS16 1QY

Working pattern: Hybrid - 1 day remote

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 9 Sept 2026

Closing date: 30 Sept 2026

Apply for this job

Summary

The University of the West of England (UWE) is seeking a creative and experienced Communications and Engagement Manager to lead the development and delivery of communications, engagement and knowledge-exchange activities across Data Research, Access and Governance Network's (DRAGoN) ambitious programme of data and analytical research.

A key priority will be to design, develop and launch a new Digital Knowledge and Community Hub, creating an accessible and engaging focal point for DRAGoN's research, data resources, analytical tools, guidance and learning materials. You will also lead the development and implementation of DRAGoN's communications and engagement strategy, manage its digital and social media presence, and develop innovative ways of communicating complex research to diverse audiences.

Working closely with researchers, programme colleagues and external partners, you will lead a varied programme of workshops, seminars, conferences, stakeholder roundtables and networking activities, helping to build an active community around DRAGoN's work and strengthen connections between research, policy and practice.

Apply for this job

#s1-Gen

The University of the West of England (UWE) is seeking a creative and experienced Communications and Engagement Manager to lead the development and delivery of communications, engagement and knowledge-exchange activities across Data Research, Access and Governance Network's (DRAGoN) ambitious programme of data and analytical research.

A key priority will be to design, develop and launch a new Digital Knowledge and Community Hub, creating an accessible and engaging focal point for DRAGoN's research, data resources, analytical tools, guidance and learning materials. You will also lead the development and implementation of DRAGoN's communications and engagement strategy, manage its digital and social media presence, and develop innovative ways of communicating complex research to diverse audiences.

Working closely with researchers, programme colleagues and external partners, you will lead a varied programme of workshops, seminars, conferences, stakeholder roundtables and networking activities, helping to build an active community around DRAGoN's work and strengthen connections between research, policy and practice.

1 Part time Media / Design / Creative Industries / Art jobs in Melksham, Wiltshire