Health Research Authority (HRA) Interim Communications Manager

Agency to provide candidate for role of the Temporary Communications Manager.

JOB SUMMARY: The Communications Manager works as part of the Communications team to implement the HRA's Communications Strategy and make sure standards are met for customer service, quality of information, brand management and reputation. They will lead on proactive and reactive strategic comms and media work across all levels of the HRA to influence and persuade on appropriate approaches using a spectrum of techniques. They will create, manage and evaluate media and integrated communications plans, delivering accurate and timely information within the organisation and to stakeholders and partners. The post holder will provide strategic advice and support on internal and external communications. They will be responsible for managing effective systems and processes. Having strong writing and editorial skills, they will play a key role in overseeing the production of internal and external communications material. The role also involves responding to and reporting on enquiries from the public and professional stakeholders and matrix managing the work of at least one Communications Officer to provide consistent and reliable communications cover for the HRA.