International Communications Lead (XN08)
The closing date is 31 July 2025
Job summary
We are looking for an International Communications Lead to join the NIHR Global Health team.
NIHR is the health and social care research arm of the nation. Funded by the public, for the public, we target cutting edge research where it can make the biggest difference to peoples health and happiness. On any day, our research could discover a new vaccine that saves thousands of lives, and brings billions into our economy. It could make a revolutionary new treatment available and affordable for everyone. Or help people get their independence back. Together, we drive life-changing research for the health and wealth of the nation.
We'd love you to be part of the next chapter of our story. We are searching for a first-class communications expert to lead the development of an NIHR International Communications Plan.
The NIHR Academy Executive (where this role sits) have adopted a hybrid working model whereby staff are able to split their working time between home and an NIHR office.
We encourage individuals who are considering applying to contact the office and have a conversation with the hiring manager.
Expected Shortlisting Date
11/08/2025
Planned Interview Date
20/08/2025
Main duties of the job
Working closely with DHSC and across the NIHR, you'll lead on the creating clear and engaging communications to showcase our international remit and demonstrate its impact - from press releases, to content for web, social media, newsletters and other channels, to reach a diverse range of audiences. You'll lead and coordinate a small international communications delivery team, responsible for delivering an impactful international communications work plan.
About us
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has a mission to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research. The NIHR plays a pivotal role in attracting, training and supporting the best researchers and complements the additional NIHR investment in world-class research facilities and a skilled research workforce.
This role is hosted by the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust (LTHT) and delivers the work of the NIHR, leading on policy, strategy and delivery in respect of academic training in England and working closely with other NIHR centres and the Science Research and Evidence (SRE) Directorate at the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Details
Date posted
10 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-MDI-0150
Job locations
NIHR Academy Executive
21 Queen Street
Leeds
LS1 2TW
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
NIHR Academy Executive
21 Queen Street
Leeds
LS1 2TW
Employer's website
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