Research Communications Manager (Milton Keynes, ENG, GB, MK7 6AA)
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About the Role

This role is based in the Marketing and Communications (MarComms) unit and the position sits within the External Communications team.
Our vision is to tell the story of the OUs research to the world. We need somebody who can craft narratives and key messages on a wealth of different stories and projects. Whilst this role requires you to deliver high impact external communications for the OU, working across multiple channels delivering stories and content.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for delivering high impact research communications,



working with the Research Communications Manager for the OU with a range of key stakeholders, including Research and Enterprise, faculties and business units.You are proactive, working with others to extract information to create powerful narratives and key messaging to support the Marcomms Greater Reach plan.
You can take a planned approach to work, by leading, sourcing and delivering communications that can be used in University wide campaigns and external activity.The role requires interaction and management with groups of different stakeholders across the University and should ensure that research is at the heart of the Marcomms Greater Reach plan.
The role will also support the OUs leaders, academic experts and our amazing students, as they deliver the University's key messages both internally and externally. You will work with the Research Communications Manager to ensure the development of the Open Societal Challenges programme and support the Research and Innov

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