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Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS FT, Orchard Square, Sheffield
- Onsite working
- Full time
- Temporary
Posted 4 days ago, 25 Jun
Job ref: a15317ac6b2f4d37850286e26f650630
Full Job Description
The role is key to maintaining and enhancing our reputation with all stakeholders, including staff, members of the public and the media. The post holder will be responsible for leading a broad range of communications activities, including the management of communications channels, projects, events and campaigns.
A proactive attitude and the ability to build positive relationships with teams and individuals is essential.
Main duties of the job
Play a leading role in developing, implementing and evaluating the communications strategy for the organisation.
Provide effective communications advice and support across a range of communications activities, public relations, branding, advertising and corporate guidance
Lead the development of communication tools, guidelines, protocols and policies, putting these into action
Lead in anticipating and responding to media enquiries in line with the trust's media policy, and within deadlines; write statements and brief journalists on key reputational issues. Support internal spokespeople at all levels of the organisation, including Trust Board members and other senior managers.
Research, write and issue media releases/photo calls and articles for core internal and external publications and newsletters within set deadlines
At SHSC, we prioritise the well-being and safety of both our service users and employees. It is our policy and a condition of employment that all employees must join the DBS Update Service. This service carries an annual fee, which employees are responsible for paying up front. However, employees may claim this cost back through the Trust's Employee Expenses Reimbursement Policy. For those requiring a Basic DBS check, it is necessary to register for a DBS Online Account.