Communications Committee
Purpose
To enhance the organization’s visibility and strategic communications.
Scope of Work
- Raise global awareness of HNCIG’s mission, initiatives, and research outputs within the oncology and broader scientific communities.
- Strengthen engagement with key stakeholders, including academic institutions, industry partners, policymakers, and patient advocacy organizations.
- Enhance HNCIG’s reputation as the leading global platform for collaborative research in head and neck cancer.
- Attract and involve partners from the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
- Promote internal cohesion and ensure alignment and synergy across HNCIG committees and communication channels.
Core Responsibilities
- Website and Social Media Management: Maintain and update the official HNCIG website (www.hncig.org) and establish and manage official HNCIG accounts on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn.
- Newsletter Production: Produce and distribute a professionally designed quarterly newsletter.
- Prospectus Development: Create and periodically update an HNCIG prospectus tailored to academic researchers, patient advocacy groups, and industry stakeholders.
- Committee Coordination: Establish and maintain regular communication and coordination with all HNCIG committees to ensure consistent messaging and collaboration.
- Develop a consistent presentation format and materials to reflect the HNCIG brand.
Membership
Communications and media leads from national groups, plus patient/public representatives.
Leadership & Reporting
Chaired by a communications lead (3-year term, renewable once by mutual agreement for two years). Reports to HNCIG CEO.
Meetings
At least quarterly.
Deliverables
- Annual communication plan.
- Quarterly newsletter and updated website content.
Review
Reviewed every three years by the Board.
Committee Members