Data Visualisation and Design Manager

Salary: Up to £52,075 per annum plus excellent benefits

Contract: Permanent contract  

Hours per week: Full-time role: 37.5

We require all staff to work a minimum of 2 days per week on average, working in - person In line with our hybrid working framework. However we are also open to discuss condensed working, Part-time or Job shares for this role. 

The Health Foundation is an independent charitable organisation working to build a healthier UK.

Do you have experience of leading on the delivery of high-quality data visualisation and design content that meets audience needs and engages them effectively?

We’re looking for a Data Visualisation and Design Manager to join our team. This is an exciting new role that will lead on developing our approach to data visualisation, helping us meet our ambition of becoming a sector leader in this type of content.

In this role you will:

• Lead the development of our approach for data visualisation and data-led content.
• Establish a community of practice to share learning and best practice.
• Ensure our data-led content meets the highest standards for quality and innovation, communicates our work effectively and meets the needs of our audiences.
• Project manage, develop, and create data visualisation, infographics, and other design output.
• Commission and manage a team of freelance suppliers including data visualisation specialists, designers, and illustrators.
• Implement a comprehensive package of training and support for colleagues.

To find out more about the role and what we are looking for, please read the job description.

To apply please submit your CV and answer the following application questions:

1. Tell us why your skills and experience make you a good fit for the Data Visualisation and Design Manager role. (max 400 words)
2. Please give an example of a time when you played a leading role in producing high-quality data visualisation and data-led content that meets audience needs. What was the content, what was your role and how did you ensure the data visualisation was engaging and effective? (max 400 words)
3. If you were developing a package of data visualisation and design training for colleagues, what would be the main areas you would cover and why? (max 400 words)

Candidates should have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment, as we do not provide visa sponsorship.  Click here for further guidance.

Closing date: December 1, 2024.

Interview date: December 16 or 17, 2024.

As part of the interview, you will be asked to prepare a short presentation and to answer six questions. We will share the brief for the presentation upon offer of interview, of which will be online.

Our commitment to you

Our top priority is finding the best candidate, and that might be you.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity, We value professional and lived expertise and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage those from underrepresented and underserved groups in this field, such as people of colour, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds to apply.

We encourage you to speak with us about your neuro-diversities, disabilities, long term medical conditions, chronic illness, mental health, wider health conditions and/or caring responsibilities etc. so we can work together on adjustments to make the recruitment process and work more accessible and enjoyable for you. We offer flexible working as well as a range of excellent benefits. 

We're dedicated to an inclusive hiring process, where every candidate has the chance to showcase their skills in a comfortable environment.

So, come apply to join our team and let's work towards building a diverse and authentic workplace together.