Project Manager Lifestyle Improvement

Are you passionate about improving population health and reducing health inequalities? Sandwell Council is seeking a dynamic and strategic Lifestyle Improvement Programme Manager to lead the commissioning and delivery of health check services across the borough. This is a high-impact role where you'll shape and implement lifestyle improvement strategies, primarily with regard to mandated NHS Health Checks. You'll work collaboratively with internal departments, NHS partners, voluntary organisations, and community stakeholders to drive measurable improvements in public health outcomes and health check uptake.

This role is paying between £30-£32 per hour, and the successful candidate would be office-based 2 days per week.

The key responsibilities of this role are:

• Lead the commissioning and evaluation of preventative health services.
• Embed MECC across the council and partner organisations.
• Drive the uptake of lifestyle services through strategic communications and engagement.
• Develop and implement borough-wide health improvement strategies.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team and oversee a significant commissioning budget.
• Represent Sandwell at regional and national forums, influencing public health policy.
• Ensure services are evidence-based, cost-effective, and aligned with local needs.
• Promote innovation, user engagement, and continuous service improvement.

In order to be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in public health commissioning, with specific experience working with GP Practices.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to build effective partnerships across sectors and influence at senior levels.
• Knowledge of health improvement frameworks, NICE guidance, and public health legislation.

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