Knowledge Exchange Officer (EHA2383-1222-R)

We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone. 

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Knowledge Exchange Officer to be part of and shape the new Knowledge Exchange Office (KEO) at Edge Hill University.

You will be an integral part of the core team that will deliver our knowledge exchange priorities. You will work in a supporting role to the Head of the KEO and the KEO office team, and in a liaison role to the Director of Knowledge Exchange, the PVC External Relations and other associated staff across the University, to deliver significant growth in income through these activities. 

You will have day to day supporting responsibility for key aspects of the KEO including data management, marketing and communications support, events curation, finance, and administrative support for the KEO and be the first point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact: Christina.Blakey@edgehill.ac.uk.

About You

As a Knowledge Exchange Officer, you will:

Have knowledge of the Knowledge Exchange environment, supporting the development of new income streams.Be comfortable working with people and data and assist in the development of new business.Have good IT skills and able to use data management systems, social media, and other means to good effect.Be able to balance competing priorities.

This is an ideal role for a proactive, ambitious individual who has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.  

You will be confident in operating with staff at all levels both within the University and with external stakeholders and partners, able to excel as the first point of contact with the Knowledge Exchange Office and pride themselves in providing an excellent support service for internal colleagues and external clients.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

A minimum of 36 days annual leave per annum (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days) Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilitiesStaff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career.Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 16.3%

About Us 

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 21 Apr 2023

Department: Support

Salary: £29,762 to £32,411 per annum
Permanent