Description

Alumni & Philanthropy Social Media Officer (Secondment/12 month FTC)
 

Ref Number
C16-00247
Professional Expertise
Fundraising and Philanthropy
Department
Vice-President (Advancement) (C16)
Location
London
Working Pattern
Full time
Salary
£36,433-£41,833
Contract Type
Fixed-term
Working Type
Hybrid
Available for Secondment
Yes
Closing Date
16-Nov-2025
 

About us
 

We are UCL: a diverse community with the freedom to challenge and think differently. From cancer research to climate change, dementia to social inequality, the world is facing huge challenges and we’re determined to solve them.  

There has never been a more exciting time to join the Advancement office as we plan for our biggest ever fundraising and engagement campaign and support the delivery of the bicentennial programme in 2026. We are a team of exceptionally ambitious, creative and passionate individuals who work together to achieve remarkable things with a global impact, and we would love for you to be part of this exciting journey and our success.  

Equity, diversity and inclusion is important to us. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is encouraged to give their best in a place where their unique experiences, perspectives and skills are seen as valuable assets.  

About the role
 

Please note this position is a fixed-term contract for 12 months. 

As Alumni & Philanthropy Social Media Officer, you'll be a key member of the Advancement Communications and Engagement team, responsible for producing engaging, targeted content across a range of social media platforms. You’ll help us tell compelling stories about UCL’s impact, celebrate our alumni community, and support our philanthropic goals. 

You’ll lead the day-to-day management of Advancement-owned social media channels (currently Instagram, Facebook and X, with scope to change), and collaborate with colleagues across UCL to contribute content to centrally and faculty-owned platforms, including LinkedIn, TikTok, WeChat and Weibo. 

This role offers the opportunity to shape our social media strategy, increase user-generated content, and demonstrate the value of digital engagement in achieving UCL’s advancement objectives. 

We're happy to consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible (minimum 0.8 FTE – equivalent of 4 days per week, stated salary to be pro-rata). 

This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 20%on site. Please note Tuesdays are our in-office day for all Advancement members and you will also be expected to be on campus or at attend UCL activities in addition to this, as required to fulfil the needs of the role. 

To find out more, email Lauren Cain, Senior Advancement Communications and Engagement Manager: lauren.cain@ucl.ac.uk 

Please use the “attach cover letter” upload option to tell us how you meet the criteria in the person specification. 

For more information about UCL Advancement, visit: www.ucl.ac.uk/giving  

About you
 

You’ll bring proven experience of managing social media channels for business, creating impactful content, and using creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite. You’ll be confident working in a fast-paced environment, with excellent organisational skills and a collaborative approach. 

You’ll be passionate about digital storytelling, with a strong understanding of current social media trends and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Experience in alumni engagement or fundraising is desirable but not essential. 

We are pleased to accept applications from individuals who possess transferable skills and experience drawn from sectors outside of Higher Education.  

What we offer
 

We know that our people are our greatest asset and in return we provide an empowering environment where personal and professional growth is invested in. We offer agile working and flexibility around working hours. Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure days and bank holidays. Visit www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more. 

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: 
 

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service 
• Discounted medical insurance 

Our commitment to EDI
 

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. 

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. 

These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. 

Available documents

 Alumni & Philanthropy Social Media Officer.docx