Public Health Data and Intelligence Officer

Oldham Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater Manchester is looking for a data analyst to enhance public health policies. The role involves gathering and interpreting data, producing reports, and presenting findings to inform decision-making. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, R, Python, and SQL, along with excellent communication abilities. The position offers numerous benefits including flexible working options, a pension scheme, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

LGPS benefit pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Salary sacrifice scheme for home electronics

Wellbeing support including 24-hour advice

Staff recognition events

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills to interpret Public Health data.
• Ability to produce clear reports and visualisations for diverse audiences.
• Experience in influencing public health policies through data.

Responsibilities

• Gather and interpret Public Health-related data to identify trends.
• Produce concise reports and visualisations for various audiences.
• Inform and shape public health policies using the findings.

Skills

Quantitative analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Data visualisation using Power BI

R programming

Python programming

SQL proficiency

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Summary

We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. Our focus is on three missions with residents and partners: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.

Responsibilities

• Gather and interpret Public Health‑related data to identify trends, disparities, and emerging issues.
• Produce clear and concise reports and visualisations tailored to a variety of audiences.
• Use findings to inform and shape public health policies, programmes, and interventions.
• Analyse and interpret data to present findings effectively to various audiences to inform decision‑making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to advise and support senior officers, with confidence to challenge where appropriate based on evidence.
• Strong quantitative analytical skills using Excel, R, Python, and SQL, and experience with data visualisation software such as Power BI.

Values & Behaviours

• Work with a resident focus
• Support local leaders
• Committed to the borough
• Deliver high performance
• Take ownership and drive change

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10‑year service
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make voluntary contributions
• Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active
• Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating‑out, travel, motoring and more
• Salary sacrifice scheme for home electronics and Cycle to Work
• Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24‑hour access to advice and support
• Staff recognition and celebration events
• Peer support groups

Inclusive Recruitment

We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. If you are an applicant with disabilities and have previously been or are currently in care, a carer, or a person who has served in the Armed Forces, and you meet the essential criteria of the role, you are guaranteed to reach the first stage of assessment under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme.