Web Design and Digital Marketing E Commerce Associate

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1 Web Design and Digital Marketing E Commerce Associate Circa 18k pro-rata Full time, fixed term contract until 31 st May 2015 The Role: Your task will be to take ownership of this challenging and demanding e- commerce and marketing project, working with academic supervision at Supra Enterprises premises. The aim will be the completed development and targeted marketing of a functional online pharmacy ecommerce business with the view of extending the focus on holistic medicine management for patient wellbeing. The key aims: To improve the design and user interface based on preliminary testing and competitor analysis. Successful launch of a functional ecommerce site. Development of an online promotional strategy including social media. Candidate Profile: A graduate with a degree in a web and e commerce design/development or web marketing related discipline awarded in the last 3 academic years. Ideally have an interest in healthcare and patient wellbeing. Experience working within a commercial environment with a practical working knowledge of web and e-commerce design/development, user focused platforms and social media marketing. Knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics and social media marketing would be an advantage. Understanding and experience of Magenta and WordPress platforms. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Ability to prioritise own workload, to work without direct supervision and ability to use own initiative. Self- motivated, enthusiastic with a commitment to high standards. The Project in context: The project exists to transfer knowledge between De Montfort University and Supra Enterprises, where the post will be based. The post-holder will work closely with researchers from the Faculty of Art, Design and Humanities as well as Supra Enterprises staff. To apply for this position: Please quote ref no: 8777 Applications are by standard DMU application form only. CVs are not required and will NOT be considered as part of the selection process. Application forms and further details are available from our website: Closing date: 21 January 2015 Interview date: W/C 26 January 2015

2 This role is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) through the Partnerships in Knowledge Transfer (PIKT) Scheme. De Montfort University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications which reflect the diversity of the community.

3 Job Description Web Design and Digital Marketing E Commerce Associate Faculty of Art, Design and Humanities, School of Design Full time (37 hours per week) Fixed term until 31 st May 2015 Duties of the role Overall purpose of the role Supra Enterprises are seeking a recent graduate in collaboration with De Montfort University through the Partners in Knowledge Transfer Scheme (PiKT). The aim will be the completed development and targeted marketing of an online pharmacy which focuses on holistic medicines management for patient wellbeing. Main duties and responsibilities The post will be based at 2 Watergate Lane, (The Green Warehouse), Leicester, LE3 2XP. The post holder will work closely with Supra Enterprises staff as well as researchers from the Faculty of Art, Design and Humanities at De Montfort University. Main duties include: Improving the design and user interface based on preliminary testing and competitor analysis. Successful launch of the ecommerce site. Developing an online promotional strategy including social media. Communicating with people across a broad cross section of both organisations including finance, senior management and academic staff; all of which will require elements of patience and negotiation. Treat all DMU staff, students, contractors and visitors with dignity and respect regardless of their: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation. Perform any other duties commensurate with the job grade as reasonably required from time to time. This role is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) through the Partnerships in Knowledge Transfer (PIKT) Scheme. De Montfort University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications which reflect the diversity of the community

4 Person Specification Web Design and Digital Marketing E Commerce Associate Faculty of Art, Design and Humanities, School of Design Grade: Role profile: Full time (37 hours per week) Fixed term (31 st May 2015) Area of responsibility Requirements Essential or desirable *Method of assessment Qualifications and Training Previous Work Experience Specific Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Degree in web and e commerce design/development, web marketing or related discipline (min 2.1). Experience working within a commercial environment with a practical working knowledge of web and e-commerce design/development, user focused platforms and social media marketing. An interest in healthcare and patient wellbeing. Working knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics and social media marketing would be an advantage. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Understanding of Magenta and WordPress platforms. Ability to respond well to pressure and to rise to challenges. Ability to use initiative, prioritise workload and work without close supervision to meet deadlines. Project management experience. A I T D X Desirable X X X X Desirable Commercial awareness. Desirable X X

5 Area of responsibility Requirements Essential or desirable *Method of assessment Planning and Managing Resources Additional Requirements Self-motivated, good time management. Ability to interact at all levels within industry, to work independently and as a member of a team. Enthusiasm and determination to see allocated tasks through to completion. A I T D *A = Application Form; I = Interview; T = Test; D = Documentary Evidence