Job Summary
Fixed Term Contract for 3 months until March 31st 2026 due to the needs of the service. Possibility for extension.
The post holder will be responsible for identifying, prioritising and developing news content for dissemination to media contacts and for publication through Public Health Wales digital channels.
Main Duties of This Job
* Respond to media enquiries, brief and pitch stories to journalists; manage events, press conferences, photo calls and visits; and respond to communications enquiries from agencies and key external and internal stakeholders.
* Commission, write, edit, proof read, co‑ordinate complex internal and external publications, patient/client leaflets and advice documents; write press releases and articles; oversee print and distribution.
* Develop, implement and evaluate communications projects.
* Provide communications and marketing advice to managers, staff and committees.
* Engage with local government, the third sector, the public and other stakeholders in relation to public health.
About Us
Public Health Wales – the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is Working together for a healthier Wales. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. We work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and wellbeing and reduce inequalities. We are guided by our values of trust and respect and are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity.
Details
* Date posted: 20 October 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 6
* Salary: £39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 3 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 028-AC262-1025
* Job locations: 2 Capital Quarter, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications and Knowledge
* Degree or equivalent
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of traditional and digital media
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of NHS systems and structures
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the role and functions of public health organisations in Wales
Desirable Qualifications and Knowledge
* CIPR, PRCA, CIM or IOIC recognised Public Relations / social media / marketing / internal communications qualification
* Knowledge of public health issues and structures
* Knowledge of Welsh public sector, media and government structures
Essential Experience
* Experience of working on the development and delivery of internal and external media campaigns
* Experience of working in a health communications environment
* Experience of working in public affairs
Desirable Experience
* Experience of journalism and crisis communications
* Worked in an in‑house or agency marketing or PR environment
Essential Skills and Attributes
* Develop, implement and evaluate communications campaigns
* Commission, write, edit, proofread, co‑ordinate complex publications and advice documents; write press releases and articles; oversee print and distribution
* Respond to media enquiries, brief journalists; manage events, press conferences, photo calls and visits; and respond to communications enquiries from agencies and key external and internal stakeholders
* Provide communications and marketing advice to managers, staff and committees
* Engage with local government, the third sector and other stakeholders in relation to public health
* Ability to meet tight and rigid deadlines
* Ability to work on multiple tasks
* Ability to stay calm in a crisis
* Ability to think quickly and clearly when faced with unexpected and complex challenges requiring an immediate response
* Ability to work on own initiative
Desirable Skills and Attributes
* Welsh language skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore a disclosure submission will be required to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require a current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Employer Details
Employer name: Public Health Wales
Address: 2 Capital Quarter, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ
Website: https://phw.nhs.wales/
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