Purpose of the post

Reporting to the Head of External Affairs, this is a pivotal role that is integral to demonstrating the value of health data research. You will work hand-in-hand with the Communications team and the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] research community to tell the compelling story of data in health research and showcase the impact of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] research programmes.

You will help deliver the institute’s communications strategy, working with colleagues to manage a range of tools and channels, including media relations, digital communications, social media, email, publications and events, to reach audiences across academia, NHS, industry, charities, as well as patients and the public.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced science communications professional to lead and deliver communications on cutting-edge research using health data and demonstrate the tangible difference it is making to people’s lives.

We are seeking an individual with a proven track record in research communications who has successfully worked on complex, scientific projects with multiple partners. The successful candidate will share our values, have strong influencing and collaboration skills and be comfortable with working at pace, moving quickly to prioritise resources where needed. The role manages a Content and Communications Officer.

Communications at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Communications and External Affairs is a key enabler in supporting [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s mission. Our aim is to unite our audiences in the benefit of transforming the secure use of the UK’s health data in research to improve people’s lives.

Main responsibilities

• Implement [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s communication strategy with a specific focus on communicating scientific and research impact.
• Horizon scan for opportunities to share research impact that demonstrates the value of health data research and the role of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in this sector.
• Lead, motivate and line manage the Content and Communication Officer, supporting their development in their role.
• Build and maintain networks with researchers across the UK involved with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] research programmes, working with them to identify stories and create accessible content for our target audiences.
• Establish effective relationships and work in partnership with communication, policy and programme teams across the institute and partners.
• Working with Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement colleagues, ensure our work across communications is shaped by patients and the public as needed.
• Work with the Director of Communications and External Affairs, project manage a branding project for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] with an external agency.
• Develop and deliver a new Impact Report for the institute to be launched at a stakeholder event in January.
• Manage media relations at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to gain maximum positive coverage for the institute, manage reputational risk and respond effectively to media interest.
• Research, write and create engaging scientific content in the form of news stories, press releases, features, case studies, videos and podcasts.
• Provide strategic communications support and advice for senior colleagues within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
• Maintain media and communications contact lists in our media monitoring system and provide updates on the latest news and media coverage.
• Commission external suppliers to support delivery of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s science communications and manage these relationships.
• Ensure projects are delivered within set budgets.
• Ensure all communication materials produced for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] adhere to the brand guidelines, helping to ensure the reputation of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and its partners are maintained.

Additional Information

Please note, as we are a UK-based organisation, applicants must be living in, and eligible to work in, the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

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