Head of Economic Appraisal

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 Job Description 

Let us tell you a little bit about the role... 

As a Grade 7 Economist, you will devise the programme of work to ensure there is an appropriate measure of Value for Money (VfM) to cover all digital products and services in DIT (Exports, Investment, Market Access etc.) The VfM approaches to be deployed will align with existing evidence and approaches in the Department and therefore will need to work very closely with performance analysts in DDaT and with analysts in the wider DIT Analysis Group.

You will design the work programme, will identify key gaps in the evidence and analysis, and make informed recommendations. You will also oversee the delivery of VfM which will combine the evidence on products (qualitative / quantitative) and economic impact where available. Where Green Book VfM may not be appropriate, the role holder will look to measure Governmental Digital Service (GDS) key performance metrics. You will also work very closely with the G7 M&E Leads across the DDaT areas of work to identify and address gaps on economic impact measures.

Securing an effective ROAMEF cycle for each product and service will be an important aspect of the work. To achieve this, developing the right relationships and governance for the transmission of evidence and the enabling of a culture of continuous learning for the development and delivery of digital products.

The G7 will line manage two analysts (SEO stats/economist and HEO economist fast-stream).

Responsibilities 

The work will include

Devising a methodology for the measurement of Value for Money in often difficult areas with little existing evidence base, requiring some creativity in approach and an application of the first principles

Rapid responses to requests from senior stakeholders and Cabinet Office that will often require liaising with performance analysts

Working with development teams to embed the right data collection to inform VfM calculations

Contribution to fiscal events and appraisal to support business cases

Working closely with other analytical teams to keep abreast with latest evidence and approaches to VfM measurement

Embed new Behavioural Insights approaches and support AB testing

Personal Attributes and Skills:

This role is ideal for an Economist with wide experience of Green Book appraisal techniques and approaches who is keen to use evidence in an applied setting to make a real difference to how DIT delivers services. They should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be able to support policy changes in real time and be comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders (policy stakeholders / DDaT product teams etc.)

The post holder must have a degree in economics or equivalent, and significant experience working in an Economist role. You must be able to manage, conduct and communicate analysis with confidence. Ideally this includes being able to review evidence on the relevant topic, have experience of applying Green book appraisal techniques (particularly in a Business Case context). Understanding of AB testing and a keen interest on Evaluation techniques and approaches are desirable.

How to Apply 

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The Department for International Trade embraces and values diversity in all forms. We welcome and pride ourselves on the positive impact diversity has on the work we do, and we promote equality of opportunity throughout the organisation. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Click through to apply and find out more. 

Technical Skills 

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: 

Analysis of Data

Application of Knowledge

Effective Communication

Further Information 

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Closing Date for Apps: 17/10/2022 at midnight