Job summary
Planned short listing is on the 18/09/2024 and
interviews on the 26/09/2024.
Are you curious, and do you want to make a difference?
This is an opportunity for someone with strong analytical
skills and an interest in applying them to data to solve real life problems.
This role will support driving service improvements forward preventing
cardiovascular disease including strokes. You will be asking questions to
evaluate the impact of four projects on the health and population of West
Yorkshire.
The role is funded by the improving population health
function, part of the strategy and partnerships directorate and will be hosted
in the health and care evaluation service (HaCES) in the Leeds Office of Data
Analytics (ODA). It will focus on the delivery of evaluations for four
projects:
T2Day
(Type 2 Diabetes in The Young);
Minuteful
Kidney;
AF
(Atrial Fibrillation) Way;
Hyper
Acute Stroke Unit (HASU).
You will be using data taken from linked data sets,
surveys and focus groups to understand the successes and challenges of each of
these programmes.
Working in HaCES in the ODA you will be supported to
develop and implement evaluation methods and deliver one or more rounds of
evaluation.
The successful candidate will need to have an enquiring
mind, strong analytical skills and be able to plan, manage multiple projects to
a high standard.
We may close the application early if we receive a large
number of applications.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to deliver four
evaluations over 18 months:
T2Day:
supporting patients aged 18- 39 who have a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.
Minuteful
Kidney: implementing Healthy.ios home kidney albumin and creatinine ratio test
AFWay:
improved case finding, diagnosis and treatment for those living with atrial
fibrillation and prescribed direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC)
HASU:
improving the delivery of Hyper-Acute Stroke service.
For each of these you will be expected to:
Develop
an evaluation approach and project plan;
Develop
methods to collect the data required;
Analyse
the data collected;
Deliver
evaluation outputs such as reports and presentations to communicate findings
and recommendations.
The role will work closely with other analysts in the
HaCE service and use well established project management approaches to deliver
evaluations and support the development of the HaCE Service including new and
novel methods and approaches.
You will have a close working relationship with the West
Yorkshire Improving Population Health team, providing guidance, insight and
recommendations to improve the programmes they manage, helping to develop their
skills to ensure evaluation methodologies are used in future programmes of
work.
Stakeholder engagement will be required as part of the
role to ensure the post holder is engaging with all relevant stakeholders, to
capture all information/learning required.
About us
NHS
West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing
inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of
the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations,
local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social
enterprise organisations.
We
are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity,
viewing it as a key strength aligned with our mission and values. We believe
diverse ideas and backgrounds enhance creativity and improve patient outcomes.
We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where
contributions are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and colleagues can reach
their full potential. We welcome applications from all areas of the community,
who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected
characteristics.
We operate a Carer friendly working environment, encouraging
Carers to self-identify themselves and offer a working Carer passport.As a Mindful Employer, we are positive and
enabling towards all employees and job applicants with a mental health
condition.As a Disability
Confident Employer, wecommit to shortlisting suitable
applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us
of any adjustments you may require.
We reserve the right to
close this job advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will be responsible for gathering and analysing evidence and
presenting this in the form of evaluation, with the aim of providing complex
intelligence to the local system to ensure effective commissioning, delivery
of services, and the best use of resources. The candidate will be required to
plan, develop and mobilise evaluations in line with programme requirements
and then assess and appraise evidence gathered through systematic methods and
engagement techniques. They will also have responsibility for reporting and
communicating the findings from all the available evidence to show what, if
any, progress has been made towards the achievement of pre-determined
outcomes. They will also be required to collate and analyse data to produce
intelligent information which informs decision making, performance monitoring
and planning.
The
role will require an innovative approach to analytics, and working in
collaboration with stakeholders including programme and clinical leads,
commissioners and delivery partners.
You will also be expected to use story telling approaches to influence
people accessing the services and key decision makers.
The
post holder will have experience of using at least one of qualitative,
quantitative and health economic approaches and a wide knowledge of research
methods and principles used in the evaluation of local services and
interventions to establish evidence of effectiveness.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
04/09/2024
Planned Interview
Date
13/09/2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will be responsible for gathering and analysing evidence and
presenting this in the form of evaluation, with the aim of providing complex
intelligence to the local system to ensure effective commissioning, delivery
of services, and the best use of resources. The candidate will be required to
plan, develop and mobilise evaluations in line with programme requirements
and then assess and appraise evidence gathered through systematic methods and
engagement techniques. They will also have responsibility for reporting and
communicating the findings from all the available evidence to show what, if
any, progress has been made towards the achievement of pre-determined
outcomes. They will also be required to collate and analyse data to produce
intelligent information which informs decision making, performance monitoring
and planning.
The
role will require an innovative approach to analytics, and working in
collaboration with stakeholders including programme and clinical leads,
commissioners and delivery partners.
You will also be expected to use story telling approaches to influence
people accessing the services and key decision makers.
The
post holder will have experience of using at least one of qualitative,
quantitative and health economic approaches and a wide knowledge of research
methods and principles used in the evaluation of local services and
interventions to establish evidence of effectiveness.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
04/09/2024
Planned Interview
Date
13/09/2024
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A range of research and evaluation methodologies
- Use of at least one of qualitative, quantitative or economic analytical techniques
- Producing and communicating evaluations of services to a range of audiences.
- Aware of the aims and responsibilities of ICBs.
- Knowledge and understand of information governance and operating within UKGDPR.
Desirable
- Structured Query Language, R or other languages
- Experience of developing surveys and using Nvivo for analysis
- Understanding the principles of Health Economics
- Understanding of individual data items within systems used by ICBs.
- Understanding of health inequalities.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level and significant relevant post graduate experience
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Analytical and logical thinking.
- Analysis and processing of data.
- Numerate, articulate and be able to demonstrate a structured approach to problem solving and project management.
- Ability to produce accurate and professional work within tight timescales and under pressure.
- Ability to manage tasks over short, medium and long time scales.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries in a partnership environment.
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to a range of stakeholders in an engaging and meaningful way.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage own time and prioritise large number of tasks
Desirable
- Able to work with research fellows and academic partners.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A range of research and evaluation methodologies
- Use of at least one of qualitative, quantitative or economic analytical techniques
- Producing and communicating evaluations of services to a range of audiences.
- Aware of the aims and responsibilities of ICBs.
- Knowledge and understand of information governance and operating within UKGDPR.
Desirable
- Structured Query Language, R or other languages
- Experience of developing surveys and using Nvivo for analysis
- Understanding the principles of Health Economics
- Understanding of individual data items within systems used by ICBs.
- Understanding of health inequalities.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level and significant relevant post graduate experience
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Analytical and logical thinking.
- Analysis and processing of data.
- Numerate, articulate and be able to demonstrate a structured approach to problem solving and project management.
- Ability to produce accurate and professional work within tight timescales and under pressure.
- Ability to manage tasks over short, medium and long time scales.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries in a partnership environment.
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to a range of stakeholders in an engaging and meaningful way.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage own time and prioritise large number of tasks
Desirable
- Able to work with research fellows and academic partners.
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).
