Job summary
The Health Improvement Division is looking for individuals with passion and ambition to the drugs, alcohol and gambling team. Working collaboratively, the division plays a key role in improving the health and well-being of the population of Wales and reducing health inequalities.
This is a unique opportunity for an individual with relevant experience in health improvement, drugs, alcohol or gambling, policy or applied research who wants to make a difference to the health of current and future generations in Wales. We are looking for someone who can contribute to the team in developing relationships with national and local partners and bring an evidence informed approach to the development of the gambling harms prevention programme.
If you are highly motivated, analytical, methodical, an effective communicator and ideally have experience of developing and implementing projects in the NHS or local government or voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.
The position is based at Public Health Wales offices, with current working conditions supporting agile working.
Main duties of the job
Contribute to the development and delivery of projects within the drugs, alcohol and gambling team 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 relevant sections of the Public Health Wales Annual Plan.
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 gambling harms and the wider work of the drugs, alcohol and gambling team.
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 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level qualification in health, behavioral or social sciences
- Extensive knowledge of population health improvement approaches acquired through a Master's degree, post graduate diploma or equivalent training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of developing and implementing health improvement interventions and projects to meet identified need
- Experience in the application of evidence or theory in the development of public health programmes
Knowledge & understanding
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of behaviour change theories and methods and their application to population health
- Knowledge relating to the determinants of health and the methods and approaches for addressing health inequalities at a population level
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Highly developed written and verbal communications skills, including writing for different audiences
- Excellent planning and organisational skills;
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level qualification in health, behavioral or social sciences
- Extensive knowledge of population health improvement approaches acquired through a Master's degree, post graduate diploma or equivalent training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of developing and implementing health improvement interventions and projects to meet identified need
- Experience in the application of evidence or theory in the development of public health programmes
Knowledge & understanding
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of behaviour change theories and methods and their application to population health
- Knowledge relating to the determinants of health and the methods and approaches for addressing health inequalities at a population level
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Highly developed written and verbal communications skills, including writing for different audiences
- Excellent planning and organisational skills;
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
