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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Public Health Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, epidemiology, and community health initiatives. This role involves developing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs and policies to improve the health and well-being of communities. The Public Health Specialist will work closely with healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations to identify health needs, develop strategies to address those needs, and monitor the effectiveness of interventions. Key responsibilities include conducting research, analyzing data, and providing recommendations based on findings. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, and a commitment to promoting health equity. This position requires a deep understanding of public health principles, as well as the ability to apply those principles in practical, real-world settings. The Public Health Specialist will also be responsible for staying current with public health trends and best practices, and for sharing that knowledge with colleagues and stakeholders. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on public health and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement public health programs and policies.
- Conduct research and analyze data to identify health trends and needs.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of public health interventions.
- Provide recommendations based on research findings.
- Stay current with public health trends and best practices.
- Promote health equity and address health disparities.
- Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.
- Educate the public and stakeholders about public health issues.
- Advocate for public health policies and initiatives.
- Develop and manage budgets for public health programs.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and interns.
- Coordinate public health campaigns and outreach efforts.
- Ensure compliance with public health regulations and standards.
- Participate in emergency preparedness and response activities.
- Conduct community health assessments.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and support to community organizations.
- Evaluate and improve public health education materials.
- Represent the organization at public health meetings and conferences.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master's degree in Public Health or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public health or related field.
- Strong knowledge of public health principles and practices.
- Experience with data analysis and research methods.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Commitment to promoting health equity.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and statistical software.
- Experience with grant writing and management.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Knowledge of public health regulations and standards.
- Experience with community health assessments.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
- Experience with public health education and outreach.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Valid driver's license.
- Fluency in a second language is a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with public health program development and implementation?
- How do you stay current with public health trends and best practices?
- Can you provide an example of a successful public health intervention you have led?
- How do you approach collaboration with diverse stakeholders?
- What strategies do you use to promote health equity?
- Can you describe your experience with data analysis and research methods?
- How do you handle multiple projects and deadlines?
- What is your experience with grant writing and management?
- How do you ensure compliance with public health regulations and standards?
- Can you describe a challenging public health issue you have addressed and how you handled it?
