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The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the lives of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this by joining our Public Health - Healthy Places team in the role of Public Health Research and Evaluation Officer.   

In addition, we are in the enviable position of being one of 24 local authorities from across the UK to have a Health Determinant Research Collaboration (HDRC), funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR). Our HDRC is hosted by City of Doncaster Council, in collaboration with our partners at the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University and therefore you will benefit from working alongside the HDRC’s embedded researchers with varying areas  

As Public Health Research and Evaluation Officer, you will undertake research and evaluation activities of existing projects and programmes, working closely with Public Health Theme Leads and HDRC Team. You have the opportunity work alongside local decision makers and council officers to help mould suitable research, evaluation and evidence-based approaches, and develop and deliver project specific research and evaluation frameworks.  

The role would suit someone with research and evaluation experience alongside a relevant qualification and an enthusiasm for working in a public health setting. We can offer you a dynamic and supportive environment in which to develop your skills and experience.   

You should have experience of producing research and evaluation reports, briefings, academic papers and other dissemination activities for a range of audiences.  

Excellent interpersonal skills are also essential. You should be able to independently plan and deliver work with a range of partners from diverse agencies and backgrounds.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to be part of a strong, friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team, all of whom work hard towards developing our evidence informed approaches to decision making, projects and programmes.    

Working for us:    

In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book.   

Please ensure you view the job summary and job profile as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.   

If you require support with completing the application or with interview skills in general, please contact the Advance team via email advanceemploymenthub@doncaster.gov.uk or visit their website  www.advancedoncaster.co.uk for further details.  

Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community where we strive to improve the quality of life for all. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share these commitments. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check.

This post involves working with children/ adults and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check  

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Caroline Temperton, Public Health Lead: Healthy Places. Caroline.temperton@doncaster.gov.uk

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.