Job summary
Saving lives, saving NHSmoneyand transforming services for patients - that's our mission at the East Midlands Academic Health Science Network (EMAHSN).
We are seeking a Communications Specialist to lead the planning and delivery of our varied programme of virtual and in-person events.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within the East Midlandsandwith colleagues acrossthe national AHSN Network, contributing to national and local programmes designed to enable improvements in clinical outcomes, deliver better patient experience, contribute to driving down the cost of care and stimulate economic growth.
This is a full time, permanent post.
Main duties of the job
This key role will work across EMAHSN to build collaboration with our many cross-sector local, regional and national partner organisations.
As part of our award-winning communications team, the postholder will lead the organisation of our varied events programme, planning and coordinating face-to-face and online engagements from workshops, masterclasses and roundtables to major showcases, conferences and visits by VIPs.
As well as organising our own events the postholder will seek speaker opportunities at local, regional and national events, and coordinate awards entries to achieve recognition for our ground-breaking work.
The postholder will be key to driving effective engagement with cross-sector partners, supporting a targeted approach to stakeholder mapping and relationship building. Creativity, enthusiasm and an ability to successfully manage a range of projects concurrently are essential, and the postholder will be expert at using events and engagement tools, systems and processes.
About us
We are one of 15 Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs) around England that operate as the innovation arm of the NHS. We bring together partners from all sectors involved in health and care including the NHS, social care and public health, patients, research, third sector and industry to identify, test and spread new technologies and better ways of working. We save the NHS money, generate economic growth, empower health and care staff, and improve lives for patients. We work closely with our health and care stakeholders to establish their priorities then provide support. As part of a national network of AHSNs, we import evidenced solutions from other AHSN regions and export our successful East Midlands programmes on a national basis. We have a range of objectives, but our overarching aim is always to make a difference for patients.
To find out more, visit the 'About Us' and 'Join our Team' sections of our EMAHSN website www.emahsn.org.uk/about-us/join-our-team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please familiarise yourself with the Job Description and Person Specification attachments located within the supporting documents section of this advert, which provide a full overview for this role. Key duties:
- Develop a programme events, VIP visits and showcases.
- Implement event plans for face-to-face, along with virtual engagements delivered via a range of online platforms.
- Produce event materials, presentations, information packs and related content such as videos and case studies.
- Ensure events run smoothly on the day.
- Maintain a calendar of local, regional and national events to identify opportunities for EMAHSN to exhibit and speak at.
- Maintain a calendar of local, national and international promotional anniversaries linked to EMAHSN priorities.
- Horizon scan opportunities to enter awards that achieve recognition for the EMAHSNs work.
- Update the website events calendar.
- Develop KPIs / metrics to ensure events and engagements meet audience needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please familiarise yourself with the Job Description and Person Specification attachments located within the supporting documents section of this advert, which provide a full overview for this role. Key duties:
- Develop a programme events, VIP visits and showcases.
- Implement event plans for face-to-face, along with virtual engagements delivered via a range of online platforms.
- Produce event materials, presentations, information packs and related content such as videos and case studies.
- Ensure events run smoothly on the day.
- Maintain a calendar of local, regional and national events to identify opportunities for EMAHSN to exhibit and speak at.
- Maintain a calendar of local, national and international promotional anniversaries linked to EMAHSN priorities.
- Horizon scan opportunities to enter awards that achieve recognition for the EMAHSNs work.
- Update the website events calendar.
- Develop KPIs / metrics to ensure events and engagements meet audience needs.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification in a communications or engagement related subject, or equivalent experience in communications field
Experince
Essential
- Experience in organising a range of engagement activities such as events, workshops, forums and focus groups - based on both face-to-face (in-person) formats and those delivered virtually using online systems
- Highly computer literate with experience of MS office software and engagement processes and platforms (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom, Survey Monkey, MailChimp, EventBrite, Slido)
- Experience of stakeholder mapping / contact development and management
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, and an ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to identify key messages and tailor them to different audiences
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a highly complex agenda, responding to conflicting priorities and prioritising effectively to meet all deliverables
- Proactive and highly organised approach, able to horizon scan to identify opportunities for engagements and events activity
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification in a communications or engagement related subject, or equivalent experience in communications field
Experince
Essential
- Experience in organising a range of engagement activities such as events, workshops, forums and focus groups - based on both face-to-face (in-person) formats and those delivered virtually using online systems
- Highly computer literate with experience of MS office software and engagement processes and platforms (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom, Survey Monkey, MailChimp, EventBrite, Slido)
- Experience of stakeholder mapping / contact development and management
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, and an ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to identify key messages and tailor them to different audiences
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a highly complex agenda, responding to conflicting priorities and prioritising effectively to meet all deliverables
- Proactive and highly organised approach, able to horizon scan to identify opportunities for engagements and events activity
Additional information
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).