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Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

Aug 7

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level

Requirements

  • - The role requires an experienced and/or graduate level professional, with an understanding of communications, media and content gathering.
  • - Strong communications skills and experience are essential, as the work delivered will vary across platforms – from social media to the intranet.
  • - The postholder will use a variety of tools including Microsoft Word, Canva and the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • - The role requires an understanding of the NHS, current issues and the aims and objectives of the organisation, and enough commercial awareness to work effectively with suppliers and contractors from the private sector to obtain best value for money.
  • - The successful candidate will have these skills, alongside an enthusiasm for all things digital.

Responsibilities

  • A self-starter, you will be responsible for creating high-quality and creative written, audio and visual content to engage both internal and external audiences. This could be writing press releases or internal updates, creating video content or graphics for the website or social media channels, producing eye catching screensavers or video messages for staff or taking photos at staff events.
  • Plan, develop and produce multi-media communications content, ranging from social media soundbites and vlogs, through to informative short films to highlight service developments or staff achievements.
  • Plan, develop and produce engaging and accurate written communications content, ranging from press releases to newsletter updates.
  • Support the creation and delivery of staff newsletters and internal communications.
  • Deliver assigned projects, leading on successful completion within agreed timescales and budget.
  • Support the videography and photography of events such as Digital Roadshow.
  • Supporting the EPR Programme with management of communication.

FAQs

What is the role of a Digital Communications Officer at University Hospitals of Northamptonshire?

The Digital Communications Officer is responsible for creating high-quality written, audio, and visual content to engage both internal and external audiences, supporting the digital strategy, and tailoring communications to a variety of platforms.

What skills are required for this position?

The role requires strong communication skills, an understanding of digital communications and media, content creation abilities, familiarity with tools like Microsoft Word, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite, and an enthusiasm for digital engagement.

What types of content will I be creating?

You will be creating a variety of content, including press releases, internal updates, video content, graphics for the website and social media channels, and other multimedia communications.

Is experience required for this position?

Yes, candidates should be either experienced professionals or graduates with a relevant understanding of communications, media, and content gathering.

Will I be working with other teams?

Yes, you will collaborate with both the Digital and Communications & Engagement teams to support campaigns, events, and internal communications.

What kind of projects will I be handling?

You will be delivering assigned projects, producing multimedia communications content, managing internal newsletters, and supporting various communication initiatives related to the digital strategy.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

The role offers the opportunity to engage in a dynamic digital strategy implementation within a large healthcare organization, allowing for growth in communications and digital expertise.

Is the organization committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, the organization encourages applications from all backgrounds and has active networks to support colleagues from diverse groups, ensuring an inclusive work environment.

Is this role primarily focused on digital platforms?

Yes, the role heavily involves digital communications, with responsibilities spanning social media, the intranet, the Trust website, and other online channels.

Will I need to work to specific deadlines?

Yes, you will be responsible for delivering projects within agreed timescales and budget, ensuring timely execution of the communications strategy.

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Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust provides general acute services for a population of 380,000 and hyper-acute stroke, vascular and renal services to people living throughout whole of Northamptonshire, a population of 684,000. The Trust is also an accredited cancer centre and provides cancer services to a wider population of 880,000 who live in Northamptonshire and parts of Buckinghamshire. We are one of the largest employers in Northampton and we are looking for talented nurses and doctors to join our MDT's and to deliver the best possible care to all of our patients. If you believe you can make a difference, come and join our team here at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust.

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