Project Coordinator

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change.

As a Project Coordinator for the Healthy Behaviours in the Working Age and Older People Team, you'll see the direct impact of your work on the health and wellbeing of Suffolk residents.

Join us and help shape healthier futures by supporting innovative projects that reduce health inequalities and improve access to vital services.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Project Coordinator within our Healthy Behaviours Team, you will play a key role in helping Suffolk residents live healthier lives by improving access to the NHS Health Check programme for those who stand to benefit most. Working closely with communities, partners and healthcare providers, you will use data and local intelligence to identify under-served groups and areas where engagement can be strengthened. You will help design and deliver tailored approaches that break down barriers to participation, build trust and improve health outcomes.

From supporting targeted approaches to identify people at higher risk of developing health conditions, to evaluating impact and sharing best practice across the system, you will contribute to meaningful, evidence-led work that reduces health inequalities and ensures preventative services reach those at greatest risk. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference while working collaboratively across Suffolk's public health system to create lasting, sustainable improvement.

You will need

We're looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for Suffolk residents and enjoys working collaboratively with others.

We hope you'll bring:

• experience of supporting, coordinating or delivering projects and initiatives
• strong communication skills and the confidence to build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• experience of using data and information to identify needs, monitor progress and inform decision-making
• the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines
• good problem-solving skills and an evidence-based approach to your work
• an understanding of partnership working and co-producing solutions with colleagues and communities.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile, which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.
If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

The Healthy Behaviours Team is part of Suffolk County Council's Public Health, Communities and Public Safety Directorate. Our ambition is simple: Healthier People, Healthier Places and Healthier Futures.

We work alongside partners across the Suffolk system to improve health and wellbeing, reduce inequalities and ensure people have access to the support they need to live healthier lives.

Our team is collaborative, supportive and driven by evidence. We value innovation, partnership working and learning from one another. We use data, local knowledge and community insight to shape our work and continually look for new ways to improve outcomes.
This role supports hybrid working, with a mix of home and office-based working. Opportunities to work from different Council buildings are also available.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report .

For more information

Please contact Adam Baker (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can contact him by either calling View phone number on suffolkjobsdirect.org or emailing View email address on suffolkjobsdirect.org

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word) .

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP.

You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word) .

Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page .

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team by emailing View email address on suffolkjobsdirect.org or calling View phone number on suffolkjobsdirect.org . You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages .

Closing date: 11.30pm, 21 August 2026.

Interview date: 4 September 2026.

Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .