Public Health Projects Officer Internship

TL;DR

Public Health Projects Officer Internship (Public Health): Contributing to the development and implementation of evidence-based health policies and strategies with an accent on population health improvement and health inequalities. Focus on analyzing quantitative and qualitative health data, managing public health projects, and disseminating key health messages to local populations.

Location: Hybrid (Romford, United Kingdom)

Salary: £31,611 – £33,987 per annum

Company

The hirify.global is a local government authority focused on improving the health and wellbeing of its residents through community-led initiatives and evidence-based policy.

What you will do

• Develop and implement evidence-based public health policies and strategies at a local level.
• Collaborate with various agencies and stakeholders to build public health capacity and capability.
• Collate and interpret quantitative and qualitative data regarding local population health needs.
• Communicate and disseminate key health messages to improve population health and safety.
• Empower community residents to identify health needs and increase healthy behaviors.
• Provide information and advice on prevention and risks to population wellbeing.

Requirements

• Ability to interpret health needs assessments, strategies, and policies.
• Experience in critically appraising and collating evidence of best practice.
• Proficiency in analyzing qualitative and quantitative health data.
• Strong project management skills and ability to handle competing priorities.
• Competence in delivering verbal presentations and written reports to diverse audiences.
• Must be based in the UK to support hybrid work in Romford.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to gain experience across all aspects of public health.
• Professional development aligned with the UKPHR code of practice.
• Inclusive work environment emphasizing diversity and merit-based recruitment.
• Located in a hub for start-ups with high concentrations of green space and excellent transport links.
• 12-month fixed term contract providing a structured pathway into a public health career.