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  • Public health systems require adaptable competencies to address evolving health challenges.
  • Aligning training programs with employer needs is crucial for effective public health practice.

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  • To assess the alignment between public health training competencies and employer-required skills.
  • To identify specific competency gaps in the public health workforce.

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  • An online survey was administered to Israeli public health managers (n=49, 37.6% response rate).
  • The survey utilized a framework based on WHO-ASPHER competencies and Essential Public Health Operations.
  • Competencies and core organizational operations were assessed.

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  • Significant deficiencies were identified in Advocacy Communication and Social Mobilization competencies.
  • Collaboration, Partnership, Leadership, and Systems Thinking were frequently reported as insufficient.
  • Organizational Literacy and Adaptability were deficient in governmental offices, with impact increasing with expertise.

Conclusions:

  • A critical need exists for public health professionals to develop diverse and innovative competencies.
  • Training programs must evolve to equip professionals for current and future public health threats.
  • Addressing identified competency gaps is essential for strengthening public health infrastructure.