Public health manager or director - job market

As a public health manager or director, sometimes called a health improvement practitioner or public health adviser, you’ll use your research and communication skills to help people adopt healthier lifestyles or improve health policies. Read on to find out what working in this role is like.

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Who are the top employers of public health managers and directors?

A large number of public health roles are found in the NHS across the UK.

However, you may also be employed by:
  • Private hospitals and medical practices
  • Charities and non-profits
  • Community health centres
  • Local authorities
  • National health agencies and bodies
  • Schools, colleges and universities
  • Sporting bodies
  • Internal health and wellbeing departments in larger organisations
  • International health organisations e.g., WHO
  • Prisons

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