Civic & Public Engagement Assistant

Knowledge Exchange and Civic Strategies. It supports the development of research proposals seeking external funding; statutory reporting to external funders; compliance and due diligence on research funding; the monitoring of progress and the financial delivery of externally funded grants; business growth and upskilling/reskilling programmes, as well as commercialisation opportunities; short courses and executive training; training and support programmes for researchers; the Research Excellence Framework and knowledge exchange; public and community engagement; civic priorities; and research policy and strategy. In 2021, the Department launched a new Civic Strategy and Civic University Agreement, focussed on developing Goldsmiths' role as a local anchor institution, helping to improve the lives of local people in Lewisham and beyond. The Deputy Warden for Research and Enterprise provides academic leadership of this area. The Department is under the strategic management of the Director of Research, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange who reports to the Deputy Warden., The role of Engagement Assistant is focussed on supporting engagement work acrossthe Department of Research, and Knowledge Exchange, with a particular focus on civicand public engagement activity. In 2021, Goldsmiths launched a new Civic Strategy andCivic University Agreement, focussed on developing Goldsmiths' role as a local anchorinstitution, helping to improve the lives of local people in Lewisham and beyond. Publicengagement, engaged research, community dialogue and knowledge exchangeactivities form core components of these strategies.In 2022, Goldsmiths was a partner in Lewisham's year as London Borough of Culture,and regularly engages with festivals, the arts, museum and cultural sectors forengagement activities in South London and beyond. Engagement activity across theCollege offers exciting opportunities for engaging with local audiences and communitieswith Goldsmiths' academic expertise in new and creative ways, and supporting theseinitiatives will be a key part of the Civic & Public Engagement Assistant's role., Administrative

• Assisting in coordination of various boards, networks and working groups -
linked to key strategic areas such as Research and Knowledge Exchange and Social Innovation - booking rooms, taking minutes, etc.
• Helping to coordinate central funding schemes and award schemes such as
our annual Engagement Awards.
• Monitoring generic email accounts and making sure that enquiries are
properly routed.
• Liaising with between teams and responding to enquiries.
• Assisting with evaluation data collection and collation.
• Coordinating training and development opportunities.
• Coordinating and acting as first point of contact for some Goldsmiths
engagement networks.Events
• Supporting the planning, delivery and evaluation of interactive cultural
events and activities. Helping to deliver activities such as community engagement with the Civic University Agreement and other relevant activities.
• Helping to support and promote the Goldsmiths 'Civic Days' initiative,
working with local partners.
• Attending appropriate external forums to ensure a Goldsmiths presence,
where appropriate to level of grade.Communications
• External communications - Assisting with event listing copy / web copy / case
studies
• Internal communications - Keeping relevant sections of the Goldsmiths internet
and intranet up to date.,
• You will be required to undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required
• Ensure that you are aware of and aligned with Goldsmiths' Regulations, Strategy,
and Objectives to work together to proactively advance Equality and Diversity
• At all times to help maintain a safe working environment by participating in
training as necessary and following the Goldsmiths' Health and Safety Codes of

An undergraduate degree or equivalent experience A, C, I, Degree in a relevant subject A, C, Experience of writing content on a public platform for external audiences A, I, T, Experience of administration, i.e setting up meetings, taking and A, I distributing minutes. Experience of assisting with the delivery of public facing events A, I Desirable Criteria 2 - Experience Experience of working with charities, community groups or grassroots A, I organisations (either in a professional or voluntary capacity) Experience of working at public-facing events A, I Experience of working with organisations and communities in the A, I Borough of Lewisham Experience of creative production, curating or public facing creative A, I practice Essential Criteria 3 - Knowledge A basic understanding of Civic / Public Engagement and awareness of A, I its importance to Higher Education Desirable Criteria 3 - Knowledge A basic understanding of community, charity and civic sector (e.g. via I voluntary experience). Essential Criteria 4 - Skills Excellent communication skills including written and oral skills A, I Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a wide range A, I of people Ability to handle sensitive information in a diplomatic manner A, I A high level of attention to detail A, I Ability to plan and organise own workload and work to deadlines A, I Desirable Criteria 4 - Skills Writing and editorial skills, including copy editing and proofreading A, I

Goldsmiths, University of London, is a world-leading centre of educational excellencewhere ground-breaking research meets innovative teaching and thinking. We're lookingfor inspiring and talented people to help build on our global reputation while also growing

If you choose to work with us, you'll become part of a learning organisation that iscommitted to professional and personal development, with comprehensive andinnovative staff development and wellbeing programmes.You'll also have access to frequent lunchtime and evening talks, seminars andperformances, and annual performance and development reviews.Our other benefits include:
• Competitive salary
• Working in Zone 2, with fantastic transport links and interest free travel to work
loans
• Excellent annual leave entitlement plus additional closure days at Christmas
and Easter
• Membership of USS or LPFA pension scheme, dependent upon grade
• Maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave and pay
• Contractual sick pay provision
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7/365 confidential
and free advice, support and information service on a range of personal, family or work related matters.
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives including the Chaplaincy and Staff Choir
• On-site dining facilities
• Access to University of London facilities such as Senate House Library