Public Health Officer (POA)

Who You Are

You are a dedicated professional with a strong understanding of public health issues such as obesity, smoking, and mental health. You possess a qualification in a relevant field and have experience in public health commissioning, contract management, and provider development. Your proactive attitude towards personal development enables you to acquire new skills through both formal training and self-directed learning. Your excellent organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities effectively, while your collaborative nature helps you build strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.

What the Job Involves

As a Public Health Officer, you will work within the Public Health Team to ensure that team plans and performance targets are delivered, maintaining a culture of 'putting our residents first'. Your role will involve delivering health improvement programmes, planning and managing public health projects, and managing a range of Public Health Contracts. You will contribute to the design and delivery of evidence-based public health programmes and projects, working collaboratively with multiple departments, organizations, and external partners. Your responsibilities will include supporting the integration of the public health agenda within broader strategic priorities, fostering connections with key areas like climate change, housing, and community safety.

Skills

• Understanding of public health principles
• Project management and contract management proficiency
• Ability to collaborate and form strong relationships
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Competence in using Microsoft Office tools
• Analytical skills for population health needs
• Experience in partnership working with stakeholders
• Aptitude for managing project budgets
• Proactive in personal development and continuous learning