Job Advert: Substance Use Commissioner / Public Health Specialist
Location: Somerset (Hybrid Working)
Contract: 6 months
Daily Rate: £360/day
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Substance Use Commissioner / Public Health Specialist to join our team on a six-month contract. This role involves working across all three domains of public health: health protection, health improvement, and healthcare public health. You will be crucial in analysing and interpreting data, undertaking needs assessments, and informing effective commissioning to enhance the health and well-being of Somerset's population.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Delivery:
- Commission and/or act as the Council's lead client for public health services.
- Manage major programmes within your area of expertise.
- Deliver major projects and resolve complex casework as required by the Director.
Service Planning and Delivery:
- Shape and recommend Council policy concerning specialist public health activities.
- Influence the Somerset system service planning and delivery in relation to public health priorities.
- Access and utilise information and intelligence systems to support public health improvement across disciplines and organisations.
- Write and/or contribute to national and local policy setting reports on the health of Somerset's population.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
Knowledge:
- Demonstrable knowledge of the statutory, policy, and strategic commissioning framework within which specialist services operate.
- Detailed knowledge of using data and evidence to support policy change and commissioning to improve health and well-being.
Experience:
- Evidence of continuing professional development in public health.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in implementing public health programs and working in partnership across multiple agencies.
- Experience in undertaking clinical and quality audits and challenging poor practice.
- Demonstrable experience in partnership working, influencing, and leading multi-agency projects and initiatives, with a focus on standard setting and whole service commissioning.
Skills:
- Strong understanding and ability to develop and implement effective performance management and quality assurance frameworks.
- Proven track record in operating corporate projects, providing clear policy advice, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Commitment to effective customer and community engagement leading to service redesign and change management.
- Proficiency in using the MS Office suite.