Ed Townend

Senior Strategic Engagement Manager @NHS England

York, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Feb 2024 — Present

Senior Strategic Engagement Manager @NHS England

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Leeds, GB

EDUCATION

1998 — 2001

The University of Northampton

BA Hons

SKILLS

Project ManagementEvent ManagementCrisis CommunicationsEmployee EngagementPolitical CampaignsPoliticsPress ReleasesDigital MediaWorkforce DevelopmentMarketingStaff DevelopmentPolicyWorkforce PlanningPublic AffairsLeadershipStakeholder ManagementEmployee RelationsPolitical ConsultingSports DevelopmentFinancial ReportingReputation ManagementInternational Public AffairsOrganizational DevelopmentCommunicationMedia PlanningSenior Stakeholder ManagementNews WritingStrategic CommunicationsStrategyPublic PolicySports CoachingSocial MediaStakeholder EngagementPublic RelationsInternal CommunicationsCorporate CommunicationsMedia RelationsEmployer EngagementSports ManagementStakeholder Analysis

ABOUT ED TOWNEND

As the Head of Media and External Relations at NHS England, I have led a team of talented and dedicated professionals to deliver high-quality communications, public affairs and media relations services for the largest health and social care organisation in the UK. I have over 15 years of experience across the NHS, Parliament and the wider public sector, with a focus on public affairs, digital transformation, stakeholder engagement and international relations.My core competencies include accountability, program management, organisational development, and influencing skills. I am passionate about enhancing the reputation and visibility of NHS England, promoting its values and vision, and supporting its strategic objectives and priorities. I have successfully managed multiple projects and campaigns, such as our COVID-19 response, including engagement with Ministers, Select Committees, Parliamentarians, Government departments and key stakeholders. I have also built strong relationships with key media outlets, partners and stakeholders, both nationally and internationally.

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