Public Health Specialist

Job Description

As a Public Health Specialist, you will be responsible for conducting health assessments, planning public health projects, and evaluating their effectiveness. Your expertise will support our mission to empower communities through health education and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead health research studies to evaluate community health initiatives.
• Engage with community leaders to promote health empowerment.
• Utilize health statistics to inform program design and implementation.
• Assist in the development of health education campaigns.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to align goals and strategies.
• Drive community engagement through health fairs and public forums.
• Continuously monitor and assess health legislation impacts on the community.

Requirements

Education

• MPH (Master of Public Health) preferred
• BSc in Public Health or equivalent strongly considered

Experience

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in community health.

Technical Skills

• Public Health Policy
• Survey Design

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical Thinking

Certifications

• Public Health Certification Board (PHCB)
• Health Educator Certificate (HEC)

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Zulu: Conversational

Advantageous

• Familiarity with health informatics tools: Experience with software tools that analyze health data.
• Strong networking ability with key health agencies: Demonstrated ability to create collaborative health networks.

Benefits

• Medical aid with comprehensive coverage
• Generous leave policies
• Funding for professional courses and conferences
• Supportive team environment

Company Culture

• Empowerment: We empower our staff to take initiative and lead public health projects.
• Diversity and Inclusion: An inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to continuous improvement through feedback and professional growth.