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Public Health Programme Lead – Sexual Health (Population Health, Prevention & Strategy)
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours
Contract: Permanent
Salary: BR14 (£50,867 - £54,584)
Location: Bromley Civic Centre
Job Summary
Are you passionate about improving population health and reducing inequalities?
Join Bromley's ambitious and forward-thinking Public Health Team as our Public Health Programme Lead – Sexual Health, a key role that will shape the future of sexual health prevention, strategy and partnership working across the borough.
Why this role?
Lead Strategic Improvement
Drive the development and delivery of Bromley's sexual health priorities, helping to improve outcomes, reduce inequalities and strengthen prevention across the life course.
Influence System-Wide Change
Work with partners across Bromley, South East London and London-wide networks to develop innovative, evidence-based approaches to sexual health improvement.
Make a Real Impact on Population Health
Use public health intelligence, needs assessments and population insights to identify priorities and improve services for residents, particularly those experiencing the greatest health inequalities.
Work in a Collaborative Environment
Partner with NHS organisations, voluntary sector agencies, community groups, commissioners and wider local authority services to deliver joined-up solutions.
Main Duties of the Job
What you'll do
Lead Strategy and Programme Delivery
Lead the delivery of local sexual health strategies and programmes, ensuring they are informed by evidence, data and best practice.
Build Strong Partnerships
Coordinate multi-agency partnerships across health, local government and voluntary sector organisations to strengthen prevention and improve outcomes.
Reduce Health Inequalities
Identify priority populations and develop targeted approaches to reach underserved and high-need communities.
Support Commissioning and Quality Improvement
Provide public health expertise to commissioning, mobilisation and contract monitoring activities, ensuring services remain responsive to local need.
Use Evidence to Drive Improvement
Apply epidemiological analysis, needs assessments and public health evidence to shape future service development and identify opportunities for innovation.
Provide Leadership and Expertise
Support colleagues and stakeholders through effective leadership, project management, facilitation and partnership working.
About You
You are an experienced public health professional with a strong understanding of sexual health, prevention and population health improvement. You are motivated by improving outcomes for residents and can work effectively across complex systems and partnerships.
We are looking for someone who is:
Strategic and Evidence-Led
Able to translate data, evidence and intelligence into effective programmes and service improvements.
Collaborative and Influential
Experienced in building partnerships and engaging a wide range of stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
An Effective Communicator
Confident in presenting complex information, influencing decision-making and facilitating productive discussions.
Organised and Adaptable
Able to manage multiple priorities and projects within a fast-paced environment.
Committed to Tackling Health Inequalities
Dedicated to improving outcomes for vulnerable and underserved communities.
About Us
Bromley is London's largest borough and offers an exciting opportunity to work in a highly regarded Public Health Team committed to improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities.
We work collaboratively across the Council, the NHS, community organisations and regional partners to deliver evidence-based public health programmes that make a measurable difference to residents' lives.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to lead high-profile sexual health and prevention programmes.
- A supportive and collaborative Public Health Team.
- Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
- Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.
The chance to make a lasting impact on population health across Bromley.
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Person Specification
Essential Experience
- Recent significant experience in public health programmes, strategy or service development relating to sexual health.
- Experience of developing and influencing policy or strategic decision-making.
- Experience of working within multi-agency partnerships.
- Experience of working within or alongside Local Authority Public Health services.
Essential Qualifications
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
Evidence of continued professional development, relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent training/experience.
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Our Values
We are committed to equality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our REAL Values and Behaviours framework underpins how we work with each other and with our communities.
Closing date: 24th August 2026
Interviews: Week of 7th September 2026 in person at Bromley Civic Centre
For further information, please contact: [email protected]
Applications will be assessed based on the criteria set out in the Job Description and Person Specification, which can be found here.
We are forces family friendly and are part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (Bronze Award). We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and as a disability confident committed employer we encourage applications from people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we will consider reasonable adjustment to support disability employment.
We offer a generous package including competitive pay, career average pension scheme, flexible working practices and the Bromley employee benefits scheme; Cycle2Work, Salary Sacrifice Lease Car, Technology Scheme, GymFlex and a wide range of local and national discounts.
Please note that we do not accept CV submissions from permanent recruitment agencies. If you are a candidate and would like to contact the Recruitment Team regarding the application process, please email [email protected].
