Job summary
Public Health Wales' Vaccine Preventable Disease Programme (VPDP) is part of the Health Protection division of Public Health Wales NHS Trust. The programme supports NHS Wales, Welsh Government and immunisers in Wales to deliver immunisation programmes to control vaccine preventable diseases (VPDP).
We are seeking a Web/Digital Content Officer within the VPDP team and the post-holder will be responsible for working with a number of contacts in the VPDP programme to ensure the efficient flow of accurate and timely information to members of the public and health professionals across a range of digital channels. This includes managing, planning and presenting content that is in line with all national vaccination programmes, tailored to specific audiences and optimised for specific digital channels including the website, intranet and social media.
With relevant experience and skills in website design, build and content management you will be responsible for ensuring digital channels are up to date in line with new guidance and information. You will have a keen eye for design and excellent attention to detail to ensure the digital channels provide a positive user experience.
Main duties of the job
The digital channels and hosted content will need to be in line with latest accessibility regulations so the post holder will be familiar with this guidance.
The post holder will:
- Support media relations, public affairs, campaigns, internal, and corporate communications by uploading copy and multimedia assets for digital channels including website, intranet, email and social media
- Support the organisation and delivery of conferences, seminars and other events and report on significant events and meetings
- Effectively develop and communicate messages, survey questions and other relevant content for a variety of audiences
- Develop relationships with key individuals, internal and external to Public Health Wales, to support development and delivery of impactful digital content
- Maintain a log of changes made to websites, intranet and microsites.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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
Knowledge
Essential
- oProven Understanding of the implications of the Welsh language standards for digital channels
- oUnderstanding of the digital communications accessibility requirements for public sector bodies (i.e. implications for website content)
- oUnderstanding of SEO best practice for websites
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of Public health issues and structures
- oUnderstanding of HTML
- oUnderstanding of managing paid social media marketing campaigns
- oUnderstanding of the Wider Determinants of Health
- oUnderstanding of the Future Generations Act five ways of working
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oCuriosity
- oAbility to work on multiple tasks
- oAbility to work as part of a team
- oAbility to think quickly and clearly when faced with unexpected and complex challenges requiring an immediate response
- oAbility to work on own initiative
Skills
Essential
- oExcellent written and oral communication skills
- oDesign skills, including use of images and graphics
- oExcellent proof-reading skills and attention to detail
- oAble to effectively manage competing priorities with confidence and meet deadlines
- oProblem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- oAbility to work reliably and efficiently under own initiative or as part of a team at different levels within the organisation
- oGood time management skills and ability to prioritise, plan and manage own time to meet tight deadlines and schedules
- oReport on performance of content across social media channels and website and analyse data to draw insights that provide optimisation opportunities
- oA high level of IT skill and familiarisation with full Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite and other relevant software
- oAbility to use email, internet, intranet, social media and other computer workspace in support of personal and organisational communications
Desirable
- oAbility to communicate in spoken and written Welsh
Experience
Essential
- oImplementing digital communication strategies
- oGenerating and uploading digital content for channels including website, intranet, email and social media
- oManaging a content management system
- oManaging different social media platforms aimed at a variety of audiences
- oMonitoring social media channels and responding to enquiries
Desirable
- oManaging bilingual digital platforms
- oReporting live on social media channels from events and meetings
- oWorking at live events, exhibitions or conferences
Qualifications
Essential
- oRelevant Honours Degree or equivalent experience
OTHER (Please Specify)
Essential
- oAbility to travel to locations across Wales on an occasional basis
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- oProven Understanding of the implications of the Welsh language standards for digital channels
- oUnderstanding of the digital communications accessibility requirements for public sector bodies (i.e. implications for website content)
- oUnderstanding of SEO best practice for websites
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of Public health issues and structures
- oUnderstanding of HTML
- oUnderstanding of managing paid social media marketing campaigns
- oUnderstanding of the Wider Determinants of Health
- oUnderstanding of the Future Generations Act five ways of working
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oCuriosity
- oAbility to work on multiple tasks
- oAbility to work as part of a team
- oAbility to think quickly and clearly when faced with unexpected and complex challenges requiring an immediate response
- oAbility to work on own initiative
Skills
Essential
- oExcellent written and oral communication skills
- oDesign skills, including use of images and graphics
- oExcellent proof-reading skills and attention to detail
- oAble to effectively manage competing priorities with confidence and meet deadlines
- oProblem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- oAbility to work reliably and efficiently under own initiative or as part of a team at different levels within the organisation
- oGood time management skills and ability to prioritise, plan and manage own time to meet tight deadlines and schedules
- oReport on performance of content across social media channels and website and analyse data to draw insights that provide optimisation opportunities
- oA high level of IT skill and familiarisation with full Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite and other relevant software
- oAbility to use email, internet, intranet, social media and other computer workspace in support of personal and organisational communications
Desirable
- oAbility to communicate in spoken and written Welsh
Experience
Essential
- oImplementing digital communication strategies
- oGenerating and uploading digital content for channels including website, intranet, email and social media
- oManaging a content management system
- oManaging different social media platforms aimed at a variety of audiences
- oMonitoring social media channels and responding to enquiries
Desirable
- oManaging bilingual digital platforms
- oReporting live on social media channels from events and meetings
- oWorking at live events, exhibitions or conferences
Qualifications
Essential
- oRelevant Honours Degree or equivalent experience
OTHER (Please Specify)
Essential
- oAbility to travel to locations across Wales on an occasional basis
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
