Smokefree Engagement Officer

Opus People Solutions; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health consulting firm is seeking a Smokefree Engagement Officer to help implement smoking cessation goals in Walsall. The role involves engaging local businesses, advising on smokefree policies, and delivering training. Candidates must have a relevant degree and at least 12 months of experience in public health, preferably in smoking cessation. This hybrid position allows for home working alongside site visits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of recent experience in public health (preferably smoking cessation).

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to engage local businesses.
• Advise employers on enhanced smokefree policies.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff.
• Collaborate with partners on broader tobacco control efforts.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

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Job Opportunity: Smokefree Engagement Officer

Location: Hybrid (Walsall-based, with home working and site visits)
Contract: 3-month initial term, with potential extension

Directorate: Adult Social Care and Health / Economy, Environment and Communities
Service Area: Public Health / Regulatory Services

We're seeking a passionate Smokefree Engagement Officer to help drive forward national, regional, and local smoking cessation goals—including delivery of Walsall's Tobacco Control Plan.

This exciting role will focus on creating smokefree workplaces throughout Walsall by:

• Developing strategies to engage local businesses
• Advising employers on enhanced smokefree policies
• Delivering training and guidance to staff
• Collaborating with partners on broader tobacco control efforts

Workplaces with staff who are less likely to engage in health improvement interventions will be a priority focus.

Requirements

• Degree in a relevant field
• Minimum 12 months of recent experience in public health (preferably smoking cessation)