Job Description

Support the Communications and Marketing Manager andSenior Communications Officer in the delivery of the Communications and Marketing Strategy. Work with the Communications and Marketing Manager and Senior Communications Officer to address media enquiries which may be of a sensitive and confidential nature. To co-ordinate the teams generic inboxes and redirect emails to the appropriate person. Assist the Communications and Marketing Manager and Senior Communications Officer in planning and promoting internal/external campaigns.



Source good news stories from across the Trust for promotion, building links and positive relationships with colleagues. Write up and publicise these stories via available communications channels. Take high quality photographs and video of Trust events and other activities as required. Arrange meetings, participate in and take and prepare minutes at regular meetings, coordinating follow up actions and assisting in the preparation of agendas.



To co-ordinate team presentations and ensure presentation equipment is available. Ensure the timely distribution of key messages across the Trust by circulating messages via the weekly Staff Update email and updating the intranet. Provide a consistent and knowledgeable contact point, dealing with complex and sensitive information to include the assistance in the delivery of an effective media office by answering queries, giving advice and providing information to key stakeholders including media enquiries, media interviews/events and photo calls. Monitor the website on a regular basis and liaise with the Clinical Directorate teams regarding content for the website and ensuring that information provided is up-to-date and correct.



Assist in developing new content, in collaboration with the Clinical and Corporate Directorate teams, on the Trusts intranet and website, ensuring appropriateness for all audiences, ensuring consistency and accuracy of the updates. Support the Communications and Marketing Manager andSenior Communications Officer in social media activities including posting updates and monitoring of social media accounts. Maintain stock control for the team and co-ordinate the print process for Trust external printing, obtaining quotes and liaising with print companies. Compile and distribute weekly media monitoring updates to key colleagues.



Produce a monthly report showing Communications and Marketing activity across all priority areas. Maintain the photo library for the Communications Team. Undertake any other responsibilities in accordance with the grade and nature of the post. Actively promote the reputation, vision and values of the Trust among colleagues at all levels within the organisation.



Work collaboratively with colleagues and partners to achieve organisational objectives