Job Introduction
This opportunity is currently being offered on a fixed term contract basis of 18 months; however, if budgets allow the contract length may be extended and/or become permanent, though this is not guaranteed. If an internal council employee wishes to apply for this role, a secondment opportunity may be considered (please state this on your application).
Do you have exceptional engagement skills and influencing abilities? Are you a highly organised and motivated individual with strong administration skills?
This role works across the life course supporting Oral Health projects and links to other workstreams of Public Health.
The Public Health Coordinator role will be responsible for coordinating oral health related projects to support Medway’s Oral Health Strategy.
Contribute to the delivery of evidence-based projects to improve health and wellbeing in Medway by supporting the achievement of local and national targets and strategies relating to Public Health.
To work in the context of Medway’s ‘Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy’ and the Public Health Outcomes Framework to reduce health inequalities.
Provide effective project support to enable the successful development and delivery of public health projects and initiatives, working as part of a team to support the whole department and providing cover when needed.
The role will involve liaising with service users and system partners in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council.
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Albert Akhidenor on albert.akhidenor@medway.gov.uk
Interviews are due to take place on the 28 July 2025 (subject to change)
Public Health are seeking a Public Health Project Coordinator to join the team at level B. This level attracts a salary that is mid-point of the range. You will have related experience and be able to demonstrate applied and developed knowledge, experience and skills to be effective in this role. All elements of level A and B listed within the person specification are essential. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.
Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.
When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.
The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:
Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.
Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.
Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
Important Information-
Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile
For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
