Job Description
The Director of Public Health (DPH) is a statutory Chief Officer post and is the Council's leading expert on public health, contributing to the development of a strategic needs assessment for the local population and accountable for the delivery of the London Borough of Hillingdon's responsibilities for health improvement, health protection and healthcare public health.
Contract: Interim - Start date ASAP
Salary: Competitive
Duration: 3 months + whilst recruiting for a permanent DPH
Flexibility: Ideally full-time, but potential to work 3/4 days per week for the ideal candidate.
We are seeking an exceptional public health leader to step into the role of Interim Director of Public Health. This is a unique opportunity to shape and drive strategic initiatives that promote the health and wellbeing of communities, reduce health inequalities, and ensure effective protection from public health threats.
As the statutory chief officer for public health, you will act as the principal advisor on all health matters to elected members, senior officers, and key partners. You’ll bring strategic leadership across the full breadth of public health: health improvement, health protection, and healthcare public health.
Key Responsibilities:
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