Senior International Evidence and Horizon Scanning Officer

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join the International Health Team in Public Health Wales, working as part of the Policy and International Health Directorate, a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre on Investment for Health and Well-being.

We are looking for a passionate Senior International Evidence Officer with proven research skills. You will have the ability to build strong relationships nationally and globally, apply innovative approaches, and bring additional income.

The post holder will assist in the delivery of the team’s objectives. Using appropriate research skills and cross-disciplinary tools, you will collate public health information and perform literature reviews to provide up to date intelligence to support the work of the directorate, organisation and wider Wales.

Working for Public Health Wales offers great benefits including hybrid and flexible working, a fantastic NHS pension, excellent annual leave, cycle to work and car lease schemes, childcare voucher schemes, plus many more.

Public Health Wales works to achieve a healthier future for the people in Wales. If you are enthusiastic and motivated and want to make a difference to the people in Wales, then this is an exciting opportunity for you to join our highly talented, interdisciplinary, dynamic and friendly team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work independently, providing specialist expertise on a range of research, policy and practice areas, under the overall guidance of the Consultant in Public Health.

International Health Research

• Coordinate the development of international insights and horizon scanning reports.
• Translate public health priorities into answerable research questions, using specific research expertise.
• Undertake literature searches, horizon scanning, and evidence reviews
• Translate research findings for a range of audiences, including the public, and support dissemination to mobilise effective public health action in all sectors and internationally.

Management

• Manage and supervise a small team of research staff.
• Manage the delivery of research projects within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Develop plans for the delivery of complex research projects ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Supervise the work of fieldworkers and other ad hoc research staff or interns as required.

Training and communication

• Communicate complex information in formal and informal settings and to different audiences, including responding to challenge from experts in the field whose opinions on findings presented may differ.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As part of this role, there will be a requirement to work 1 day per month from our Cardiff office. Additional attendance may be required, for example, for key meetings, training, events, or to support service delivery. Applicants should ensure they are able to meet this requirement. Office attendance expectations may be reviewed in line with organisational and service needs

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Applicant requirements

Welsh language skills are desirable