Sexual Health Economist

The London Sexual Health Programme (LSHP) is seeking a Health Economist to lead the development of cross-charging systems for sexual health services across London. LSHP is a collaboration of London boroughs focused on improving sexual and reproductive health through education, prevention, and treatment.

• Objective: Spearhead cross-charging systems across London sexual health services.
• About LSHP: A collaboration of London boroughs working with various stakeholders to enhance sexual and reproductive health.
• History: Since 2013, LSHP has been commissioning sexual health services, transforming the service model to improve outcomes and value.
• Current Work: Managing contracts with NHS providers, overseeing SHL.UK (an e-service for remote sexual health services), and leading procurement and cross-charging arrangements.
• Responsibilities: Economic modelling, oversight of remuneration and cross-charging systems, and contributing to the procurement of sexual health services.

This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the sexual health landscape in London.

The role:

• Develop models to predict future costs and outcomes of clinical interventions.
• Determine cost-effectiveness, savings, and value for money of clinic system transformation and SHL service.
• Assess the value for money of treatments by comparing costs and health outcomes.
• Verify economic modelling of new tariffs and currencies.
• Forecast financial implications of changing or adding new tariffs.
• Evaluate the economic impact of health policies, clinical guidelines, and regulations.
• Apply appropriate analytical techniques to deliver desired outcomes.
• Lead quality assurance of data analytics and identify anomalies.
• Streamline data capture and support agile delivery.
• Maintain programme initiation documents and monitor progress.
• Provide monthly reports and proposals against implementation plans.
• Understand stakeholder perceptions to build evidence for health technologies.
• Ensure the validity and reliability of studies and analyses.
• Adhere to the Information Governance Framework and ensure data safety.
• Develop written outputs as required.
• Lead project delivery with clear communication and high-quality results.
• Ensure data quality in procurement documentation.
• Promote an inclusive working environment and uphold equality.
• Influence service commissioning to eliminate social and cultural inequalities.
• Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in development activities, including protocol review and training.
• Assist senior management with pipeline management and resource planning

What you'll need to succeed:

Knowledge, Training, and ExperienceEssential:

• M.Sc. in Economics/Health Economics or equivalent.
• Excel budget models, Visual Basic proficiency.
• Data presentation and analysis skills.

Desirable:

• Continuing professional development.
• Qualitative and quantitative research experience.
• Knowledge of STATA.

Communication SkillsEssential:

• Stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Handle complex information, build partnerships.
• Effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.

Analytical Skills

• Health economic models proficiency.
• Knowledge of Local Authorities' financial structures.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Alternative decision frameworks knowledge.
• Real-world data and mixed methods evaluations.
• Evaluation methodologies for medical devices.

Values & Behaviours

• Dynamic, flexible, and innovative.
• Commitment to confidentiality and quality.
• Team player.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration.

Planning & Organisational Skills

• High-quality proposals and reports.
• Project management and organisational skills.
• Independent work and creative problem-solving.
• Resource management.

AutonomyEssential:

• Manage the workload and make decisions independently.
• Promote equality and good working relations.

What you'll get in return
A competitive daily rate of £600. This is an organisation that highly values its employee wellbeing and has an excellent hybrid and flexible policy. This is a part-time role where you will be working on a high-profile project with the ability to make a real difference to Sexual Health in London.
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