IGHI Communications and Events Officer

Imperial Enterprise; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global health organization in London is seeking an experienced communicator to enhance their visibility. The successful candidate will create impactful communications and manage events that support healthcare initiatives. Responsibilities include digital content management and stakeholder engagement. This full-time role offers an attractive salary and numerous workplace benefits, with a commitment to making a difference in health systems worldwide.

Benefits

41 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working policy

On-site leisure facilities

Diverse and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in writing for multiple media.
• A passion for healthcare.
• Exceptional organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create inspiring and engaging communications and events.
• Manage digital and print communications.
• Engage audiences through social media and newsletters.

Skills

Communication expertise

Creative writing

Event planning

Social media content creation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Evaluation of communications

Job description

Are you an experienced communicator who wants to make an impact in global health? At the Institute of Global Health Innovation (IGHI), you will work with a committed and talented team to lead, support and deliver communications and events across a range of research areas. You will play a vital role in maintaining and building IGHI’s reputation.

What you would be doing

• Create inspiring and engaging communications and events that showcase the Institute’s work and our visibility to stakeholders.
• Manage digital and print communications that deliver high quality content to the public, patients, policymakers, healthcare professionals and students.
• Manage internal and external channels including websites, social media and newsletters to engage existing audiences and to reach new ones.

What we are looking for

• A passion for healthcare.
• A creative mind and a flair for writing.
• Experience in writing for multiple media.
• A track record in creating impactful content for social media.
• Expertise in event planning and delivery.
• Confidence in working independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in measuring and evaluating the impact of communications activity.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world‑leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• A friendly and ambitious team that makes an impact in national and international health systems.
• A sector‑leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days annual leave and a generous pension scheme).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on‑site leisure facilities and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Interest‑free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• A diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This is a full‑time post (35 hours per week) and open‑ended.

Anticipated interview date: Tuesday 16 December 2025.

For informal enquiries about the role, please email Dara O’Hare, Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Manager, [e-mail].

At IGHI, we identify, develop and implement evidence‑based innovations that lead to sustainable improvements in health and care.

Our work is made possible through our Centres of Excellence:

• Centre for African Research and Engagement
• Centre for Health Policy
• Climate Cares Centre
• Fleming Initiative
• Helix Centre for Design in Healthcare
• NIHR North West London Patient Safety Research Collaboration

They collaborate to share knowledge, skills and expertise so that we can solve bigger problems and accelerate progress in healthcare.