--- title: "Health Protection Advisor" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2020-03-25" --- # Health Protection Advisor Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Health Protection Advisor to join its public health team, with a focus on managing responses to COVID-19 in the West Midlands region. The role, initially set for a three-month contract starting on 29 March 2020, may extend to six months. Interested candidates should note that applications must be submitted by the deadline of 25 March 2020 at 15:00 hours. This procurement process follows an open method and falls under the health and social work services category. This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses with expertise in health protection, particularly those with a background in public health or nursing. Companies that can demonstrate prior experience in outbreak investigations and have excellent analytical and communication skills will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, service providers capable of flexible resource deployment across the Sandwell area and those able to engage with various stakeholders, including the NHS, will greatly benefit from this procurement process. ## Notice HEALTH PROTECTION ADVISOR Rate of Pay: H38 = ?21.13 per hour to worker Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Based at Jack Judge House, Oldbury Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency - 12 weeks Brief description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary appointment to Sandwell Council as a Health Protection advisor for an initial three-month period with the possibility of extending this to six-months. The post holder will join the public health team to support the response to covid-19 across the Borough. We are looking for a someone with a background in health protection with an education to Masters in Public Health level, or equivalent experience. Individuals with a background in nursing or those having worked in the NHS, Public Health England or a local authority public health team might be suitable for this role. Experience of outbreak investigations is crucial. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert advice to the council and our stakeholders on matters including: outbreak management, infection prevention and control, emergency planning, and responding to emerging and re-emerging threats. The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information. Key experience and skills - At least two years' experience working in health protection - Experience of dealing with external stakeholders including NHS, and voluntary sector - The ability to grasp concepts and translate them into simple and clear messages that are easy to understand. - The post holder will require excellent analytical skills. The ability to identify risks, anticipate issues and create solutions. - Ability to investigate and manage/support a full range of incidents including outbreaks of disease - Leadership and people management - Ability to work with local communities, the private sector and other officers at the highest level in other public bodies - Ability to communicate positively and persuasively to gain support on key issues - Ability to organise workload in the face of conflicting demands and priorities and work effectively under pressure - Ability to work without direct supervision Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. This role may require you to travel across the Borough of Sandwell. If so, a driving licence check, including proof of business insurance and MOT will be required. No DBS is required for this role. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submi... Additional information: Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing Date: Wednesday 25 March 2020 at 15:00 hours and interviews will be held via a Skype conversation Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14ea5d66-3ca5-4a47-b51a-e68907f816be | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Mar 2020 - 28 Jun 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 25 Mar 2020 at 09:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14ea5d66-3ca5-4a47-b51a-e68907f816be ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14ea5d66-3ca5-4a47-b51a-e68907f816be 25th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b2b1099-f9e8-49e0-a73a-02e465b6e3f7.json.