Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Community Outreach Coordinator

Heart Research UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Community Outreach Coordinator to enhance public and patient involvement in heart disease research. This role is crucial for building trust within communities and ensuring that the voices of those affected by heart diseases shape the charity's initiatives. You will work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, driving innovative engagement strategies that prioritize inclusivity. Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals facing heart disease, and help us ensure that no one is left unheard in our mission to combat heart diseases.

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach and public engagement.
• Strong communication skills to convey clear messaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop partnerships with community organizations to enhance PPI activities.
• Encourage participation from underrepresented groups in patient involvement.

Skills

Community Engagement

Public Speaking

Relationship Building

Cultural Competence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or related field

Job description

Heart Research UK is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to stopping people dying from heart diseases. The Research team advances the treatment, prevention and cure of heart diseases through the medical research projects we fund. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Community Outreach Coordinator who will be responsible for growing the PPI activities of the charity at the community level.

Be part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with heart disease, until no more deaths from heart diseases. Situated within the charity’s Research Team, you will support the delivery of our research strategy, building trust and confidence in heart research and the wider work of Heart Research UK among patients and their families.

You will work closely with the PPI Officer to embed meaningful involvement where people affected by heart diseases shape our work and inform our decision-making - putting the patients and public voice at the heart of what we do.

In this role you will develop partnerships to help Heart Research UK, and researchers listen to the patient voice - identifying, establishing, and cultivating cooperative relationships with community-based programs, organisations, and leaders, with a special focus on historically underrepresented stakeholders (including communities of colour and faith-based communities).

Reporting to the Patient and Public Involvement Officer you will encourage people affected by heart diseases to join our Patient and Public Network, deliver clear messaging and demonstrate the benefits of involvement. You will drive and promote innovative ways of involving and hearing from patients, carers, and the public, challenging traditional methods, particularly ensuring growing involvement from currently underrepresented and underserved groups and communities to enhance our engagement, understanding, and cohesion with people from all backgrounds affected by heart diseases.

This role will support the delivery of our growing portfolio of PPI activities which enables us to embed the patient and public voice at all stages of our work. It is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to seeking and using the views of the public to shape and influence research and the work of the charity.

A key target of this important project is to work collaboratively to ensure that our patient and public involvement activities are increasingly accessible and relevant to any person who wishes to join.