Job Description
We have a vacant opportunity for a Media and Communications Manager (12 months maternity cover) to join us at our Macclesfield District General Hospital site , working across the East Cheshire NHS Trust organisation . Reporting to the Head of Communications and Engagement and working across the Corporate Affairs and Governance portfolio the candidate will play a critical role in the management of internal and external communications. Main Responsibilities will include positive and reactive media communications across all channels including print and digital media; effective reputation management including media training where required and stakeholder engagement to enable staff and external stakeholders to understand the changing NHS landscape and local NHS developments. In line with the DHSC long term plan and the local strategy plans the post holder will be instrumental in the development and guidance of timely and appropriate messages and methods.
This post is Fixed Term for 12 Months.
Hours per week: 37.5
This post is both reactive and proactive and will lead in the delivery and monitoring of internal and external communications campaigns and media relations.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the further Main Duties of this position.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care. Join our team and support our vision of delivering the right care first time, every time.
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please be aware that this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpagewww.careersateastcheshire.nhs.ukfor more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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