Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Polaris House, Swindon (Hybrid working available) About the job Job summary As the UKRIs Head of News you will lead our news and media engagement strategy, positioning the organisation as a key driver of innovation and research excellence. You will oversee a team responsible for generating high-quality media coverage, managing UKRIs reputation and shaping how our ground-breaking research and innovation efforts are communicated to the public, media and key stakeholders. Job description Strategic Leadership: develop and implement a comprehensive news and media strategy to promote UKRIs mission, research outcomes and impact across local, national and international media. Lead the press team, currently 14 people, and provide wider leadership across the external affairs and communication function as a member of the professions senior team. Lead by example by modelling good behaviours and living the UKRI values of excellence, innovation, integrity and collaboration. Drive a shift towards proactivity in UKRIs communication and media work to put UKRI and the issues we care about on the front foot in sector, regional and national press, and giving a voice to our many experts. Develop and champion relationships with news outlets to develop understanding of UKRI and further opportunities for UKRI to contribute across sector, national and regional press Person specification Significant experience in leading and delivering media strategies and plans that achieve outcomes in a complex and high-profile organisation, preferably in the public sector, research or innovation organisation. A strong interest or background in science in its fullest sense would be advantageous. Leadership experience with a track record of leading, developing and motivating a high-performing teams in complex and changing environments. Experience of working with a range of stakeholders including government, the media and academia with an understanding of the political and policy environment we operate in. To view the full job description please click apply and visit our careers page Benefits Alongside your salary of £65,262, UK Research and Innovation contributes £18,906 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package We are committed to supporting employees development and promote a culture of continuous learning A list of benefits below; An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme 30 days annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent) Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice Flexible working options Please click here for more details on the https://www.discover.ukri.org/benefits-of-working-at-ukri/index.html Things you need to know Selection process details Applicants are required to provide an up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Further information on how to apply is listed on our careers page Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : UKRI Recruitment Team Email : recruitmentukri.org Recruitment team Email : recruitmentukri.org Apply at advertiser's site Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail