Communications Manager Manchester, England
Job description
Job Title: Communications Manager
Trust Location: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Would you like to be a part of a team that works well together, always there to help each other? If you answered yes, then the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust would love to hear from you
About the Trust
Manchester Royal Infirmary is located on Oxford Road, and it is easily accessible via both car and public transport. There is onsite parking (Fees will apply) in the multi storey car parks on Grafton Street and Hathersage Road. There is a café where drinks and light snacks are available.
What you’ll be responsible for:
· Create and implement internal and external communication and engagement campaigns and plans in line with the Trust’s annual priorities, to improve engagement with staff and volunteers, and promote the Trust and the work of its staff to patients and the wider public to enhance the reputation of the Trust.
· Contribute to developing the communications and engagement strategy and lead on developing communications plans using a range of communication channels in support of short- and long-term projects.
· Ensure that the projects and programmes maintain business focus and project deliverables are actively managed, including risks, in alignment with the achievement of the Trust’s strategic objectives.
· Represent the Group Executive Director of Workforce & Corporate Business in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above
You’ll learn the following whilst working at the trust:
· An in depth understanding of the roles and responsibilities involved in working within the NHS
· Knowledge of the systems used, to effectively complete your role to the highest standard at all times
· A sense of teamwork, gained through working alongside and supporting colleagues from all levels, within the organisation
You’ll have the following skills/experience:
· Excellent research, writing and presentation skills.
· Good communication skills in dealing with professional staff.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
· Previous experience leading a communications team.
· Previous NHS experience.
· Previous media experience. (Desirable)
As a member of NHS Professionals, you have fantastic benefits:
· Competitive pay rates- work this week, get paid next week
· Essential support when you need it- 24/7 365 days- call us anytime
· Multi locational- work across neighbouring Trusts
· Manage your shifts and timesheets on the go- access your “My Bank” shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through your smartphone
· Varied working options to suit your lifestyle- access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or longer-term placements
· Training and development opportunities- Keep up with the essentials and more
· Build holiday allowance for every shift you work- your work life balance is important to us
· Stakeholder pension scheme available- a flexible future for you and yours
Who are NHS Professionals?
We specialise in putting people in place to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated candidates and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, access to more shifts and a healthier work-life balance, giving more choice and control to our members.
As an equal opportunities’ organisation, NHSP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective Bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and inclusion agenda and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants form a range of backgrounds to apply.
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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Salary: £23.52 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Public relations: 1 year (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 64131
