Public Health Programme Lead: Built & Natural Environment

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking a motivated Programme Senior Officer (Built & Natural Environment) to join our Public Health team and help improve health and wellbeing across the city.

You will develop and deliver programmes spanning planning, licensing, housing and climate change, working with the Council, NHS and partners to translate public health evidence into practical actions that reduce health inequalities and support a cleaner, greener Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience of influencing stakeholders and building effective partnerships to improve public health outcomes.
• Experience of leading or supporting major change projects in complex environments.
• Demonstratable knowledge and understanding of Public Health policies and relevant policy environment.
• Experience of managing resources and working effectively in politically sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Developing and progressing programmes to improve population health and reduce inequalities.
• Providing evidence-based public health advice on planning applications, licensing and proposed developments.
• Conducting Health Impact Assessments to support healthier places and communities.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supporting innovative projects, evaluating interventions and promoting best practice.
• Applying public health evidence to inform policy, commissioning and investment decisions.
• Contributing to work that supports environmental wellbeing and tackles climate change.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Birmingham City Council is seeking a motivated Programme Senior Officer (Built & Natural Environment) to join our Public Health team and help improve health and wellbeing across the city.

You will develop and deliver programmes spanning planning, licensing, housing and climate change, working with the Council, NHS and partners to translate public health evidence into practical actions that reduce health inequalities and support a cleaner, greener Birmingham.