Engagement Manager

This is a new post at Henley Business School, University of Reading, focused on building and maintaining engagement with Reading Real Estate Foundation (RREF), from prospective students through to senior industry professionals.

Delivering against the three pillars of the RREF strategy, the postholder will develop and deliver a high quality and impactful engagement programme that strengthens our networks and generates greater support for the Foundation.

Reporting to the Head of Network & Engagement, this role is responsible for engagement activities that encompass face-to-face and online events, content creation and dissemination, and an active social media presence, designed to steward existing donors, increase engagement, and support fundraising activities.

You will have :

• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• A clear focus on the customer and the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Proven experience in planning, organising and marketing successful, high profile activities in a marketing and/or events environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

Closing date: 2 June 2024
Interviews will be held: 11 June 2024

Informal contact details
Contact role: Interim Director of Alumni, Development & Careers
Contact name: Kerry Johnston
Contact phone: +44 (0)118 378 4191
Contact email: k.johnston@henley.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details
Contact name: Vicky Phillips
Contact role: Head of Network & Engagement
Contact phone: +44 1491 414527
Contact email: v.r.phillips@henley.ac.uk

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route.  Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS.  There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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