Communications and Engagement Lead; Public Health

Position: Communications and Engagement Lead (Public Health)
Overview Communications and Engagement Lead (Public Health) – Liverpool City Council. We are looking for a talented and passionate communications and engagement professional to lead strategic communications and engagement activities that support our public health department. The Public Health Communications and Engagement Lead will be a key part of the Communications Team and will support the delivery of public health priorities through strategic communications and inclusive engagement. The role is focused on improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities by ensuring public health messages are accessible, evidence-based, and resonate with Liverpool’s diverse communities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in stakeholder engagement, campaign delivery, and media relations, with a strong understanding of public health and behaviour change principles. You will work across a variety of communication channels and collaborate with partners across Liverpool, such as the NHS, Voluntary, Community and Faith (VCF) organisations, businesses, and other public sector partners to align messaging and maximise reach.Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications and engagement activities that support the public health department.
• Coordinate and deliver campaigns that improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities.
• Engage with stakeholders across NHS, VCF organisations, businesses, and public sector partners to align messaging and maximise reach.
• Ensure messages are accessible, evidence-based, and resonate with diverse communities.
• Collaborate with the Communications Team to support delivery of public health priorities.

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in stakeholder engagement, campaign delivery, and media relations.
• Strong understanding of public health and behaviour change principles.

Our offer

• At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme

Next stepsClosing date: midnight on Monday 8 September 2025 Interview format: face-to-face We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Edna Boampong, Director of Communications and Engagement, via ha Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.

Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad. Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship. Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa before applying. This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances. Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level Employment type:

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