Strategic Head of Engagement & Communications

Scottish Food Commission; Aviemore; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public sector pension

Flexible working

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Job summary

The Scottish Food Commission is recruiting a Head of Engagement and Communications to lead strategic engagement across Scotland’s food system. You will work with relevant authorities, communities and stakeholders to shape evidence, scrutiny and recommendations while safeguarding independence and credibility.

You will develop communications strategies, manage publications and lead senior teams to ensure inclusive, accessible and impactful external messaging across diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience leading inclusive engagement and communications.
• Awareness of food systems policy context.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement across Scotland’s food system with relevant authorities, communities and other stakeholders.
• Develop and implement the Commission's communications strategy, plans and publications.
• Publish and coordinate processes to ensure accurate, accessible and independent communications.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to translate engagement insight into evidence, advice and recommendations.

Skills

Engagement leadership

Strategic communications

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Public policy awareness

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Scottish Food Commission is recruiting a Head of Engagement and Communications to lead strategic engagement across Scotland’s food system. You will work with relevant authorities, communities and stakeholders to shape evidence, scrutiny and recommendations while safeguarding independence and credibility.

You will develop communications strategies, manage publications and lead senior teams to ensure inclusive, accessible and impactful external messaging across diverse audiences.