Public Health Analyst

Job Description

Join our team as a Public Health Analyst, where your expertise will help us drive health advancement in the Johannesburg area. You will focus on evaluating health programs, conducting research, and offering recommendations to enhance health outcomes. Your role is crucial in guiding public health policy and ensuring that health initiatives are evidence-based.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing public health programs for their effectiveness and outreach.
• Work alongside governmental agencies to develop health policies.
• Write grant proposals to secure funding for new health initiatives.
• Engage with community stakeholders to gather insights and feedback.
• Conduct training sessions for public health staff on data usage and reporting.
• Monitor public health trends and prepare statistical analyses.
• Assist in drafting health-related legislation and policy documents.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field
• Master's degree is preferred

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in public health analysis or relevant field

Technical Skills

• Data Analysis
• Research Methodology
• Statistical Software

Soft Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork

Certifications

• Certified Public Health (CPH)
• Certificate in Health Data Analytics

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Afrikaans: Conversational

Advantageous

• Familiarity with GIS software: Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems to analyze spatial data.
• Experience with public health policy analysis: Background in analyzing health policies and their impacts on communities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible work hours
• Continuing education opportunities
• Health and wellness programs

Company Culture

• Collaboration: We promote a culture of collaboration and teamwork to enhance health solutions.
• Commitment to Diversity: Our workplace values diversity and aims to include perspectives from all backgrounds.
• Innovation: Encouraging innovative approaches in public health problem solving.