Faculty Employability Administrator (ADM) (072018-310)

Category: Admin/Clerical | Faculty/Division: Research, Innovation and Enterprise | School: Enterprise and Employability | Department: Enterprise and Employability | Location: City Centre Campus | Post Type: Full Time | Closing Date: 27 Jul 2018 | The Faculty of the Arts, Design and Media (ADM) Careers+ Unit is seeking to recruit a recent graduate as a Careers+ Support Assistant (12-month fixed term). Applicants should have an understanding of the faculty of the Arts, Design and Media, and the career aspirations of students studying in this Faculty. The post holder will support the unit in the delivery of a full range of services to staff, students and employers. Tasks will include but are not limited to the following: being the first point of contact at the reception of the Careers+ unit, proving first line signposting and employability information to students, managing enquiries and booking appointments and rooms whilst maintaining accurate data and demonstrating excellent administrative skills. Applicants should have the ability to work on their own initiative and possess a high level of attention to detail.  Having a flexible attitude to work and the ability to prioritise their work is an important part of this role.  It is envisaged that the post holder will create promotional material and support the unit in developing the social media strategy to encourage student engagement with the ADM Careers+ team. A confident, professional and friendly communication style is essential to this role as you will be responsible for meeting and greeting students, employers and staff, representing the Careers+ team externally. A good understanding of a range of social media platforms is desirable. The successful applicant may be required to support the unit at Open Days and Applicant Visit Days which involve occasionally working at weekends. The post holder will be based at the City Centre campus, Parkside Building but may be required to travel to other campus buildings if required. It is anticipated interviews will take place w/c 13 August 2018 and the successful candidate will start on Monday 10th September 2018.