Community and Patient Involvement and Engagement (maternity cover)

Role Overview The Community and Patient Engagement role will play a key role in building, supporting, and strengthening relationships with people living with lung conditions, carers, patient organisations, and wider community stakeholders across Europe. The postholder will ensure that patient voices are meaningfully embedded in ELF and ERS activities, including research, education, advocacy, and policy. This role requires strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to inclusive, ethical, and impactful engagement. Key Responsibilities Community and Patient Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, carers, patient organisations and professionals across Europe Support the development and coordination of patient advisory groups, community panels, and networks Ensure diverse patient perspectives are represented, including underserved and marginalised communities Develop innovative strategies and ways of reaching the community Co-production and Involvement Facilitate meaningful patient involvement in research projects, clinical practice guidelines, educational activities, and events Support co-creation of materials, resources, and initiatives with patients and community partners Provide guidance and practical support to ensure engagement activities are accessible, inclusive, and ethical Programme and Project Support Coordinate patient engagement activities across multiple projects, ensuring timelines and objectives are met Work ..... full job details .....