Overview
Health Economist - Inside IR35
We are seeking a qualified and analytically rigorous Economist to support the evaluation of prevention and public health interventions through robust cost-benefit analysis (CBA). This role will focus on quantifying the economic and social benefits of prevention interventions for local residents. The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in economics, experience with applied policy analysis, and a deep interest in health equity and public value. This is a fast-paced, impact-focused role suited to a proactive and independent consultant who can hit the ground running.
Responsibilities
* Lead economic evaluations, including cost-benefit analysis and cost effectiveness of specific interventions
* Quantify and monetise health and social outcomes using established economic evaluation techniques
* Gather, clean and analyse data related to health, demographics, social outcomes and service use
* Develop logic models and impact pathways to understand causal links between interventions and outcomes
* Work closely with colleagues at the council to ensure interdisciplinary coherence
* Produce reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
* Support stakeholders' engagement by translating complex economic evidence into compelling insights
Essential requirements
* Postgraduate degree in Economics, Health economics, Public Policy, or related field
* Experience in conducting cost-benefit analyses, preferably in the health and social policy domain
* Strong quantitative and data analysis skills
Desirable
* Knowledge of public health metrics, e.g. QALY
* Experience working within or alongside local or national government, NHS, Public health bodies
* Understanding equity weighing and methods to assess social impact
Application process
Please submit a CV and Cover letter detailing your experience with economic evaluation
Rate of Pay
* Umbrella: £500 per day
Location
Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4JF
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