As Head of Communications for the Better Together programme you will:
Lead the development and delivery of strategic communications for the Better Together programme.
Provide expert advice to senior leaders on media, reputation management and stakeholder engagement, including sensitive issues relating to the Better Together programme.
Ensure clear, consistent and proactive communication to staff, stakeholders and the public, helping people understand what changes are happening, why they are needed and how they will affect them.
Manage the Better Together communications function, ensuring high-quality, responsive services.
The main duties include:
Planning, design and delivery of the Better Together communications programme
Monitoring, evaluation and improvement of communication activities
Effective financial management of the Better Together communications programme
Leadership of the work of the team
Ensuring compliance with key legislation and standards
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM TO MARCH 2027 DUE TO FUNDING
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ .
There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
