Senior Public Health Practitioner - MECC
Public Health Wales
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Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate to join the Health Improvement Division within Public Health Wales as a Senior Public Health Practitioner in the national MECC programme team.
Working with a range of stakeholders at a national, regional and local level, the role will involve supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of the national MECC Programme. The post is a permanent part time 0.6 WTE post.
MECC is an approach to behaviour change that aims to utilise the millions of day to day interactions that organisations and individuals have with members of the public to support them in making positive changes to their physical and mental health and wellbeing. MECC empowers staff working across the health and care system to recognise the role they have in preventing ill health and equips them with the skills and knowledge needed to confidently initiate appropriate and effective behaviour change conversations with the people they meet
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Healthy Settings Team, the postholder will be responsible for co-ordinating the development and implementation of MECC.
This includes establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders including Welsh Government, HEIW, Health Boards and Local Public Health Teams, Local Authorities and the voluntary sector.
With significant experience of working effectively across different sectors and agencies, the postholder will be comfortable working with a broad range of stakeholders across Wales.
This post presents an opportunity to work within a staff structure dedicated to systems-working and a multi-agency approach to health improvement. Within the Health Improvement Division we have a strong focus on evaluation, developing the evidence base, and communicating for improved engagement. All staff within the Division are responsible for developing a shared understanding of the inter-dependencies between topics and settings and supporting colleagues across the Division, organisation and partner agencies.
Specific duties will be agreed with the Principal Public Health Practitioner and Consultant Lead (Healthy NHS Settings Programme) upon appointment.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales. Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Date posted
22 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£44,398 to £50,807 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
028-ACS023-0724
Job locations
To be agreed on appointment
To be agreed on appointment
CF10 4BZ
Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
To be agreed on appointment
To be agreed on appointment
CF10 4BZ
Employer's website
https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
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