About this role
Job summary
Creativity is key when it comes to delivering crucial NHS messaging to our staff and communities across Sandwell and West Birmingham, and as part of our wider group working with The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.
That's why we're looking for an external communications officer with a real flair for writing and creating eye-catching campaign content --someone who can bring important messages to life for our diverse and vibrant population.
The Communications team is a busy, fast-paced environment, so you can expect a steep learning curve but also constant opportunities to develop your skills. From handling media enquiries and drafting statements, to producing videos and animations, updating websites and social media channels, and exploring new ways to reach our audiences, no two days are the same.
Across both organisations you'll play a key role in shaping how we communicate with our communities. You'll use video editing and animation tools to create engaging content, respond to media enquiries, and generate stories that resonate both locally and regionally.
We're looking for someone who is confident communicating with people- whether over the phone, on camera or face-to-face, who can film and edit content, and who is quick to learn in a dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
To support ongoing communication with staff, public, patient and stakeholder groups and undertake other communications, engagement, and marketing activities.
Provide extensive support to Head of External Communications and External Communications Manager in delivering the external elements of the communications strategy.
Help develop and implement a marketing strategy to promote Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust and The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust as the hospitals of choice for patients and showcase new and innovative services.
Organise and run public and stakeholder events to promote the Trust, its services, plans and strategies, including fun days, public meetings, conferences and roadshows and seize appropriate promotional opportunities, ensuring the Trust is adequately represented at public and stakeholder events
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree level or equivalent experience Evidence of further professional development
Desirable
Professional qualifications in media, public relations or marketing. NHS experience
Experience Essential
Experience in public relations or business administration Journalistic writing or publications experience
Desirable
Public relations experience Experience of filming and editing
Personal Qualities Essential
Highly organised Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
Flexible in approach Proactive and able to use initiative
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.
Employer details Employer name Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address SWB NHS Trust
West Bromwich
B71 4HJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)