Communications Manager - HIQA

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Communications Department to include people management responsibility.
• Responsible for implementing and overseeing the communications programme to continue to support the work of the Authority.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to meet the Authority’s communications objectives.
• Contribute to the review and development of policies and procedures for the management of complaints to the Authority.
• Provide communications advice and support to all Directorates, as and when required.
• Liaise with appropriate external parties and agencies including government departments, professional bodies and advocacy groups.
• Represent the Authority in external settings and act as media spokesperson when required.
• Participate in the development of the corporate strategy, business plans and corporate materials and, where appropriate, lead inter-divisional project teams.
• Manage the communications team in the delivery of these core functions:  publications production, media relations, stakeholder engagement, internal communications, public consultations, digital communications and social media.
• Write reports and present briefings on behalf of the Communications Department.
• Deputise for the Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement as required.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Experience:

• A minimum of five years’ experience in a relevant Communications role(s).

Qualifications:

• A relevant third level qualification in Management, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or related discipline (minimum level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications.)

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
• People management skills
• Ability to develop and deliver key messages
• Strong ability to lead
• Versatility and the ability to manage change and flux in their working environment
• Excellent stakeholder engagement
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
   

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