Work Health Hub Administrative and Impact Coordinator

£26,981 to £28,213 per annum (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £32,445 per annum)

Hybrid
This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location. Currently, this role offers the opportunity to work remotely, normally 1 day/s a week in line with our Adaptive Working Framework.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

The University of Derby has a brief history of delivering excellence in research, teaching and student experience, recognised by a Gold award in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023.

The College of Health and Humanities brings together two dynamic and diverse schools. The Work Health Hub is an integral industry engagement programme within this College, providing strong links with academic colleagues to explore additional funding and expand research activity.

About the Team
The Work Health Hub focuses on preventative and proactive approaches to health and wellbeing in the workplace, aiming to challenge stigma, promote early intervention and advocate for psychologically safe working environments.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for The Work Health Hub, including management of memberships, marketing, and the design and development of material for the hub platform.
• Write and publish the 'Paper to People' initiative that condenses research findings into accessible formats.
• Collate and coordinate data and information to measure impact of Hub initiatives, working with colleagues across the University.
• Nurture effective working relationships with business development staff across the institution.
• Support delivery of key workshops as part of an organisations action plan.
• Support key market engagement events throughout the year, promote the Work Health Hub and generate new business opportunities.
• Actively promote the Hub platform across social media platforms and produce regular posts to promote Hub activity and wellbeing initiatives.
• Create case studies to demonstrate impact, feeding into The Higher Education Business and Community Interaction Survey (HE-BCI) and Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029.

Ideal candidate

The postholder will have been educated to A-Level standard (or equivalent significant work based experience) with GCSE level C or above in Maths and English. They should have experience working in an administration environment in a service setting (including minute taking), supporting projects, and promoting a programme or service across various networks.

Key skills include strong organisational, prioritisation and time management skills; excellent interpersonal and communication abilities; a keen attention to detail and effective proof reading; and the ability to compile, coordinate and produce key performance reports.

Experience

• Experience of working in an administration environment in a service setting (including minute taking)
• Experience of supporting projects
• Experience of promoting a programme or service across various networks
• Experience of self direction and ability to use one's own initiative
• Experience of working in a role involving strict deadlines

Skills, knowledge & abilities

• Strong organisational, prioritisation and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships
• Good attention to detail, including proof reading skills and the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy
• An understanding of the UK Mental Health & Well Being agenda and of the importance of positive mental health and wellbeing in the workplace
• The ability to compile, coordinate and produce key performance reports, where required
• Ability to design and develop new content and initiatives for the Hub
• Ability to maximise digital marketing opportunities including the use of social media
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience in dealing with both internal and external partners at all levels
• An approach that is flexible & adaptable, and able to support opportunities for the Hub to participate in research, demonstrate impact and influence policy
• Digital literacy and excellent computing skills, including Microsoft Office and administrative business systems
• Knowledge and understanding of data protection principles

Business requirements

• Willingness and flexibility to travel and work between University sites in a cost effective and timely manner
• Meet all mandatory training requirements and complete relevant core modules

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support, including family friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, regardless of age, disability, trans status, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation. We are Disability Confident Employers and invite applicants to highlight adjustments they may require to ensure equitable participation in our recruitment processes.

We encourage a trans and non binary inclusive environment and continuously review our policies, guidance and training. When applying you may choose a preferred title and, if desired, share preferred pronouns. This is voluntary but demonstrates our commitment to inclusivity for trans and non binary candidates. Once employed, you can add pronouns and preferred names to our system.

The University of Derby undertakes anonymised shortlisting during the staff recruitment process. This means that panel members will not see an applicant's name and will see an applicant number instead, minimising unconscious bias.

We are passionate about embedding sustainability into all aspects of the University, including teaching, research and operational activities. Staff are expected to embed sustainability into their working practices and support the University's objective to reach net zero carbon by 2050.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all staff, students and children.