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Job Title: Communications Manager
Grade: Band 7
Location: Hybrid
Contract Duration: 12 months.
Hours: 30 Hours per week (over 4 days)
Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 15th December 2024
Salary Scale: £48,788 - £56,747
Apply on-line www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced, talented and creative communications professional to join our award-winning communications team for a year. We are based in central Edinburgh, but hybrid working is the norm, with one or two days a week in the office.
NHS Lothian is Scotland’s second largest Health Board with a workforce of around 28,000 staff. The communications team covers the full range of activities, internal and external, of a corporate communications function so the ability to build relationships quickly and navigate a complex environment will be essential.
We are looking for someone who can evidence sound editorial judgement to bring sharp focus to a complex picture in any number of situations. You will have experience in planning and delivering impactful campaigns and the ability to manage a portfolio of responsibilities. Outstanding communication and writing skills, a solid grasp of the political context in which the NHS operates and good media relationships are a must.
You will work on a variety of projects; planning, designing and delivering communications strategies, social marketing campaigns, VIP visits and events. Providing advice and support for staff across the organisation is an important feature of this role. You will handle media enquiries, in and out-of-hours, on a rotational basis.
With a degree in PR, media communications, journalism or the equivalent ‘on the job’ experience, you will be a confident, motivated individual with the ability to nurture less experienced talent.
If you are calm under pressure, versatile and thrive on the unexpected, you can make an impact in this role working for one of the nation’s most loved but much scrutinised institutions. We look forward to hearing from you.
Please contact Fiona Murray, Executive Assistant to Judith Mackay, Director of Communications, Engagement and Public Affairs at fiona.murray@nhs.scot if you wish to arrange an informal chat about this position.
Please note: As this post is part-time the salary will be pro-rata.