Public Health Project Officer

Medway Council; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a Project Officer coordinator to support the HealthyWay Plus team. The successful applicant will deliver an evidence-based weight management programme aimed at improving health and wellbeing in Medway, in line with local and national public health strategies. This role requires strong administrative and communication skills, and the candidate should have at least one year of experience in a weight-management setting. This position is offered on a zero-hour contract with the potential for a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's experience in a weight-management setting, ideally with group work.
• Eligibility for an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an evidence-based weight management programme to improve health and wellbeing in Medway.
• Provide administrative support for courses.
• Maintain accurate records and data handling for programme delivery.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of evidence-based public health practice

Job description

Role Overview

This opportunity is currently offered as a zero-hour contract, with the possibility of a permanent contract as the service develops. The role is to support the HealthyWay Plus team as a Project Officer co‑ordinator, delivering an evidence-based weight management programme to improve health and wellbeing in Medway and supporting the achievement of local and national public health strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an evidence‑based weight management programme to improve health and wellbeing in Medway, supporting local and national public health strategies.
• Provide administrative support for courses, including collecting accurate data and communicating with clients, health‑care professionals and broader public health teams.
• Maintain accurate records and data handling for programme delivery.
• Support team and meet key performance expectations as set by the Career Progression Framework.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of one year’s experience in a weight‑management setting, ideally with group work.
• Strong administrative and communication skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based public health practice.
• Eligibility for an enhanced DBS check.
• Applicants must meet all essential criteria of Level A.

Career Progression

The Career Progression Framework (CPF) offers structured development opportunities from Level A to Level B to Level C. The salary offered is at Level A, with possible progression while in post.

Important Information

Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. The role is subject to a voluntary application and an enhanced DBS check.

Application Process

Please e‑mail Katherine Williams at [e-mail] for an informal discussion. Applications may be rejected if the minimum criteria are not met. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts, will usually be sent via email. If you are not contacted within three weeks of the advert closing date, you have not been shortlisted.

For further details on benefits, download or view the Medway information pack.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.