About the role and our team

We are seeking a passionate and innovative individual to provide strategic leadership and guidance to protect and improve the health of the Isle of Man.

As Director of Public Health you will hold a vital role developing, shaping and assuring the health protection function to improve the health and wellbeing of the Island’s population and will provide public health and clinical advice across government.

Public Heath Isle of Man is separate to the UK’s Public Health systems however the Directorate does work closely with UK organisations and other Crown Dependencies giving you a unique opportunity to build strong relationships and develop the service.

To be successful in this role, you will be required to bring strong leadership skills and your knowledge and experience to lead the Directorate and its staff to achieve its objectives.

If you think you could be the right person for this role, we’d love to hear from you.

Join our virtual event to learn more about this vital role.

Join the Chief Executive, Caldric Randall, and the Interim Director of Public Health, Hugo Van Woerden to learn more about this important role in the Isle of Man. You’ll hear more about the Isle of Man and the expectations and challenges that come with this exciting role. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session.

Date: 20 February 2023
Time: 15:30 GMT
​​​​​​​Teams Link: https://bit.ly/3DQKJex 
                  Meeting ID: 368 612 399 779
                  Passcode: aFWWxk

You are not required to book for this event, please just join on the day.

If you’re interested in the position, we understand you may wish to remain anonymous for the event. To do so, please name yourself as ‘guest’ when joining the Teams meeting and to ask any questions via message.

If you have any queries about the event, please contact katrina.buttery@gov.im

What can this role offer me?

If working flexibly is important to you, you’ll be happy to know we operate a flexi-time system making it easier to reclaim any additional hours worked and to fit your other commitments around your work life.

To find out more about the benefits you can enjoy by working with us, download our benefits guide from the bottom of the advert.

About the Island and relocating

Here you can enjoy a fantastic quality of life, and an excellent work-life balance! There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities; so if you like walking, mountain biking, sailing or kayaking, you’ll have lots of places to explore!

There are also lots of great cafes, bars and restaurants, and you can enjoy the Island’s real sense of community. The island is well connected to the UK, and you’ll also benefit from low income tax rates (20% maximum rate).

If you are relocating or returning to the Island, you can also benefit from the National Insurance Holiday Scheme, which allows you to apply for a refund on your NI contributions for your 1^st year of living here. To see how this scheme could benefit you, and to find out more about relocating to the Isle of Man, visit www.locate.im.

A relocation package of up to £10,000 based on receipts is available for this role. 

How to find out more and apply

For more information please see the attached job profile alternatively contact Caldric Randall on 01624 685707.

Applications for this post will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. You’ll need to upload your latest CV to your application, and we recommend that you also include a cover letter that explains your motivations for applying, and that demonstrates your suitability for this post. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.

Additional information

Please note an enhanced police check is required for this post, which the Department will cover the cost of for you. Please note if you have lived for more than 6 months outside of the UK in the last 5 years, you will be required to obtain a Letter of Good Standing from the appropriate authorities in the relevant locations.