Health Promotion Specialist

Job Description

As a Health Promotion Specialist, you will lead initiatives aimed at enhancing community health in Pretoria. You will develop programs that focus on preventative care, health education, and community outreach. Your expertise will play a critical role in promoting healthy lifestyle choices and increasing public awareness around health issues.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to promote integrated health services.
• Create and distribute informational materials that address health literacy.
• Participate in community events to raise awareness about health services.
• Implement evaluation tools to assess program success.
• Advocate for the needs of underserved populations in the community.
• Engage in continuous professional development to remain informed on best practices.
• Utilize social media and other platforms to increase community engagement.
• Facilitate focus groups to gather feedback and insights from the community.
• Manage budgets and resources for health promotion projects.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Social Sciences
• Certification in Health Promotion is preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in community health

Technical Skills

• Health Education
• Advocacy

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership

Certifications

• Certification in Public Health (CPH)

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Zulu: Basic

Advantageous

• Familiarity with local health challenges: Understanding of the health issues faced by the Pretoria community.
• Networking abilities: Strong networking skills for building partnerships with health organizations.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave
• Flexible working hours
• Retirement savings plan
• Team-building activities

Company Culture

• Team-Oriented: Our culture is built on teamwork, collaboration, and mutual support.
• Innovation-Driven: We embrace innovative solutions to meet health challenges faced by communities.