Research Communications Assistant

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom; Oxford Road

Salary: £30,180–£32,722 per annum depending on relevant experience

Company

hirify.global's Global Development Institute conducts research and supports education, learning, and debate on global development.

What you will do

• Develop dissemination strategies with academics to amplify research, project findings, media engagement, and public engagement.
• Create and edit digital and print content, including blog posts, news releases, social media graphics, and podcast interviews.
• Support the GDI working paper series through academic liaison, copy-editing, publishing, scholarly communications, and dissemination.
• Lead internal communications so staff and students understand research activity and priorities.
• Maintain communication with alumni, particularly through the regular e-newsletter.

Requirements

• Good standard of education, normally to degree level or equivalent.
• Experience designing and delivering targeted communications campaigns and activities.
• Strong relevant communications experience, ideally in a research- or policy-related environment.
• Working understanding of key global development issues, stakeholders, and debates.
• Professional, positive, and collaborative approach when working with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Nice to have

• Persuasive and visible approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Transferable skills and real-world experience alongside formal qualifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment welcoming diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Christmas closure across departments outside annual leave and bank holidays.
• Purple Place employee discount platform.
• Flexible and hybrid working information is available, but the role is associated with the Oxford Road location.

Hiring process

• Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
• This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.