Join our Team
At the African Health Policy Network (AHPN), our work starts and ends with community. We exist to tackle health inequalities and amplify the voices of African and Caribbean communities across the UK, ensuring lived experience shapes policy, services, and systems.
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We believe real change happens when passionate people come together. Whether you’re a public health student, researcher, bid writer, consultant, or someone committed to social justice, there are opportunities here to contribute to meaningful, community-led work.
If you care about health equity, fairness, and turning evidence into action, we’d love to work with you. Explore our current opportunities and be part of building healthier, more empowered communities.
Assistant Bid Writer (Commission-Based)
We’re looking for a motivated Assistant Bid Writer to help AHPN secure funding to tackle health inequalities affecting Black communities across the UK.
This flexible, commission-based role is ideal for someone with strong writing skills, an eye for funding opportunities and a passion for social impact.
You’ll support us to:
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Identify suitable grants and funding opportunities
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Draft compelling funding applications
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Align bids with our strategic priorities
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Secure sustainable funding to grow our impact
Ideal candidate:
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Experience in bid writing or fundraising
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Strong written communication skills
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Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively
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Interest in health equity and community-led work
Commission paid on successful bids secured.
Remote and Flexible hours.
Email us at info@ahpn.org.uk for more information.
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Public Health Intern
Remote / London-based opportunities
Part-time | Flexible | 3-6 months
Are you completing a Masters in Public Health and looking to apply your research and writing skills to real-world impact?
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African Health Policy Network (AHPN) is offering internship opportunities for motivated Public Health postgraduate students who are passionate about tackling health inequalities and shaping policy change.
AHPN is a Black-led organisation working to improve health outcomes for African and Caribbean communities across the UK. We lead programmes in HIV prevention and testing, Ro Blood, Windrush, cultural competency, patient advocacy, research, and community engagement.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Contributing to funding proposals and project reports
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Supporting monitoring & evaluation frameworks
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Assisting with policy briefings and consultation responses
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Helping translate research into accessible community-facing resources
You will contribute to work that informs national strategies and influences health systems.
We’re Looking For
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Current or recent Public Health Master’s student
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Strong research, analysis and academic writing skills
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Understanding of health inequalities and social determinants of health
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Interest in community-led and culturally competent public health
Experience in HIV, sexual health, health policy or community engagement is a bonus but not essential.
What You’ll Gain
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Real-world experience in policy-influencing public health work
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Exposure to national health strategy development
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Mentorship and practical insight into the voluntary and policy sector
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A strong portfolio of applied research outputs
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Reference upon successful completion
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short statement (max 300 words) explaining why you’re interested in public health equity and working with AHPN to info@ahpn.org.uk.