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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Marketing
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You should excel in planning, analysis, and communication across platforms, telling impactful stories, advocating for change, and thrive in a creative, collaborative environment.
  • You will develop and deliver internal and external campaigns, support communications projects, engage with media, and advocate for colleagues and patients to enhance care and workplace culture.

Requirements

  • The successful candidate will be as comfortable in planning and delivery as they are in analysis and evaluation.
  • You will support our diverse portfolio of internal and external communications projects and campaigns with opportunities to work with the media, social media and support crisis handling.
  • You will help to translate creative ideas, team spirit and small budgets into effective communications with measurable results.
  • You will find the stories that matter to our audiences and tell them in ways that people will hear.
  • You will advocate for colleagues and patients by listening to people’s experiences and sharing those experiences with the right people to help shape change.
  • You will be part of a creative, friendly and passionate team.

Responsibilities

  • The role of Campaigns and Communications Officer is a fast-paced and challenging one, working in a creative, supportive communications team at one of the five biggest NHS Trusts in the country.
  • The post has a particular focus on developing and delivering creative internal and external campaigns that resonate with target audiences.
  • Working closely with the Communications Manager and Head of Communications, you will support the delivery of campaigns within Trust priority areas including equality, diversity and inclusion, transformation and sustainability. Taking on planning, delivery and coordination responsibilities, you will help to translate creative ideas, team spirit and small budgets into effective communications with measurable results.
  • The successful candidate will be as comfortable in planning and delivery as they are in analysis and evaluation, to ensure that our work remains focused and of high value.
  • Aside from the campaigns work, this role provides support to our internal and external communications work, including media, social media and public relations and crisis handling.
  • You will support our diverse portfolio of internal and external communications projects and campaigns with opportunities to work with the media, social media and support crisis handling.
  • You will help to translate creative ideas, team spirit and small budgets into effective communications with measurable results – helping us to become a better employer and a better place to receive care.
  • Working closely with the Internal Communications Manager and Head of Campaigns, you will find the stories that matter to our audiences and tell them in ways that people will hear. You will advocate for colleagues and patients by listening to people’s experiences and sharing those experiences with the right people to help shape change.
  • You will be part of a creative, friendly and passionate team, playing a vital role in the delivery of University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust's vision to be 'leading in healthcare, trusted in communities'.
  • Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
  • We Have Four Primary Goals
  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence
  • And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
  • Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team
  • This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Campaigns and Communications Officer?

The primary responsibilities include developing and delivering creative internal and external campaigns, planning and coordinating communications, supporting media and public relations efforts, and advocating for colleagues and patients by sharing experiences to help shape change.

What are the key focus areas for the campaigns?

The key focus areas for the campaigns include equality, diversity and inclusion, transformation, and sustainability.

Will I be working alone or as part of a team?

You will be part of a creative, friendly, and passionate communications team, working closely with the Communications Manager, Head of Communications, Internal Communications Manager, and Head of Campaigns.

What kind of skills are required for this role?

The role requires skills in planning, delivery, analysis, and evaluation of campaigns, as well as strong communication skills and creativity to translate ideas into effective communications.

Is experience in crisis handling required for this role?

Yes, experience in crisis handling would be beneficial as the role involves supporting crisis communications.

How does this role contribute to the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust's vision?

The Campaigns and Communications Officer plays a vital role in delivering the Trust's vision by creating impactful communications that resonate with audiences, thereby helping to improve the institution as an employer and a healthcare provider.

What is the duration of the strategy for which this role is aligned?

The strategy is developed for a duration of seven years, from 2023 to 2030.

What are the four primary goals of the Trust's strategy?

The four primary goals are high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence.

How does the Trust approach health equality?

The Trust actively takes steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare and works in partnership with communities to embed health equality in all its initiatives.

Who should I contact for further inquiries regarding the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Nancy Smith-Mitsch, the Internal Communications Manager, at nancy.smithmitsch@uhl-tr.nhs.uk or via telephone at 07929 862695.

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

NHS Trust providing caring at its best to residents of Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland #TeamUHL

Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust provides a wide range of acute and specialist healthcare services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, advancing health and improving patient outcomes through excellent service and innovative practices. Their purpose is to offer accessible, comprehensive medical care, ensuring the well-being and health of their community.