Public Health Officer

Job Description

Join our team as a Public Health Officer where you will lead health promotion efforts in Middlesbrough. Your expertise will help in assessing community health needs, implementing strategic health programs, and evaluating their effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute health improvement plans in line with local and national strategies.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers for better health service delivery.
• Conduct training for community health workers.
• Advocate for public health policies that address local health disparities.
• Utilise community health data to inform decision-making.
• Foster partnerships with educational institutions for health education initiatives.
• Participate in health surveillance and outbreak response activities.

Requirements

Education

• Degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, or related field
• Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public health or health promotion roles

Technical Skills

• Public Health Knowledge
• Data Analysis
• Project Management

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Familiarity with health promotion software: Knowledge of tools for tracking and managing health initiatives.
• Experience in community engagement: Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and mobilise communities.

Benefits

• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working hours

Company Culture

• Community Focused: We prioritize the health and wellbeing of our community in all our initiatives.
• Employee Development: We are committed to ongoing professional development and training for our staff.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.