At a Glance
- Tasks: Implement public health interventions and programmes to improve health in Wales.
- Company: Join Public Health Wales, the national public health agency dedicated to healthier lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days holiday, a competitive pension scheme, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equality and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public health and tackle health inequalities for future generations.
- Qualifications: Experience in public health interventions and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner with experience of implementing public health interventions and programmes who wants to make a difference to the health of current and future generations in Wales. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, analytical, a skilled communicator and ideally has experience of working with a range of public sector stakeholders.
Each part of our organisation plays a significant role in contributing to the seven priorities of our Strategic Plan, and as part of our contribution, the Wider Determinants of Health Unit is looking for an individual with drive and ambition to join its expanding team.
If successful, you will support Public Health Network Cymru and oversee delivery of the network’s development plan. The network, which is hosted by the Wider Determinants of Health Unit, aims to inform, facilitate and create connections for professionals from a range of sectors in order to improve population health and well-being and reduce health inequalities.
You will also support delivery of other elements of the Unit workplan, including work to improve health equity by addressing worklessness of public health concern. We operate an agile working policy and the base is negotiable. We offer great benefits, including 27 days holiday (increasing with service) and a competitive pension scheme.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of projects to understand and influence wider determinants of health at an All Wales level
- Undertake the monitoring and contribute to evaluation of action which aims to improve population health and reduce health inequalities
- Monitor the delivery of project plans and actions relevant to sections of the Public Health Wales Long Term Strategy
- Contribute to the development of interventions that are co-produced with key stakeholders including the public
- Lead on the dissemination of knowledge and evidence relating to the wider determinants of health
We are Public Health Wales – the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit our careers page.
For guidance on the application process, please visit applicant information and guidance.
Public Health Wales reserves the right to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage early applications.
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