Public Health Officer

Job Description

Join our team as a Public Health Officer in Bloemfontein, where you will play a crucial role in facilitating health education and awareness campaigns. You will be responsible for developing health policies, managing public health initiatives, and assessing community health needs. Your expertise will enable us to improve health service delivery and advocacy in the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead outreach activities aimed at promoting public health education.
• Act as a liaison between the community and governmental health agencies.
• Participate in public health research and contribute to studies.
• Advocate for policies that improve community health standards.
• Develop and distribute educational materials on health topics.
• Assist in budgeting and resource allocation for health programs.
• Facilitate workshops and seminars on health-related subjects.
• Respond to public health emergencies and manage crisis situations.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, or similar
• Master's degree in Public Health preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in public health or healthcare administration

Technical Skills

• Policy Analysis
• Community Engagement

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Critical Thinking

Certifications

• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Sesotho: Proficient

Advantageous

• Advanced data visualization skills: Experience using tools like Tableau or Power BI for data presentation.
• Public health research experience: Background in conducting or supporting public health research projects.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous annual leave and sick leave policies
• Employee assistance programs
• Support for continuous education and training

Company Culture

• Diversity and Inclusion: We embrace diversity and promote inclusivity within our workforce.
• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement in our services and practices.
• Collaboration: Teamwork and collaboration are key values that drive our work.