University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Public Relations & News Senior Manager

Your Responsibilities

The role holder will be expected to lead the PR & news strategy, management and execution, to amplify the UNNC brand reputation and social awareness, increase brand image and support marketing promotion in China.

The purpose of the role is to drive branding and marketing of UNNC through media relations management, content production, PR activities and crisis communications. 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement PR and media strategies and plans to underpin the university’s strategy and support the fulfilment of business goals.
• Provide leadership, guidance, support and performance evaluations to team members, maximising the output of the team to enhance the university’s reputation and impact.
• Develop linkages and maintain a close relationship with key media stakeholders to position and promote UNNC effectively.
• Oversee content production, including but not limited to opinion editorials/bylines, speeches, press material and digital content, and deploy across multiple channels.
• Create compelling corporate narratives, messaging, and themes to extend the university’s industry thought leadership.
• Manage crisis and emergency communications, responding to sensitive media inquiries in cooperation with key stakeholders to safeguard the university’s reputation.
• Monitor performance and generate actionable insights and reports for senior leaders to inform strategic planning and continuous improvement.

About You

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent International degree in a relevant field such as Marketing, Journalism, or Communication;
• 5+ years’ experience in publicity and public relations;
• Strong leadership, people management, team building, and project management skills;
• Ability to deal with multiple tasks and work under pressure;
• Excellent communication skills at all levels with strong oral and written skills in both Mandarin and English;
• Experience of working in an international setting and/or education organization;
• Sound understanding of the relevant professional, legal and regulatory requirements of publicity and public relations.

Desirable

• Master’s degree;
• Previous international university or company experience;
• Experience and knowledge of Greater China desirable and a strong advantage.

About Us

Join a unique British University in China.  The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Located in Ningbo, this award-winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in just 22 years.

Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support 

This is a regular post that you will be offered a fixed-term contract of three years with a probation of six months, effective from April 2026 or as soon as possible. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.

How to Apply

Applicants should formally apply via our on-line application system before 23:59 (Beijing Time) on 20 March 2026. Only on-line applications made at (https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/) will be accepted.

Enquiries

If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact Recruitment Team, Email: Job@nottingham.edu.cn

Equality and Diversity 

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportively learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

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