BRITISH UNIVERSITY VIETNAM (BUV)

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam to directly award British degrees from the prestigious University of London and Staffordshire University. BUV is rated a 5 Star university of excellence by the world recognised QS accreditor, and is also recognised with a University-wide accreditation from the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

BUV has three main brand drivers:

• Offering accredited British and international higher education and training in
• Providing 5-star university campuses, learning spaces, and
• Including a compulsory personal and social growth program that prepares students for the future of life and work.

Established in 2009, BUV provides teaching for undergraduate and graduate programmes. Employability rates for students are exceptionally high with 100% of graduates from BUV either employed or continuing higher education within 3 months after graduation.

With a wide network of more than 300 enterprise partners in various fields, and 12-week internship programmes, BUV helps students gain professional knowledge and practical skills to meet employers’ requirements as well as be ready to develop their careers immediately after graduation.

Students study at BUV’s award winning campus in the Ecopark township near Hanoi. With its state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities and an iconic design, BUV is recognised as one of the best educational environments in South East Asia.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Senior Communications Officer will play a crucial role in developing and implementing comprehensive communications strategies for British University Vietnam (BUV). This position is responsible for managing both external and internal communications, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms, and maintaining the university’s reputation as Vietnam’s premier British education institution. The role will lead communications initiatives that support BUV’s strategic objectives, enhance stakeholder engagement, and strengthen the university’s brand position in the higher education sector.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with BUV’s strategic goals and brand positioning
• Lead the planning, creation, and distribution of high-quality content across multiple channels (digital, print, and social media)
• Collaborate with various departments to gather content and ensure consistent messaging across all university communications
• Manage internal communications to ensure effective information flow within the organization and strengthen staff engagement
• Oversee media relations, including press release development, media pitch preparation, and relationship building with key media contacts
• Monitor and analyze communication effectiveness through various metrics and prepare regular performance reports
• Support senior management in strategic communications materials

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

Essential

• Great English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, listening
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Economics, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in communications, public relations, or related field
• Strong internal communications skill, project management skills
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills
• Proficient in digital communication tools and social media management

Desirable

• Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field
• Experience in internal communications within large organizations/FDI companies/international organizations
• Previous experience in education sector communications
• Knowledge of Vietnamese higher education landscape
• Experience with multimedia content creation
• Possessing photography/designing skills is an advantage

COMPETENCIES (behavioural)

Essential

• Culture/Relationship Building
• Leadership Communication
• Communication Excellence
• Content Leadership
• Stakeholder Management

Desirable

• Event Management
• Project & Campaign Management

Interested candidates should prepare an up-to-date CV and application letter indicating for which position you are applying. Please then select SUBMIT YOUR CV button on our JOBS AT BUV webpage or email to hr@buv.edu.vn. We will invite short-listed candidates for interviews. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND DIGNITY AT WORK POLICY

All staff are expected to understand and enact the University’s commitment to ensuring equality and diversity in all activities. This commitment is enshrined in the BUV mission statement and our core values.

Every member of staff has a responsibility to ensure colleagues are treated with dignity and respect. The University is committed to creating a work environment for all staff that is free from harassment, intimidation and any other forms of bullying at work, where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and professional courtesy.

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