About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work as a key member of the communications team delivering an effective communications service for EPUT with a focus on supporting The Nova, Electronic Patient Record programme.
Main duties of the job
Develop relationships with colleagues across the Programme team to create a programme of internal and external communications to support the effective delivery of the programme.
Develop, implement and evaluate a range of communications tactics, including campaigns, stakeholder communications, consultations and events as required. This includes managing budgets and schedules, as well as managing external contractors and suppliers as required.
Commission, write and edit complex internal and external communications materials including reports, articles, media releases, statements and information products.
Create written and visual content, bulletins, newsletters and other communications products for electronic and print distribution. Organise distribution as required using a range of tools, platforms and channels.
Develop, review and evaluate communications channels and activities to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Provide reactive media management, using expertise to manage reputational risk. Respond to media enquiries, brief journalists; manage events, press conferences, photo calls and visits as needed.
Develop and maintain knowledge of communication systems and platforms as needed.
Work with colleagues across the programme to provide relevant communications support to deliver programme objectives.
Receive and respond to queries from Trust colleagues and members of the public, providing excellent customer service.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential. Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks. If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling. Benefits
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service. Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay. Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits. £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus. Work that wraps around your needs
Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will be required to develop successful working relationships at all levels of the organisation, particularly with programme colleagues, key external contacts such as other members of relevant networks, regulatory organisations and journalists.
The post-holder will be required to negotiate and advise in situations of confrontation and high emotions whilst retaining a calm, credible and professional demeanour.
The post holder will be required to convey sensitive and complex information relating to all areas of the organisations operations and strategy.
Person Specification
Skills Essential
Nhs health experience
Education & Qualifications Essential
A level or equivalent
Knowledge Essential
National Policies and initiatives Knowledge of programme management
Desirable
Personal qualities
driver Essential
needs to be able to drive
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Lodge,
Lodge Approach
Wickford
SS11 7XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)