Public Health Specialist

Job Description

As a Public Health Specialist, you will play a crucial role in implementing health programs aimed at improving community health standards. Your expertise will drive initiatives focused on disease prevention and health education.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage public health campaigns.
• Monitor local health trends and identify areas for improvement.
• Formulate policy recommendations to enhance public health.
• Collaborate with schools and organizations for health promotion.
• Foster relationships with non-profits to support health initiatives.
• Enhance community participation in health assessments.
• Evaluate the impact of community health strategies.
• Prepare funding proposals and grant applications.
• Facilitate communication and partnerships between healthcare entities.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or Public Health
• Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) is an advantage

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in health program management

Technical Skills

• Project Management
• Statistical Software

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Critical Thinking

Certifications

• Certified Public Health Associate (CPHA)
• Health Informatics Certification

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Zulu: Conversational

Advantageous

• Experience in qualitative research methodologies: Ability to conduct qualitative research to inform health program design.
• Bilingual abilities: Fluency in additional local languages.

Benefits

• Health insurance options with wellness programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off plus public holidays.
• Support for continuing education.

Company Culture

• Collaboration: Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of our operations.
• Continuous Improvement: We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our services.
• Respect and Integrity: We operate with respect and integrity in all our dealings.