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Head of Communications and Engagement

Cardiff

Posted 16/09/2024

£59,857 - £69,553 per annum

Top Reasons to Apply
  1. We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communications professional to lead the Communications Team.
  2. The Head of Communication and Engagement, who will be accountable to the Assistant Director of Corporate Services, will be instrumental in developing and delivering a strategic approach to communications and engagement which supports NWSSP’s commitment to excellence and the delivery of its vision and objectives.  
  3. In return we also offer a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone.  
Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communications professional to lead the Communications Team. The Head of Communication and Engagement, who will be accountable to the Assistant Director of Corporate Services, will be instrumental in developing and delivering a strategic approach to communications and engagement which supports NWSSP’s commitment to excellence and the delivery of its vision and objectives.  This is a unique role within NWSSP operating at the most senior level in the organisation. 

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Provide the strategic leadership, specialist expertise and strategic vision to ensure that NWSSP has a high quality, comprehensive communications strategy through a Health Board Communications Team.    

Lead the development and implementation of proactive and innovative internal and external communication strategies and monitor their delivery in a highly complex organisation and deliver new and innovative approaches.  Ensure all communication channels (including routine publications, social media, internet and intranet) are appropriately utilised and exploited in order to maximise their contribution to meeting organisational objectives.  

Lead the development of the standards for NWSSP’s branding,corporate identity and its usage. Monitor and manage the brand, including producing high quality corporate image materials for events, conferences and publications.  Provide management of proactive and innovative communications within the organisation and advise and influence staff on the appropriate approach to corporate communications.      

Develop and implement fast, efficient and effective internal communication process, promoting a culture of openness and proactive communication within the services.      

Be responsible for compiling monthly staff briefings, liaising with senior staff as appropriate.  Lead on the preparation, design, editing and production of the organisation’s internal newsletters.   

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. 

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone.  

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other. 

Company Information

NHS Wales is the public funded National Health Service of Wales providing healthcare to some 3 million people who live in the country.

The Welsh Government sets the Health Care strategy and NHS in Wales delivers that strategy and services via the seven Local Health Boards, three NHS Trusts and two Special Health Authorities. The NHS has a key principle which is that - Good healthcare should be available to all.

Key Facts
  • Head Office:

    4/5 Charnwood Court, Nantgarw, Cardiff, Wales CF15 7QZ, GB

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