Why Southwark?
We are the largest social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.? Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
What You'll Be Doing
The Public Health Division are recruiting a Policy and Programme Officer for the Healthy Place team on a 2-year fixed term basis . This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop Southwark’s approach to supporting healthy environments. The role works in partnership with colleagues across the Council and community, focusing on public health leadership in housing, planning and the social, environmental and commercial determinants of health.
This post is a varied role that involves: taking a health in all policies approach to collaboration; developing and commissioning specific programmes of work to improve accessibility to healthy environments and address health inequalities; and to support partnership working and effective learning about health impact across key staff groups and organisations.
You will develop relationships with all programme stakeholders across Council departments and communities, VCS and NHS partners. You will be championing the capacity of local authority place-shaping powers to create healthier urban environments.
Through this role you will gain comprehensive experience of working independently on a system-wide, politically complex project within an enthusiastic and high functioning public health team.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a highly skilled public health professional with extensive experience in the area of wider determinants of health and a deep understanding of public health methodology.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing,...
Public Health Policy & Programme Officer employer: Southwark Council Careers
As the largest local authority social landlord in London, Southwark is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to thrive. With a strong commitment to tackling inequalities and enhancing community well-being, we offer our HR Business Partners the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying professional growth opportunities within a supportive team. Join us in shaping a fairer future for Southwark's residents and experience the unique advantage of working in a vibrant borough that values its people and their contributions.
