Health Specialist - ( Ref : 6792 )

Natural England; Ashford, Worthing; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural England in the South East region seeks a Health Specialist to strengthen the link between nature, health and wellbeing across Sussex and Kent. Collaborating with internal teams and external partners, you will develop and deliver projects that demonstrate how nature-based solutions can improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities.

You will build relationships with NHS organisations, local authorities and environmental NGOs; manage procurement and contracts; drive delivery; present

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering innovative projects that bring together health, people and nature, embedding nature-based approaches across local and regional priorities.
• Building productive relationships with partners including NHS organisations, local authorities, voluntary sector organisations and environmental NGOs to develop shared objectives.
• Managing procurement processes and contracts to ensure value for money and governance compliance.
• Working independently to identify opportunities, develop proposals and drive delivery to successful outcomes.
• Presenting evidence, progress and recommendations to senior managers and stakeholders to support informed decisions.
• Providing expertise on urban greening and green infrastructure to promote nature's role in healthier, more resilient communities.
• Contributing to strategic programmes that improve access to nature, health and environmental sustainability across Sussex and Kent.

Job description

This position is based at Ashford (Kent) , Worthing.

Job Description

The Health Specialist role plays a key part in strengthening the connection between nature, health and wellbeing across Sussex and Kent. Working across teams and with external partners, the postholder will help develop and deliver projects that demonstrate the value of nature-based solutions in improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading and delivering innovative projects that bring together health, people and nature, helping to embed nature-based approaches across local and regional priorities.
• Building productive relationships with partners including NHS organisations, local authorities, voluntary sector organisations and environmental NGOs to develop shared objectives and opportunities.
• Managing procurement processes and contracts, ensuring projects are delivered effectively, achieve value for money and meet Natural England's governance requirements.
• Working independently to identify opportunities, develop project proposals and drive delivery through to successful outcomes.
• Presenting evidence, project updates and recommendations to senior managers and stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
• Providing expertise on urban greening and green infrastructure, promoting the role of nature in creating healthier, more resilient communities.
• Contributing to strategic programmes that improve access to nature, health and wellbeing, and environmental sustainability across Sussex and Kent.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape how nature can support healthier people and places, while helping deliver Natural England's ambitions for nature recovery and societal wellbeing.

Personal effectiveness

• Act with integrity, addressing challenging issues and managing conflict through being open and objective
• Be ambitious, identify and adopt ways to make improvements in your team and Natural England and inspire others to act
• Share expertise and knowledge with people and networks so that you can develop together
• Use clear and appropriate language, communication styles and techniques that engage your audience.

Work Delivery

• Handle data responsibly, understand your role in good governance, and comply with delegations, policies and procedures
• Manage and deliver your work to meet agreed targets and deadlines

Putting People at the Heart of the Environment

• Listen to and understand our diverse partners and customers so that you achieve the best outcomes for them and Natural England
• Nurture trusting partnerships and collaborate to achieve pragmatic outcomes that help deliver Natural England’s vision, mission and aims