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Content and Communications Officer

Working with our Communications and Marketing Manager, you will help deliver clear, engaging and accessible communications across the Council for British Archaeology’s work.

The Content and Communications Officer will have an important role to play in the delivery of the CBA’s NLHF funded project Archaeology Connected.

Central to this role will be leading the delivery of the Participatory Content strand of the project including; creating and activating a content calendar; overseeing website and CRM content; leading a comprehensive content audit; and developing and delivering content reactivation and pilot activities such as podcasts, video, and repurposed digital content. This work will enable the CBA to better understand the breadth and value of its existing content, increase participation through more regular and inclusive digital engagement, and share archaeology with wider and more diverse audiences.

The associated projects will help transform how the organisation creates, manages, and engages audiences with its content. Working collaboratively across teams and with external partners, this role will also contribute to key initiatives such as the rollout of future organisational branding, youth engagement activities, and co-created content with members, supporters and the Young Associates Network, ensuring content is inclusive, engaging and responsive to audience needs.

Ultimately, it will enable the organisation to test new content approaches, build digital capacity, and strengthen participatory practice, informing the future strategy and audience engagement of the CBA.

Key Responsibilities

Find out more about this role and the key responsibilities in the Recruitment Pack below. 

Read the Recruitment Pack

Details

Location: Hybrid and home working will be considered for this post depending on proximity to our York office, and in line with CBA policies. Occasional (reimbursed) national travel will also be required. Please note, attendance at quarterly all staff days is mandatory and at the employee’s expense.

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months. Full time (35 hours per week). Flexible hours; with three-month probationary period. 

Salary: £27,500 

Who We’re Looking For 

  • Experience of writing clear and engaging content for different audiences. 

  • Experience of creating or scheduling content for social media channels. 

  • Experience of managing several tasks or deadlines at the same time.

  • Awareness of accessibility in communications, including plain English, alt text, captions, subtitles, colour contrast and inclusive language

  • Understanding of the importance of brand, tone of voice and consistency in communications. 

  • Knowledge of how to undertake content audits and acting on outcomes 

  • A commitment to the Council for British Archaeology’s Purpose, Mission, and Values.

  • Confident using Canva to create clear, accessible and on brand content. 

To apply:

To apply, please send: 

Send your application to jobs@archaeologyuk.org by midday on 5th October with the subject ‘JOB APPLICATION Content and Communications Officer 
Application’

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 12th October via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, with a view to the successful candidate taking up the role in November 2026, subject to any notice periods.  

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Please also inform us of any access requirements you have to be able to participate in an interview if one is offered to you. Additionally, if you require a large text version of the application, please email jobs@acraheologyuk.org.

If you would like to arrange a confidential, informal conversation about this opportunity or have specific questions, please contact jobs@archaeologyuk.org. 

Thank you for your interest in working with the CBA. We look forward to receiving your application.