Digital Communications Officer

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Digital Communications Officer to lead and deliver digital communications in the Department of Politics and International Studies at the University of Warwick. This full‑time, permanent role is responsible for the development of the Department’s digital communications strategy, and the planning, creation and delivery of content on a day‑to‑day basis across a wide range of digital channels.

The role is central to our student recruitment, education and research strategy and priorities, embedded in a vibrant community of 120+ staff and 1,300+ students.

You are a creative and strategic digital communications professional who thrives on shaping how an organisation tells its story online.

You enjoy taking ownership of websites and social media channels, using insight and analytics to continually enhance reach, engagement and impact.

You have a flair for translating complex ideas into clear, engaging content that resonates with a wide range of audiences, from prospective students to academic stakeholders.

You are confident working with CMS platforms and bring a solid understanding of AEO/SEO, accessibility and user experience.

You are organised, delivery‑focused and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. You build strong, collaborative relationships, are proactive and curious, and are motivated to identify new opportunities and drive continuous improvement.

PAIS is one of the leading Politics and International Studies departments. We are ranked 49th in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, and 4th in The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. In REF
2021 and REF
2014 we were awarded 100% 4
* for research environment and since 2016 we have been ranked as number 1 or 2 for ‘overall satisfaction’ in the Russell Group for Politics in the National Student Survey (NSS).

We are a diverse and inclusive community with a Professional Services team of 21 supporting education, research and department operations. We are committed to embedding the values of dignity, equality, freedom, and justice in our practices, including widening opportunity for both students and staff.

The Department’s core intellectual aim is to sustain a rich and welcoming environment as a methodologically and theoretically pluralist department with a broad and inclusive understanding of what it means to undertake research and teaching in Politics and International Studies.

We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including a suite of double‑degree MAs with partner institutions. We also have a vibrant PhD programme.

PAIS holds an Athena Swan silver award, a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in academia. We provide a welcoming and inclusive working and learning environment, recognising differences and fostering an inclusive academic environment in which all colleagues can thrive. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from racially minoritised, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and economically disadvantaged communities.

We are a world‑leading research‑intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK. 92% of our research is rated world‑leading or internationally excellent.

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work‑life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see:
Our Commitments | University of Warwick.