Job summary
As a thriving pathology network the workload within our communications team has expanded and we now have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and forward thinking digital communications officer to join our small and friendly team.
You will be a key member of the communications team working with colleagues across the organisation on an number of different sites to deliver digital communication strategies and to write and co-ordinate content for our digital channels.
This role is primarily focused on digital communications both internal and external. You will support our current digital channels such as our website and will lead on growing our existing social media presence, as well as researching and introducing more channels and expanding our repertoire to include videos, podcasts and apps. Key to the role will be producing and preparing images, graphics and infographics for use across our digital channels as well as supporting the team with content creation.
You will already be an experienced communications professional looking to develop your skills.
Interviews will be taking place on Wednesday 20 December. These will be in person interviews at St Marys Hospital in Paddington. We are unable to offer online interviews.
Main duties of the job
Provide digital content expertise within NWLP to support with organisational and divisional service goals and strategic priorities. This will include generating high quality, accurate content and developing a programme of scheduled digital communications activity.
Create and coordinate innovative content (including copy, images, videos and podcasts) to optimise and enhance our digital and social media channels using best practice layouts and solutions for user experience, user interface and accessibility.
Research the latest developments and trends in digital technologies, social media and online arenas which will enable us to improve staff experience, raise awareness of our organisation and our vital work to target audiences and key stakeholders.
Develop and implement new digital and social media channels including video hosting platforms, app tools, podcasts, analytics tools, survey solutions, and newsletter software to enhance user experience and engagement.
Create, develop and adapt visual messaging - graphics, complex infographics, images, videos and video clips for various platforms and purposes, using specialist creative applications.
Manage databases associated with any digital channels such as the website test database and GP consumables site.
Produce reports on availability and usage of both internal and external digital platforms.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2024, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- Monday 8 January 2024
- Monday 5 February 2024
- Monday 4 March 2024
- Monday 8 April 2024
- Monday 13 May 2024
- Monday 3 June 2024
- Monday 1 July 2024
- Monday 5 August 2024
- Monday 2 Sept 2024
- Monday 7 October 2024
- Monday 4 November 2024
- Monday 2 December 202
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in communications, journalism, digital communications or a related field
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- High level of editorial flair, and a flexible writing style to target different audiences
- Able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to understand a problem and communicate appropriate solutions
Experience
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office Applications; Adobe design software or equivalent programme and desktop publishing
- Experience and proven track record of using digital and social media platforms in a work environment, including content management systems, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, MS Teams, Sharepoint, e-newsletter, surveys, online forms, video hosting platforms such as Youtube and Vimeo and apps.
- Experience of using technical equipment and software to create graphics and manipulate images - eg Fireworks/ Photoshop/ Illustrator/ InDesign / Premier Pro.
- Experience of using technical equipment and software to create and edit videos and podcasts.
- Experience of writing/maintaining code, such as HTML and CSS
- Experience in researching digital communication products and tools
- Experience in troubleshooting technical issues relating to digital communication tools, and testing solutions
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in communications, journalism, digital communications or a related field
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- High level of editorial flair, and a flexible writing style to target different audiences
- Able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to understand a problem and communicate appropriate solutions
Experience
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office Applications; Adobe design software or equivalent programme and desktop publishing
- Experience and proven track record of using digital and social media platforms in a work environment, including content management systems, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, MS Teams, Sharepoint, e-newsletter, surveys, online forms, video hosting platforms such as Youtube and Vimeo and apps.
- Experience of using technical equipment and software to create graphics and manipulate images - eg Fireworks/ Photoshop/ Illustrator/ InDesign / Premier Pro.
- Experience of using technical equipment and software to create and edit videos and podcasts.
- Experience of writing/maintaining code, such as HTML and CSS
- Experience in researching digital communication products and tools
- Experience in troubleshooting technical issues relating to digital communication tools, and testing solutions
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).
