Sustaining success: aligning the public health workforce in South-Eastern Europe with strategic public health priorities

Vesna Bjegovic-Mikanovic (), Milena Santric-Milicevic, Anna Cichowska, Martin Krayer Krauss, Galina Perfilieva, Boris Rebac, Ingrid Zuleta-Marin, Marjolein Dieleman and Prisca Zwanikken
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Vesna Bjegovic-Mikanovic: University of Belgrade
Milena Santric-Milicevic: University of Belgrade
Anna Cichowska: WHO Regional Office for Europe
Martin Krayer Krauss: WHO Regional Office for Europe
Galina Perfilieva: WHO Regional Office for Europe
Boris Rebac: WHO Country Office
Ingrid Zuleta-Marin: Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
Marjolein Dieleman: Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
Prisca Zwanikken: Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)

International Journal of Public Health, 2018, vol. 63, issue 5, No 12, 662 pages

Abstract: Abstract Objectives To map out the Public Health Workforce (PHW) involved in successful public health interventions. Methods We did a pilot assessment of human resources involved in successful interventions addressing public health challenges in the countries of South-Eastern Europe (SEE). High-level representatives of eight countries reported about success stories through the coaching by experts. During synthesizing qualitative data, experts applied triangulation by contacting additional sources of evidence and used the framework method in data analysis. Results SEE countries tailored public health priorities towards social determinants, health equalities, and prevention of non-communicable diseases. A variety of organizations participated in achieving public health success. The same applies to the wide array of professions involved in the delivery of Essential Public Health Operations (EPHOs). Key enablers of the successful work of PHW were staff capacities, competences, interdisciplinary networking, productivity, and funding. Conclusions Despite diversity across countries, successful public health interventions have similar ingredients. Although PHW is aligned with the specific public health success, a productive interface between health and other sectors is crucial for rolling-out successful interventions.

Keywords: Public health workforce; Essential public health operations; South-Eastern Europe (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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