Job summary
The purpose of the Research Communications and Engagement Officer is to support the effective delivery of a communications and engagement function for Research and Innovation (R&I) as part of the Grounded Research Team at the Trust. The post holder will work as part of the Trust's Grounded Research Team and work closely with the Trust's Communications team and wider regional communication and engagement teams.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all external press, social media and PR activity featuring Grounded Research accurately reflects the high standards of the Trust, exploiting all opportunities to promote the services it offers.
Providing support to researchers and the Grounded Research team on Public Involvement and Community Engagement (PICE) activities, including grant submissions, lay summaries, press releases, events, focus groups, PICE meetings and campaigns.
About us
**This section will be completed by the Recruitment Team
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
http://workwith.rdash.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent in experience.
Desirable
- Communications qualification Marketing qualification PR qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing press and media relations and in building strong relationships with them.
- Experience of managing multiple projects at the same time.
- Experience of writing press releases, web and social media content.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams with advanced keyboard skills.
- Experience working in a Research & Innovation environment.
- Working knowledge of content and video creation software, such as Canva.
- Experience of supporting Public Involvement and Community Engagement (PICE) activities
Desirable
- Thorough understanding of the Trust's commitment to Equality and Diversity and commitment to equality of opportunity.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of communications, marketing and public relations, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge and experience of exploiting social media platforms.
- An understanding of the NHS/academic/research environment.
- Awareness and knowledge of the national and regional Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement programmes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent in experience.
Desirable
- Communications qualification Marketing qualification PR qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing press and media relations and in building strong relationships with them.
- Experience of managing multiple projects at the same time.
- Experience of writing press releases, web and social media content.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams with advanced keyboard skills.
- Experience working in a Research & Innovation environment.
- Working knowledge of content and video creation software, such as Canva.
- Experience of supporting Public Involvement and Community Engagement (PICE) activities
Desirable
- Thorough understanding of the Trust's commitment to Equality and Diversity and commitment to equality of opportunity.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of communications, marketing and public relations, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge and experience of exploiting social media platforms.
- An understanding of the NHS/academic/research environment.
- Awareness and knowledge of the national and regional Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement programmes.
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
