About the roleYou will work within our highly experienced Public Health Intelligence team, utilising new and emerging technologies to process and analyse data from various sources.The post holder will manage and mentor a team of analysts providing intelligence to support Lincolnshire County Council, the Integrated Care System, and other organisations working to improve health and reduce health inequalities in Lincolnshire. This will include leading on the creation of intelligence that illustrates trends and patterns in disease, mortality, service use and risk factors, producing evidence which supports critical decisions about shaping and commissioning of services, funding allocation, and preventative actions.Continued training and opportunities to join professional networks and forums to aid personal development will be offered.About youIdeally, we are looking for candidates educated to a degree level or equivalent; however, we would also consider those with the relevant experience gained in either a personal or professional capacity.You will be able to understand and be interested in social and environmental factors affecting population health.We are looking for someone who is proactive, works autonomously, and has a passion for the application of high quality health intelligence in improving population health and reducing inequalities. We need someone who has:
highly developed management, team working, and communication skills.
excellent data and statistical analysis skills.
high IT literacy and proficiency (e.g., Excel, R, Power BI, GIS, and other analytical software).
experience in interpreting and analysing data sources of intelligence considering the limitations of your data and confounding factors.
experience developing customer-facing intelligence products including reports, slide decks and dynamic dashboards.
the ability to develop and maintain strong, positive working relationships based on professional integrity with providers and partners.About the teamThe Public Health Intelligence team bring together analysts, knowledge, and technical officers. We are part of the local authority's Public Health function, but our role and influence are across the local health and care system. We take a leading role in integrating new analytical technologies and software into our everyday work, enabling us to provide the correct information in a suitable format to the key decision-makers across the health and care system. You are welcome to view some of the outputs we created through the public-facing Lincolnshire Health Intelligence Hub.Our Offer To YouThe Public health division is committed to investing and developing our staff. We have a comprehensive workforce development programme with opportunities for professional development at all levels.Our environment is supportive and we are ambitious for both the people who work here and the residents of the county. In addition to a competitive salary, you can enjoy hybrid working, a flexible working pattern, generous annual leave and pension scheme and exciting training and development opportunities.Along with a competitive salary we are offering;
A Contributory pension.
Payment of professional fees.
Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work.
Flexible working policies.
Career progression opportunities.
A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more.Further details can be found in our brochureWhat NextIf you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Paul Ashforth via emailPLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.A Smarter Working EmployerWe have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
