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Lead Public Health Evidence and Knowledge Analyst
2 months ago
Job summary
To support the Public Health Wales (PHW) Vaccine Preventable Disease Programme (VPDP) objectives in Wales, working with key staff in the VPDP, PHW, the wider NHS and other organisations in a multidisciplinary, multi-agency setting.
Take the lead on evidence synthesis and other specific VPDP programme areas, and to support All Wales training activities
The work of the Lead Public Health Evidence and Knowledge Analyst will focus on evidence synthesis for effective and evidence-based delivery for all national immunisation programmes. Key elements include reviewing published and grey literature to synthesis guidance and information supporting high performance in vaccination systems, identifying and engaging with key stakeholders, and collaborative working across NHS and non-NHS organisations. Influencing and negotiating will require a high level of knowledge, skill and competency.
The post holder will support the Vaccine Preventable Disease Programme (VPDP) within Public Health Wales and contribute to the development of specific areas of the programme to support the strategic goals of Public Health Wales. The post holder will deliver programme objectives by working with the programme team. The team will providing nursing, scientific, information and administrative functions
Main duties of the job
Work independently and with colleagues within a team, supporting VPDP objectives and relevant professionals across Wales to support the control of vaccine preventable disease. This will include complex interactions involving multi-disciplinary and multi-agency contact.
Lead, undertake and participate in research and clinical audits in own specialist area.
Work in a collaborative manner within Public Health Wales, and across NHS Wales to assist and develop an All Wales approach national immunisation campaigns, and with colleagues across UK.
Identify and understand the needs of stakeholders and provide sound judgement using influencing, negotiating and diplomatic skills.
Take responsibility for work delegated by the Head VPDP and Principal Epidemiologist / Deputy Head of VPDP.
Initiate and lead on specific issues related to evidence synthesis and knowledge creation.
Organise and manage personal workload efficiently, ensuring that local, regional and national Public Health Wales work programme targets are met, and supporting NHS Wales colleagues with their programme aims.
Lead, manage, develop, and facilitate evidence synthesis and knowledge sharing activities for the national immunisation programmes in Wales.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in 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.
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.
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Job description
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
An undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in a natural or social science or in library and information management A Master of Public Health or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Experience of evidence management and / or synthesis Formal training in Epidemiology or relevant experience Project Management
Experience
Essential
Highly specialised knowledge and experience of research, evaluation or evidence synthesis techniques and procedures Using research, evaluation and evidence synthesis to answer complex public health questions Scoping, designing and delivering complex projects Experience using quantitative and/or qualitative techniques for research or evaluation Line management and staff development Designing and delivering training on qualitative and / or quantitative methods as part of research and evaluation Writing in a range of styles for a range of audiences, from brief summaries through to in-depth technical reports
Desirable
Direct experience of working with diverse senior professional and managerial groups across a range of organisations and professional disciplines Undertaking meta-analysis Experience in epidemiological analysis in public health
Skills
Essential
In-depth knowledge and experience of standard computer software (Microsoft Office) and specialist software for evidence synthesis, epidemiological/ statistical analysis or qualitative analysis Turning a complex public health problem into an answerable question Able to engage and negotiate with stakeholders to understand and deliver service requirements Literature retrieval, screening for relevance and critical appraisal
Desirable
Ability to read technical reports translated into Welsh to assure that the sense and meaning is retained Ability to communicate with the media, government or stakeholder representatives about evidence findings though the medium of Welsh or English Speak Welsh
Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge of a broad range of databases and other resources and their application to evidence based practice Knowledge of copyright law and its implications for obtaining and sharing sources Practical and theoretical knowledge of Public Health practice
Desirable
Knowledge of current national public health related strategies and policies relating to vaccination and immunisation Knowledge of epidemiological principles relating to vaccination and communicable diseases Understanding the environmental and "political" context in which public health services work
Personal Attributes (Demonstrable)
Essential
Able to multi-task in a fluid environment, able to prioritise, plan and manage workload, managing complex and multiple pieces of work Able to lead and to support team members especially when they are placed under pressure Able to deal with personnel issues and performance management Able to negotiate effectively with service users who may be perceived as difficult
Other
Essential
Able to travel to locations across Wales