Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY WELSH AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST
The Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust is looking for a skilled Digital Communications Specialist to lead on the development of our digital communications offer. Our online presence is vital to drive engagement with our staff, volunteers, stakeholders and the diverse population that we serve.
The post-holder will take the lead on digital campaigns and outcomes, supporting the Head of Communications and working closely with colleagues across the organisation in the development and delivery of digital communications strategies and action plans which support the achievement of our ambitious Integrated Medium Term Plan and long-term strategy objectives.
You will be working alongside the wider communications team, supporting with the development of digital content, ensuring the team are up to speed with best practice and supporting the development and evolution of our digital communication channels at a key time for the organisation.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key member of the Trust’s Communications Team, with a broad portfolio that will encompass digital, internal, external and change communications, acting as a lead specialist for digital communications.
The post-holder will particularly take the lead on digital campaigns and outcomes, supporting the Head of Communications and working closely with colleagues across the organisation in the development and delivery of digital communications strategies.
This post is secondment for 12 months to meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Working for our organisation
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust’s Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Educated to Degree Level in a professionally related subject (e.g. Communications, Public Relations, Journalism) with additional specialist knowledge of digital communications techniques to Post Graduate Level; or equivalent level of practical experience within a Communications environment
Desirable criteria
* Knowledge of public sector organisations and the external political environment
* CIPR CIM qualified/membership or NCTJ qualified
* Welsh speaking or committed to improving basic Welsh language skills
Experience
Essential criteria
* Experience of working on the development and subsequent implementation of internal communication solutions.
* Experience of developing and delivering effective internal communication plans
* Experience of providing internal communications advice to senior leaders
* Experience of developing content and design/navigation of digital platforms
Desirable criteria
* Experience in a role in the NHS in Wales and knowledge of the challenges it faces
* Experience of working in a large and complex organisation with a multiplicity of stakeholders
Other
Essential criteria
* Ability to travel within Wales.