The NHS Race and Health Observatory is an independent organisation, set up to explore ethnic inequalities in access to healthcare, experiences of healthcare, health outcomes, and inequalities experienced by black and minority ethnic members of the health and care workforce. It is a proactive investigator, providing strong recommendations that inform policymaking and facilitate change. It is evidence-driven and solution-focused.
The Observatory is hosted by NHS Alliance. Its board and team are independent, and it dictates its own direction and areas of focus. The Observatory has three main functions:
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facilitating new, high-quality, and innovative research and evidence
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making strategic policy recommendations for change
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supporting the practical implementation of those recommendations.
As a Head of Policy and Delivery you will:
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Support the Assistant Director, Policy in developing a network of policymakers and officials across the government and arm’s length bodies; and engage with those people to encourage action against the Observatory’s published recommendations.
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Work with colleagues across the organisation to develop policy positions, completing rapid analyses on policy developments and making recommendations to inform the Observatory’s strategy.
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Provide secretariat support to the RHO Stakeholder Engagement Group and provide leadership on the development of a new community participation model for the Observatory.
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Present the findings of research and other outputs to large and varied audiences, both digitally and in person, and represent the Observatory at conferences, working groups, and in other public forums.
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Write impactful policy briefings, blogs, and other outputs drawing attention to major policy initiatives, highlighting the potential impact of those changes for patients and the public.
The NHS Confederation is the membership organisation that brings together, supports and speaks for the whole healthcare system in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
