NIHR Research Inclusion Communications Manager
Do you have a passion to drive inclusive Health and Care Research? Do you want to help ensure that Research is accessible for all? Are you looking for a team that values your skills and ideas?
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Communications Manager with a particular interest in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion to join our welcoming and supportive team.
Who are we?
The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. We are also a major funder of applied health research in low- and middle-income countries.
Working in a matrix way, you will work with the Deputy Head of Research Inclusion and across communications teams within the NIHR to provide communication expertise, advice and delivery for research inclusion activities. Some key responsibilities are:
* Lead the organisation, planning, development and delivery of NIHR Research Inclusion communications and events activities.
* Support NIHR communications working groups to help them deliver the corporate communication strategy, working with colleagues in other coordinating centres.
* Measure outcomes of communication and events activities, carrying out detailed analyses and helping to assess complex situations.
* Be responsible for monitoring and maintaining records and reports to meet the NIHR Research Inclusion and Department of Health and Social Care requirements.
Who are we looking for?
Alongside previous work experience in a similar communications role, we are looking for a highly driven, self-motivated individual. You will be confident managing your own workload and able to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders. Other key skills are:
* Proven experience of inclusive communication methods and approaches.
* Understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and other dimensions related to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
* Strong digital communication skills including web and social media.
* Able to effectively build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
* Have a creative approach and use your expertise to help shape and advise on best practice.
* Be able to prioritise your own workload and be adaptive to business needs.
What can we offer you?
Based in our Southampton coordinating centre, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, encompassing generous annual leave, family-friendly policies, a robust pension plan, and more.
We recognise that our staff are at the heart of what we do, so we make sure we look after you! As well as a generous benefits package, as an organisation we prioritise your wellbeing, as reflected in the Mind Workplace Wellbeing awards, where we have achieved Gold for the fifth year in a row!
Our hybrid working approach helps you with your work-life balance and offers you the chance to split your time between office and home working. We strive for cohesive and collaborative teams, so our expectation is you spend around 20% of your time in the office. As this role is part of the NIHR Research Inclusion team, some planned travel will be required.
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As a university, we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days, we are committed to supporting our staff and students and are open to a flexible working approach.
Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance, contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.
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