Public Health Programme Officer

Birmingham City Council is looking for a motivated and organised Public Health Programme Officer to join its Food System Team within the Public Health Division. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to work that improves the health and wellbeing of Birmingham's residents, reduces health inequalities and supports the development of a healthier, fairer and more sustainable food system. Working with colleagues and partners across the Council, the NHS, universities, voluntary and community organisations, food businesses and other stakeholders, you will support the delivery of the Birmingham Food System Strategy and action plan. You will contribute to a varied programme of work, including initiatives relating to food insecurity, healthy and sustainable diets, healthier food environments, behaviour change, community food projects and food system literacy. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to innovative national and international projects, including Horizon Europe-funded initiatives such as Bauhaus Bites and REGENSOILL., As a Public Health Programme Officer, you will:

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of public health programmes and projects aligned with the Birmingham Food System Strategy.
• Maintain project plans, action logs, risk registers and programme documentation to support effective delivery.
• Work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to strengthen partnership working and support the Birmingham Food System Partnership and its action groups.
• Undertake research, evidence reviews and data analysis to inform programme development, policy implementation and service improvement.
• Support community engagement, consultation and co-production activities to understand local needs and help develop effective interventions.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and reporting, gathering evidence of progress and impact.
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefings, presentations, consultation responses and communications for a range of audiences.
• Support equality impact considerations and initiatives designed to reduce health inequalities.
• Contribute to grant-funded programmes, commissioning activity and contract monitoring where required.
• Monitor emerging public health policy, research and practice, identifying relevant developments and opportunities.
You will work flexibly with colleagues across the Food System Team, supporting shared priorities and contributing to a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational, analytical and communication skills who can manage competing priorities and work effectively with a wide range of partners.,
• A degree or another relevant equivalent-level qualification.
• Experience in project management, data protection/information governance or supporting change management processes.
• Experience of working with a range of partners and stakeholders to support public health outcomes.
• Experience of producing effective briefings, reports and bid submissions.
• The ability to identify and analyse data and intelligence to inform performance, commissioning, strategy and policy development.
• An understanding of public health priorities, the relevant policy environment and project management principles.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse audiences.
• Effective IT skills and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• A willingness to undertake ongoing professional development.
You should also demonstrate empathy, respect for individual differences and a commitment to improving health and wellbeing for Birmingham's diverse communities.

Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.


• Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund - with generous employer contributions
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement - 30 days, increasing with length of service
• My Rewards Scheme - access to over 800 brands providing discounts and savings
• Health and wellbeing support - independent and confidential employee assistance and counselling
Please upload an up-to-date CV and Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Supporting Statement should outline how you meet the criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy | Birmingham City Council here., In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.