R&I Communications and Engagement Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 04 Mawrth 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £47,810.00 i £54,710.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 25 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Manchester, M20 4BX |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9413-26-0169 |
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Professional responsibilities Manage the development and delivery of the strategic internal and external research communications strategy and plan that promotes the reputation of The Christie. Provide communications advice and support to the R&I senior management team, and act as a member of relevant groups/committees. Keep up to date with Research & Innovation division and wider Christie developments in order to ensure appropriate research representation in internal communications such as Trust-wide communications planning, channels and outputs, as well as external communications such as newsletters, collateral, international conferences, online publications etc. Work with the Trust communications team to deliver communications strategies that engage all internal and external stakeholders. Offer expert communications advice to Trust staff carrying out research and support them with the tools and materials they need to take a proactive, robust and professional approach to communications. Management the Trusts research and innovation communications function, working with the wider communications team to manage media relations, stakeholder engagement, public affairs, digital and social media channels for communication of Trust research activities. Drive strategic development of research communications functions and channels to ensure they are modern, engaging and reflect best communications practice.Liaise within the Research & Innovation division and across key stakeholders; ensuring that all elements in the divisions communications strategy are effectively delivered, this includes inputting to the broader communications output across the Manchester Cancer Research Centre partnership (a partnership founded by The Christie, The University of Manchester, and Cancer Research UK).Evaluation and reporting Provide reports and respond to ad hoc requests on the performance of R&I activities in relation to research impact, outputs, income, publications, partnerships etc.Present plans and programmes and credibly prove performance and results of marketing activity to the senior managers within the marketing and communications team and other senior managers as required.Develop KPIs and metrics to measure the performance of activity (reach and impact), and show value for money, using quantitative and qualitative research methods to inform future strategies. Financial responsibilities Manage budgets for assigned projects and materials, securing value for money from suppliers. Oversee supplier relationships to ensure delivery against agreed contracts, quality standards and timelines. Other responsibilities Identify, report and manage risk within areas of responsibility and where required, perform duties of an unpredictable nature. Continuously develop the communications service to reflect the organisations evolving priorities and needs Provide advice, support and training to new starters and colleagues involved in delivering communications Represent the communications team at internal and external meetings, contributing to Trust-wide projects and building relationships with key partners Act at all times in accordance with the Trusts values and behaviours, promoting a culture of respect, compassion and professionalism and being accountable for own attitude and behaviour. The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the postholder.