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WORKFORCE

Director of Public Health

£115,000

Innovation, aspiration and determination - these are the qualities that the city of Hull has, can you match them?

Working with our partners in the city, Hull City Council is seeking to appoint an exceptional Director of Public Health to provide strategic direction and momentum for change in a range of Council services, and will be accountable for all statutory public health functions for our population of over 256,000.

The post will play a key role on Hull's Health and Wellbeing Board, shaping the strategic decisions affecting the health of the city and local communities, aspiring to improve health and well-being outcomes for the people of Hull.

Aiming to be a health and social care pioneer, Hull's commitment to partnership working with voluntary agencies, health services and clinical commissioning groups is unambiguous and you will have a clear vision of success, a passion for signifi cant challenges, and a track record of delivering lasting results.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please telephone Darryl Stephenson, Chief Executive on 01482 616322, or Trish Dalby, Corporate Director City Services, Hull City Council, on 01482 615000.

Applications and more information available via this link

Closing date: 18 July 2013.

Shortlisting: 24 July 2013.

Interview date: 29 July 2013.

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