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Health Economist (SOG/ST 8) (Band 11) (Vacant)

Salary range: $6,820,273.00 –$9,172,509.00 per annum

 

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Chief Health Economist & Data Scientist, the Health Economist will carry out reviews of health economics data, existing literature and analytic modelling to facilitate the development of policy guidelines for the Ministry of Health and Wellness. This will be done by presenting cost-effective evidence to the Chief Health Economist & Data Scientist and the relevant Guidelines and Policy Committees; ultimately contributing to the quality of the health economic methodology across the MoHW.

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

  • BSc in Economics or Statistics;
  • Training in Health Economics or Health Planning with a specialization in Health Economics;
  • At least three (3) years of experience in economic analysis and research.

 

Kindly submit a cover letter and resume along with the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of two (2) references, one of whom must be a former or current supervisor.

Interested persons are invited to submit their application accompanied by a detailed resume for the aforementioned position, No later than Friday, May 12, 2023, to:

Senior Director, Human Resource Management & Development

Ministry of Health & Wellness

10a Chelsea Avenue

Kingston 10

Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm

                                   

Applicants must include the position for which they are applying in both their cover letter and the subject line of their email.

We thank all applicants for their interest.  Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.