Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government
Head of Communications, Engagement & Partnerships for the Disused Tips Authority
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Help shape the voice of one of Wales' newest public organisations.
The Disused Tips Authority for Wales is being established as the national public body responsible for overseeing the safety, management and regulation of disused tips across Wales. Operating in a high-profile, safety-critical environment, our success will depend not only on the quality of our technical work, but on the trust and confidence we build with the communities we serve, our partners and the wider public.
As Head of Communications & Partnerships, you will play a critical leadership role in establishing that trust from day one. You will shape how the Authority communicates, engages and builds relationships, ensuring people understand our purpose, our decisions and the actions we take to keep communities safe. Your work will help create confidence through clear, transparent and consistent communication, particularly when discussing complex issues and risk.
This is a broad strategic role. Alongside leading all aspects of communications, engagement and stakeholder partnerships, you will be responsible for translating the Board's strategic vision into the Authority's Corporate Plan, ensuring our priorities are clearly articulated and aligned across the organisation. The role is both inward and outward facing:
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- Internally, you will create a shared sense of purpose, helping colleagues understand our strategy, values and priorities.
- Externally, you will build trusted relationships with communities, partners, government and stakeholders, strengthening confidence in the Authority and its work.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the voice, reputation and strategic direction of a new national organisation, helping establish the Disused Tips Authority as a trusted public body and a recognised centre of excellence in public safety, engagement and transparent communication.
Important: The Disused Tips Authority for Wales will be established as an independent Welsh Public Body and separate legal entity on 1 April 2027. Until then, these roles will be hosted by the Welsh Government, providing a unique opportunity to help create and shape a new national organisation from the outset.
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Successful candidates will initially be employed by the Welsh Government before transferring to the Disused Tips Authority when it becomes operational on 1 April 2027, with continuity of employment maintained throughout.
The Disused Tips Authority is a separate organisation from the Welsh Government. Please disregard any Welsh Government guidance, policies or recruitment information linked within this advert and refer to the accompanying Candidate Information Pack for information relevant to this vacancy.
To learn more about the Authority's purpose, ambitions, culture, values, benefits and recruitment journey, please review the Candidate Information Pack and recruitment video.
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