Policy Officer (Public Health)

Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), Department of Public Health The Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking goal-oriented, experienced and dedicated professionals to serve in the following function. Are you the right candidate? Are you interested in actively participating and contributing to improving the health system of St. Maarten? The Department of Public Health is seeking to fill this critical position to successfully execute the various projects aimed at improving the health and wellness of our residents. Who are we? The Department of Public Health is responsible for policy and legislative formulation in line with international conventions and in collaboration with local, regional and international health organizations. The Department supports several platforms that enhance the health sector, coordinates the safety and accessibility of public health services during disasters, and maintains a strong network with healthcare providers and stakeholders. Our priorities are to prevent unhealthy living conditions and promote the overall health of society. What can you expect? The health reform program consists of multiple projects aimed at improving access to quality health care, while designing a financially sustainable reimbursement system. The projects vary from legislative updates on the laws and regulations that currently challenge our health system in guaranteeing continuous access to quality care, to developing and executing projects and activities aimed at improving the lifestyle and wellness of the residents. Main tasks and responsibilities - Monitor and analyze mid-term and long-term social and political developments and consider their implications for policy. - Conduct and analyze qualitative and quantitative research on those developments and make research and policy proposals. - Detect and evaluate bottlenecks in existing policies, formulate policy alternatives and propose policy documents such as reports, strategic action plans and risk assessments. - Identify and evaluate the different internal and external factors that affect relevant policy areas in the organization and ensure the overall coherence of the policy, while developing models, frameworks and tools for implementation, quality assurance and evaluation of policies. - Propose (custom) legislation; design guidelines and systems in response to policy changes, or adapt them. - Consult with relevant agencies and organizations within and outside the organization to carry out policy objectives. - Implement and evaluate relevant policies and advise on complex administrative matters. - Advise stakeholders, the Department Head and the Minister of VSA appropriately. Minimum qualifications and core competencies - Master's degree in Public Policy or a related field; a background in Health Sciences is considered an asset. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Team player who actively engages and maintains stakeholder relationships and collaborations. - Able to collectively design and execute interventions aimed at achieving the Ministry's goals. - Relevant experience with comparable responsibilities and objectives is considered an asset. - Ability to multitask and manage deadlines. - Able to function within a small team, self-sufficient and self-motivated. Compensation Salary ranges from a minimum of Cg 5,298.00 to a maximum of Cg 9,011.00 per month, depending on experience and qualifications. Information For additional information, call +1 721 542-0349, 542-0640, 542-0651 or 542-2026. How to apply Send your CV, motivation letter and copies of your diplomas via the Apply button before 30 September 2026, and mention the job title. Return Caribbean forwards your application to careers@sintmaartengov.org, Fenna.Arnell@sintmaartengov.org and Yolaine.Bruney@sintmaartengov.org. Applications are addressed to the Department Head of Public Health, Ms. Fenna Arnell.