Job summary
Are you a data analyst who has worked with large and complex datasets to inform policy and practice? Would you like to join an innovative team exploring new ways to produce and communicate impactful information about the health of Wales?
Here in the Observatory and Cancer Analysis Team we are proud of our reputation for combining analytical skills with an understanding of public health. We can offer you a great place to work with a balance of home and office working that suits you; training and development opportunities, flexible working and a supportive, friendly and inclusive environment. This is an exciting time to be working in public health intelligence, as we innovate with data science approaches, support the recovery of the population of Wales from the Covid-19 pandemic, and analyse the impact of the cost of living crisis on health and wellbeing.
The Data, Knowledge and Research Directorate includes teams focused on analysis, data science, evidence finding and knowledge management, research and evaluation, and registries including cancer, child measurement programme, congenital anomalies, suspected suicides and child deaths. The Analysis Team provides intelligence on the population of Wales using a wide range of data on health, wellbeing and its determinants to help inform improvement in population health; ensure that health services align with need; and reduce health inequalities.
Main duties of the job
This post is designed to ensure high-level support to the Head of the Analysis Team. Along with our Principal Analysts, you will also provide leadership, support and guidance for Senior Analysts and Analysts within the team. Working with other team members you will be responsible contributing to and leading the development of public health intelligence products such as reports and dashboards, responding to requests and advising colleagues in other parts of the organisation and beyond regarding health intelligence matters.
For further details or to arrange an informal discussion please contact Mari Jones, Advanced Analyst (mariann.jones2@wales.nhs.uk) For further information on Public Health Wales please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. We play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.
Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. We are an organisation that places ourselves at the heart of supporting people, communities, partners, and the Welsh Government in addressing these major challenges and providing solutions for action.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a senior member of the team, your role will be wide-ranging and demand a broad set of skills. You will be part of our management group, helping to provide day-to-day support and strategic direction for the team, alongside the Principal Analysts and the Head of the Analysis Team. You will lead important projects, and project teams, using an Agile approach. You will negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders and you will apply your technical expertise and public health knowledge to the development of quality-assured analytical products that meet our users needs. You will also take on a technical leadership role for particular datasets or analytical techniques. Crucially, you will support the development of our more junior analysts, through both line management and the provision of in-house training and advice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a senior member of the team, your role will be wide-ranging and demand a broad set of skills. You will be part of our management group, helping to provide day-to-day support and strategic direction for the team, alongside the Principal Analysts and the Head of the Analysis Team. You will lead important projects, and project teams, using an Agile approach. You will negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders and you will apply your technical expertise and public health knowledge to the development of quality-assured analytical products that meet our users needs. You will also take on a technical leadership role for particular datasets or analytical techniques. Crucially, you will support the development of our more junior analysts, through both line management and the provision of in-house training and advice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Master's degree, or equivalent experience, that includes components related to analysis and statistics. This might include, but is not limited to, the following subjects: mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, geo-spatial science, physics, economics, econometrics, chemistry, biology, ecology, psychology, geography or public health
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of utilising large and complex datasets to answer questions
- Delivery of timely, innovative analytical projects with impact, to meet user needs
- Working with project management framework, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, across the whole project lifecycle
- Effective verbal and written communication of complex analytical results and issues to technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience of scoping analytical requests and/or projects
- Identifying, developing and delivering analytical coaching, mentoring and / or training
- Working effectively across organisational and professional boundaries
- Able to understand and interrogate the quality of survey and administrative data to assess whether it is fit for purpose
Desirable
- Experience in utilising large and complex datasets related to population health
- Experience in line management and staff development
- Experience of Agile delivery management
Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge and experience of standard computer software - Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Strong data analysis skills, including interpretation of data
- Knowledge and experience of specialist computer software, such as R, SQL, Statistical or GIS systems, for the production of complex analyses for a range of audiences
- Highly developed skills in the production of effective and compelling data visualisations
- Excellent writing skills including data story-telling
- Able to deliver effective verbal presentation of complex information to technical and non-technical audiences
Desirable
- Working on cloud platforms, particularly Azure
- Use of Git / GitHub or similar
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand and complies with legal and ethical requirements for data privacy, security and confidentiality, such as the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Caldicott principles.
- Knowledge and experience of statistical techniques and procedures, including their application to public health analysis
Desirable
- Knowledge of public health challenges
- Knowledge of the Code of Practice for Official Statistics, or other equivalent quality frameworks
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure on a number of concurrent projects, reacting constructively to changing demands and prioritise work
- Flexible approach and commitment to apply skills in support of clinical/scientific priorities
- Proven track record as a team player
- Enthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skills
- Negotiation and diplomacy skills to work with a wide range of staff
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Good time-keeping
- Respects confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and develop skills
- Willingness to develop and empower colleagues
Desirable
- Ability to work in challenging or difficult circumstances
- Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
- Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with colleagues at all levels
- Flexible approach to work
- Prepared to travel
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Master's degree, or equivalent experience, that includes components related to analysis and statistics. This might include, but is not limited to, the following subjects: mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, geo-spatial science, physics, economics, econometrics, chemistry, biology, ecology, psychology, geography or public health
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of utilising large and complex datasets to answer questions
- Delivery of timely, innovative analytical projects with impact, to meet user needs
- Working with project management framework, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, across the whole project lifecycle
- Effective verbal and written communication of complex analytical results and issues to technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience of scoping analytical requests and/or projects
- Identifying, developing and delivering analytical coaching, mentoring and / or training
- Working effectively across organisational and professional boundaries
- Able to understand and interrogate the quality of survey and administrative data to assess whether it is fit for purpose
Desirable
- Experience in utilising large and complex datasets related to population health
- Experience in line management and staff development
- Experience of Agile delivery management
Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge and experience of standard computer software - Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Strong data analysis skills, including interpretation of data
- Knowledge and experience of specialist computer software, such as R, SQL, Statistical or GIS systems, for the production of complex analyses for a range of audiences
- Highly developed skills in the production of effective and compelling data visualisations
- Excellent writing skills including data story-telling
- Able to deliver effective verbal presentation of complex information to technical and non-technical audiences
Desirable
- Working on cloud platforms, particularly Azure
- Use of Git / GitHub or similar
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand and complies with legal and ethical requirements for data privacy, security and confidentiality, such as the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Caldicott principles.
- Knowledge and experience of statistical techniques and procedures, including their application to public health analysis
Desirable
- Knowledge of public health challenges
- Knowledge of the Code of Practice for Official Statistics, or other equivalent quality frameworks
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure on a number of concurrent projects, reacting constructively to changing demands and prioritise work
- Flexible approach and commitment to apply skills in support of clinical/scientific priorities
- Proven track record as a team player
- Enthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skills
- Negotiation and diplomacy skills to work with a wide range of staff
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Good time-keeping
- Respects confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and develop skills
- Willingness to develop and empower colleagues
Desirable
- Ability to work in challenging or difficult circumstances
- Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
- Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with colleagues at all levels
- Flexible approach to work
- Prepared to travel
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
