Assistant Director of Strategic Communications, Engagement and PolicyCardiff and Llandudno Junction, Wales (with hybrid working)Welsh EssentialSocial Care Wales is looking for a talented individual to lead our communication, stakeholder engagement, customer service standards and policy insight. This role will work at a national level, helping to shape the future of social care in Wales.About UsSocial Care Wales provides leadership and expertise in social care and early years in Wales.Our vision is to make a positive difference to care and support for children, adults and their families and carers.To do this, we lead on developing and regulating the social care workforce, service improvement, data and research to improve care.We are now looking for an Assistant Director of Strategic Communications, Engagement and Policy to join us on a permanent basis. This role is offered with flexible working options, and we will consider candidates as part of a job share.The Benefits- Salary of £68,156 - £76,547 per annum- 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)- Local government pension scheme- Flexible work policy- Hybrid working from home and our office as required- Family leave policyThe RoleAs the Assistant Director of Strategic Communications, Engagement and Policy, you will lead our strategic approaches to external communication, stakeholder engagement, customer relationship management and policy insight.You will work with the Executive Team and leadership group to deliver our strategic vision, shape organisational messaging, and develop trusted, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.Specifically, you will:- Lead the delivery of our marketing and communications strategy- Oversee how we approach stakeholder engagement, customer service, and internal communications- Provide advice and briefings to the Chief Executive and Executive Management Team- Co-ordinate responses to the Welsh Government and Senedd consultations- Represent Social Care Wales in external forums and with the media- Collaborate with sector leaders to raise the profile of social care and early years in WalesAbout YouTo be considered as the Assistant Director of Strategic Communications, Engagement and Policy, you will need:- Proven experience in developing impactful engagement and communication strategies- Experience advising senior leaders and navigating complex policy issues- Strategic knowledge of the broad policy landscape in Wales- Evidence of continuous professional development- The ability to build strong partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders- Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills- The ability to lead teams, manage ambiguity, and drive strategic change- Professional qualification(s) and/or equivalent experience in a relevant fieldPlease note that Welsh Language skills are essential for this role, and you will not be shortlisted if you do not meet this criteria.The closing date for this role is 07 September 2025, and the interviews will take place on 19 September 2025.Other organisations may call this role Director of Communications, Head of External Affairs, Policy Director, or Assistant Director of External Relations.Reasonable adjustments can be made at any stage of the recruitment process for candidates with a disability, impairment or health condition, for example who are neuro-divergent or who use British Sign Language. Please get in touch with the HR Team to discuss adjustments for any part of the process.You must be based in the UK to apply for this role and be able to visit one of the stated offices when required.So, if you’re ready to join us as our Assistant Director of Strategic Communications, Engagement and Policy, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

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