Public Health Project Coordinator (Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC)

We are seeking to employ a Public Health Project Coordinator who will be responsible for supporting the Programme Manager in the programme and project delivery of PCC's exciting five-year programme as a National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC).

This post is Fixed term for 4 Years.

Salary: £35,235 - £37,937 per annum (pro rata for part time).

Hours: 37 hours per week; however, part time hours/job share will be considered for the right candidate.

The Role

The post-holder will be part of the HDRC Programme team, helping to establish the building blocks for effective delivery of research in Portsmouth that addresses health inequalities and embeds community-led research at the heart of the city's approach. You will be responsible for supporting the Programme Manager in the programme and project delivery of PCC's exciting five-year programme as a National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC).

This role involves providing essential project management coordination to the HDRC team and stakeholders, including PCC officers, the University of Portsmouth, and Hive Portsmouth.

Minimum Requirements

1. Has a relevant qualification or significant experience in business support/administration or event planning, with an understanding of project management methods and practices.
2. Has proven experience in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver shared objectives and relevant experience in a local government setting or within a research infrastructure/delivery organisation (including academia) and also has a basic understanding of budget management, invoicing, and expense tracking.
3. Has the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, exceptional organisational skills, able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise work, and meet deadlines including experience in preparing and delivering presentations and reports to diverse audiences.
4. Has strong attention to detail, especially when managing schedules, budgets, and project documentation. Comfortable handling confidential project details and sensitive information.
5. Is creative and innovative, especially in improving processes or finding new ways to tackle challenges.

Please read the attached job profile for the full details of this role.

Closing Date: Sunday 6th April 2025

Interview Date: Provisionally 22nd - 25th April 2025

Application Process

Please read the job profile for the full details of this role attached below to assist you with your application.

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As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your paid work, work placements & personal experience.

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About Portsmouth City Council

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Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800.