Public Health Specialist

Job Description

Join our team as a Public Health Specialist, where you will directly impact health policies and programs aimed at enhancing public health. You will utilize your expertise in epidemiology, health education, and community outreach to drive initiatives that promote health equity and address social determinants of health.

Responsibilities

• Design educational materials tailored to community health needs.
• Work with the marketing team to promote public health campaigns.
• Engage with media outlets to raise awareness about health programs.
• Facilitate focus groups to gather feedback on health services.
• Support research projects that enhance public health knowledge.
• Provide guidance on health regulations and compliance for local organizations.
• Hold regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss ongoing health issues and solutions.

Requirements

Education

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

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in public health program management

Technical Skills

• Program Management
• Community Outreach
• Grant Writing

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Negotiation

Certifications

• Certified Public Health (CPH)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Zulu: Conversational

Advantageous

• Experience with community health assessments: Knowledge of conducting assessments to identify community health needs.
• Bilingual in English and Zulu: Capability to communicate effectively in both languages to better serve diverse communities.

Benefits

• Extensive health benefits including wellness programs
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Flexible schedules with the option of remote work
• Training and further education support

Company Culture

• Professional Growth: We support opportunities for continued education and career advancement.
• Team Collaboration: Teams work together towards achieving public health goals with shared commitment.
• Work-Life Balance: We encourage a healthy work-life balance to maintain employee well-being.