JOB DESCRIPTION Job title Policy Analyst Reporting to Senior

JOB DESCRIPTION Job title Policy Analyst Reporting to Senior Policy Analyst Close relationship with Head of Policy, Research and External Relations, Project Manager, Senior Policy Analyst, Public Affairs Manager To research, develop and maintain relevant aspects of policy within the field of healthcare professional regulation. Main purpose of the job Working conditions (i.e. shift work, flexi time, overtime ) The appointment is full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of the work occasional attendance beyond the Council’s core working hours will be required. No of hours using a VDU Variable each week Note: This is a description of the duties and responsibilities of the post at the date of production. The duties may change over time as requirements and circumstances change. The person in the post may also have to carry out such other duties as may be necessary from time to time. April 2009 Key tasks and responsibilities • To conduct regular horizon-scanning of policy and regulatory developments in all relevant fields Develop a continuous working knowledge of CHRE legislation and the legislation of the regulatory bodies, both primary and secondary and any relevant UK and EU legislation. To contribute to policy-led projects to identify and promote good practice and good practice principles Develop, monitor and review CHRE policy positions as required and provide detailed policy briefings. Undertake research into regulatory developments across all relevant sectors and ensure CHRE are appropriately advised. Prepare responses to requests for Ministerial advice taking proper account of the needs of the country from which the request is received. Respond to consultations as appropriate and undertake consultations in relation to policy developments, as required. Work closely with all members of the policy, research and external relations team to ensure seamless, accurate and timely achievement of the team’s work. Together with others in the team work with relevant external stakeholders in the development of CHRE policy work. • • • • • • • • and any other duties that can reasonably be assigned in relation to the grade of the post Key relationships Internal - Policy, Research and External Relations team - Scrutiny and Quality Team - Operations Team External - Regulatory bodies’ staff - Department of Health officials - Representative bodies Number and description of staff accountable for none Job Title: Policy Analyst – person specification Essential Desirable Education / Qualifications / Training Degree level or equivalent Special Skills / Knowledge Strong analytical skills including ability to analyse figures and construct tables and graphs Ability to provide research findings in a clear format Ability to develop policy proposals from research findings Ability to understand the broader picture and understand how the individual work relates to the wider policy agenda Flexible, pro-active and a selfstarter Ability to work with senior members of staff and key stakeholders to understand complex briefs Good communication skills – written and oral Strong IT skills Ability to use complex data to develop solutions Ability to think creatively Experience Experience of working in health policy and/or policy research Personal Qualities Ability to handle several workstreams simultaneously Ability to prioritise work and work to deadlines Good interpersonal skills Good team working Able to work in a small organisation Managing stakeholders – internal and external Working in a ‘political’ environment