Public Health Practitioner
3 weeks ago
Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT TO NOVEMBER 2026 TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
Are you interested in the application of systems thinking tools and methods to public health? Do you want to make a difference to health and well-being in Wales? Do you enjoy working in a small team?
This is a unique opportunity to join the Wider Determinants of Health Unit Team in Public Health Wales to support the delivery of a new innovative initiative funded by the Health Foundation's Shaping Places grant funding programme.
The programme will support Public Services Boards to apply systems-based approaches to influencing the wider determinants of health, to learn from each other and make the most of their Well-being Plans. The programme will do this through establishing learning cohorts across Wales, who will apply these methods, learn, and share the learning across Wales and with other UK nations.
The wider determinants of health are the social, environmental and economic factors that affect health and well-being. The Wider Determinants of Health Unit is an ambitious team whose mission is to maximise the influence of the public health system by translating evidence, building capability and coordinating networks of influence.
Main duties of the job
You will be working with a small programme team with support from experienced public health professionals in the Wider Determinants of Health Unit.
The role involves supporting the Principal Applied Systems Thinking Practitioner to develop and manage local, regional and national senior stakeholder relationships within a complex environment
The postholder will work with the Principal to establish three national learning cohorts and to deliver an Applied Systems Learning Cohorts Framework. The postholder will be responsible for developing programme resources, providing facilitation support and contributing to report writing and the dissemination of the learning from the programme.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Public Health Practitioner early in their career who is interested in developing knowledge and skills in systems-based approaches and gaining experience working with partners at a national level.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the role recruitment manager named below to discuss the role further if they have any queries.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
oEducated to degree level or equivalent level qualification in a health, behaviour, social or biological science or have equivalent experience oEvidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
oUKPHR Practitioner Registration
Experience
Essential
oExperience of undertaking health promotion activity with communities, groups or in key settings. oExperience of implementing or delivering health improvement interventions and projects oExperience of staff, stakeholder and public engagement and/or involvement experience
Desirable
oExperience in the use of formal project management methods
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
oIn depth understanding of one of the key settings, community, NHS, education. oHave a basic understanding of the wider determinants of health
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Presentation skills to large audiences Adaptability flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change Computer literate with an ability to use the required systems/office packages Highly developed interpersonal skills-
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