Deputy Head of Public Engagement

This is an exciting time to join the Public Engagement Unit as we embark on a renewed agenda for public involvement and engagement with research at the University of Bath. The Deputy Head of Public Engagement will be key in supporting this work. 

About the role

The Deputy Head of Public Engagement manages the development and delivery of activities that support high-quality public involvement and engagement with research falling across three categories of work:

• Capacity and capability building activities 
• Public involvement and engagement opportunities   
• Building and maintaining relationships externally and internally 

The role is also responsible for managing the staff, budgets and communications work of the Public Engagement Unit. 

Established in 2012, the Public Engagement Unit has been at the forefront of advancing the practice and thinking around public engagement with research at the University of Bath and the wider higher education sector. The Unit's work contributes to the Research Pillar of the University Strategy by supporting high-quality, responsible engagement to ensure that our research is aligned closely with societal need while also positively contributing to community groups and other public contributors.  

About you

We are looking for someone:

• with practice-based knowledge of engagement and involvement work
• who can think and act practically as well as strategically to deliver our work and propose appropriate recommendations to improve the connections between research and wider society
• with an ability to foster a positive, caring and inclusive working environment
• with the ability to work independently but in a highly collaborative and consultative manner 

Further information

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Helen Featherstone, Head of Public Engagement at hf362@bath.ac.uk.

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