THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 16 MONTHS UNTIL 31 MARCH 2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to be appointed as Head of Research Delivery and Industry Communications at Health and Care Research Wales.
This senior leadership role will be part of the wider Communications, Engagement and Involvement service and drive the development and delivery of a strategic marketing plan to showcase Wales's research excellence and build closer relationships with global commercial partners. The post holder will also lead on communications for research delivery in Wales.
The post holder will require excellent communication skills, have a positive and flexible approach to the needs of the s ervice, be motivated, ready for the next challenge and enjoy working as part of a very busy team.
The post may close early if sufficient applications are received.
* Develop a proactive and creative marketing strategy to showcase Wales as a leading nation in health and care research delivery
* Work with project partners to build a coherent and high-quality narrative about the Welsh offer for delivering commercial clinical research in Wales
* Maximise opportunities for increased visibility at national and international industry events to market Wales as a nation to undertake research, producing marketing material and written briefs for attendees
* Lead on all Health and Care Research Wales communications to support national research studies.
* Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the NHS, government and industry to showcase research strengths and identify brand ambassadors for research in Wales
* Develop and lead on media opportunities, briefing senior spokespeople and agreeing messaging with media outlets
This is a Health and Care Research Wales post, hosted by Powys Teaching Health Board.
Health and Care Research Wales is a networked organisation, supported by Welsh Government, which brings together a wide range of partners across the NHS in Wales, local authorities, universities, research institutions, third sector and others.
Health and Care Research Wales works in support of Welsh Government's overarching goal which is to ensure that today's research makes a difference to tomorrow's care.
Its mission is to promote, support and provide collective oversight of health and social care research in Wales, ensuring it is of the highest international scientific quality, is relevant to the needs and challenges of health and social care in Wales and makes a difference to policy and practice in ways that improve the lives of patients, people, and communities in Wales.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply