Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity

About the Company

We are Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. We stop at nothing to help give seriously ill children the best care and the best childhoods possible. For the hundreds of children from all over the UK who are treated by Great Ormond Street Hospital every day, for children with rare or complex illnesses everywhere, for this generation and all those to come. Because we believe no childhood should be lost to illness.

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Company Name

Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity

Job Title

Communications Coordinator

Job Description

Job Title: Communications Coordinator Role Summary: Serve as an integral member of the Communications team, coordinating events, administrative tasks, and media outreach while supporting families, patients, and the press team to produce engaging, high‑quality content. Expactations: * Deliver prompt, accurate administrative support to ensure seamless team operations. * Collaborate with press, family stories, and external stakeholders to manage media relations and storytelling initiatives. * Uphold confidentiality and data protection standards when handling personal information. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain and organize administrative systems (meeting scheduling, file management, calendar updates). - Coordinate team meetings, events, and communication workflows. - Assist the press team in preparing press releases, media kits, and social media content. - Develop and disseminate family stories, ensuring sensitivity and accuracy. - Track and report on media coverage and campaign impact. - Facilitate collaboration across internal departments to support cross‑functional projects. - Manage day‑to‑day tasks independently, using initiative to prioritize and meet deadlines. Required Skills: - Strong written and verbal communication; ability to tailor content for diverse audiences. - Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities; adept at multitasking under pressure. - Detail‑oriented, with a commitment to producing high‑quality, precise work. - Proficiency in office software (MS Office, Google Workspace) and basic content management systems. - Experience in a communications or administrative role within an office environment. - Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements. - Demonstrable interest in news, media, and storytelling. - Initiative and independent judgment in problem‑solving. Required Education & Certifications: - Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). - No mandatory professional certifications required, though experience in non‑profit communications is preferred.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

18-03-2026