Recruitment for Head of Policy and Communications in the Antimicrobial Resistance Team

This is an exciting time to join the VMD’s Antimicrobial Resistance team who are currently expanding. You will lead a small team responsible for the coordination and delivery of the Defra group’s, including VMD, commitments in the UK’s national action plan for AMR, as well as development and implementation of the team’s communications strategy.

Job Title

Antimicrobial Resistance Head of Policy and Communications Team

Grade

G7

Salary & Pension

£54,328 – £61,392 per annum with Pension Scheme

Annual Leave entitlement

Commencing at 25 days

Role

As Head of Policy and Communications in the AMR team, you will develop government policy on AMR and animal health.

You will work closely with colleagues within VMD and across government to develop AMR elements of new UK veterinary medicines legislation to ensure a coordinated, one health approach to international AMR policy. Key to delivery will be engagement with our stakeholders in the veterinary profession, agriculture sectors, pharmaceutical industry and others to implement AMR policy that works.

How to apply

You must make your application via Antimicrobial Resistance Head of Policy and Communications Team – Civil Service Jobs – GOV.UK where you will find a full job description including salary details.

Closing Date

14 December 2022