The postholder coordinates and delivers specialist public health advice to support local government in driving improvements and reducing health inequalities related to drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. They analyse data and evidence, build strategic relationships across local authorities and the National Health Service, and translate regional priorities into practical delivery plans. The role sits within the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities in London, working closely with regional partners to share best practice and strengthen workforce capability.

What they're looking for

• Experience delivering complex public health or health improvement programmes
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex public health data and evidence
• Skilled in building productive partnerships across organisational boundaries
• Experience translating national or regional priorities into delivery plans

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth citizens with the right to work, EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status, and Turkish nationals under the Ankara Agreement.

Selection process

Applications sifted w/c 12/10/2026. Interviews held w/c 19/10/2026 by video.

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