THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 4 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST. A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive personal assistant /project support officer to join an innovative and dynamic team in the Policy & International Health Directorate within Public Health Wales. The successful candidate will be required to provide comprehensive and confidential PA and project support to the Consultant Lead in International Health and the wider International Health Team. The post holder is required to communicate and liaise with other directorates, divisions and stakeholders, both internally and externally and will be required to produce work to deadlines whilst ensuring compliance with Public Health Wales policies. In return, we offer great benefits including hybrid and flexible working, a fantastic NHS pension, excellent annual leave, cycle to work and car lease schemes, childcare voucher schemes, plus many more. Public Health Wales works to achieve a healthier future for the people in Wales. If you are enthusiastic and motivated and want to make a difference to the people in Wales, then this is an exciting opportunity for you to join our highly talented, cross-functional, dynamic and friendly team. This is a key role in the effective running of a fast-paced team with lots of opportunities for development and working with international colleagues. Knowledge and experience in a range of personal assistant and office responsibilities, including; diary management, high level PA support and inbox management. Prioritise and summarise e-mails and reports drafting responses on behalf of designated individual(s) when required. Provide comprehensive project support to the team ensuring communication between directorates, divisions and stakeholdersWe are Public Health Wales – the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is ‘working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations. Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis. To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/ For guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/ For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Elena Wood Job title: Business Manager Email address: elena.woodwales.nhs.uk Telephone number: 02920227744