This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) within the Council. The HDRC will boost research capacity and embed a culture of always using evidence when making decisions. The Council has secured 5 year funding from the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR) to establish this new and innovative collaboration, that will carry out research to identify how the Council can improve community health and reduce health inequality.
We are looking for someone who can work strategically across all Council departments, partner organisations and the local community, to embed the findings from the research undertaken by the HDRC. You will be responsible for the design and co-development of appropriate and timely interventions that will change organisational culture and service delivery for the Council, and therefore have experience designing interventions and managing change.
The HDRC will be working with teams across the Council, University of South Wales, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB), third sector partners and the community, and therefore you will need excellent partnership working skills and have the ability to build successful relationships.
You will be responsible for the line management of the teams Community Involvement and Engagement Officer, and therefore need to demonstrate robust management, leadership and interpersonal skills.
This is a great opportunity for you to be part of a new research collaborative and to contribute towards making a difference to citizens in Torfaen. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
We offer flexible working, family friendly policies, a generous pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.
For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Gareth Cooke, Head of HDRC on 07933 885154 or email
gareth.cooke@torfaen.gov.uk.
Torfaen County Borough Council strive to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.
You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.
