Public Health Policy Officer

Job Description

As a Public Health Policy Officer at our Middlesbrough office, you will play a key role in developing and implementing health policies that benefit the community. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to promote health equity and address public health challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of health initiatives that align with local and national frameworks.
• Collaborate with health professionals to implement community-based interventions.
• Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to inform policy adjustments.
• Facilitate training workshops on public health policy for stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of health policies on target populations.
• Prepare policy briefs and position papers for internal and external stakeholders.
• Interface with governmental and non-governmental organizations to enhance health outcomes.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field
• Master's degree in Public Health or Health Policy is preferred

Experience

• 4+ years in public health roles, particularly in policy development

Technical Skills

• Policy analysis
• Public health programming

Soft Skills

• Negotiation
• Leadership

Certifications

• Certified in Public Health (CPH)
• Global Health Diplomacy Certificate

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Knowledge of health inequalities: Understanding of social determinants of health and their impact on public policy.
• Statistical software skills: Proficient in using statistical software for health data analysis.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Pension scheme
• Support for further education
• Employee wellness programmes

Company Culture

• Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Innovation: We encourage creative thinking and unconventional approaches to solving public health challenges.
• Community Focus: Our work is guided by the needs and inputs of the communities we serve.