Head of Engagement and Storytelling

About us The Microbiology Society is a membership charity for scientists interested in microbes, their effects, and their practical uses. It has a worldwide membership based in universities, industry, hospitals, research institutes, schools, and other organisations. Our members have a unique depth and breadth of knowledge about the discipline. The Society''s role is to help unlock and harness the potential of that knowledge. Our commitment to anyone who studies microbes is "whoever you are, wherever you are, we will amplify your voice". Read more about our mission and values at microbiologysociety.org About you The Head of Engagement and Storytelling will develop compelling content and channels for a wide range of audiences, to showcase the astonishing wonder of microbes, the transformative power of microbiology and the essential contribution of microbiologists. This role reports to the Chief Communications Officer and will requires collaborative working with members of the Society''s governance structure and the Heads of Scientific Programmes and Development Opportunities respectively, responsible for creating and delivering the society''s overall communication strategy across all channels including social media and website, overseeing policy and membership engagement activities, promoting member expertise to policymakers in the UK and internationally and encourage member engagement through opportunities the Society''s ''Get Involved'' campaign. The postholder will ..... full job details .....