About The Role
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Contract Type: Fixed term 12 months
Hours: 21 to 28 hours
Interviews: Week Commencing 20th January
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Right now, the way people are diagnosed with dementia in the UK is simply not good enough. Far too often, people are left anxiously waiting for a diagnosis - up to two years on average, and more than four years if they are under 65.
Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer's Research UK have been awarded £5 million by the People's Postcode Lottery to run a ground-breaking research and influencing project that will transform the way dementia is diagnosed, by accelerating progress towards a blood test for Alzheimer's disease.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced comms professional to implement an integrated comms plan to support this project.
At the end of the research grant period (5 years), our goal is to have at least one local healthcare system routinely using blood tests to diagnose Alzheimer's disease.
As well as promoting the project itself, including to potential research participants, you will play a key role in improving the public's understanding of dementia, and helping to break down the stigma that often stops people seeking a diagnosis.
About you
We are looking for a dynamic self-starter and creative senior communications professional to deliver an integrated, high-impact comms plan to support the project.
You will play a key role as the comms lead in driving the plan forward, acting as the link between media teams at Alzheimer's Society, Alzheimer's Research UK and People's Postcode Lottery.
The successful candidate will have experience working in a high-profile, busy media office, with proven ability to develop and deliver media campaigns that engage audiences and shape the public agenda.
You will have excellent consumer and health media contacts (a background in healthcare comms or research is desirable), and the ability to brief senior spokespeople.
You will have a unique opportunity to help improve the lives of people with dementia through this once-in-a-lifetime project.
About You
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer's Society we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We're here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK's largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don't shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
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