Health Economist Consultant

ManpowerGroup Middle East; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy specializing in healthcare technology is seeking a Health Economist Consultant to lead economic evaluations for digital health platforms in Abu Dhabi. The role involves conducting cost-effectiveness analyses, developing value propositions, and leveraging data analytics to support decision-making. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in health economics and a strong knowledge of healthcare regulations. This position offers a competitive salary and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years in health economics or related fields.
• Experience in healthcare technology or payer environments.
• Analytical skills in economic modeling and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic analysis on healthcare platforms.
• Develop value propositions for stakeholders.
• Provide data-driven insights for decision-making.

Skills

Health economics

Healthcare consulting

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Technical proficiency in Power BI

Education

Certifications in health economics or data analytics

Tools

Power BI

Azure Data Factory

Databricks

Job description

The Role

The Health Economist Consultant will drive the economic evaluation and strategic analysis of healthcare digital technology platforms, ensuring cost-effective, high-impact solutions that align with Abu Dhabi's healthcare goals. This role focuses on assessing the economic viability of healthcare initiatives, optimizing resource allocation, and providing data-driven insights to support decision-making. The consultant will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure platforms deliver measurable value to healthcare providers, payers, and communities.

Key responsibilities

• Economic analysis: Conduct cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, and budget impact analyses for healthcare platforms, focusing on claims processing, interoperability, and digital health solutions.
• Value proposition development: Articulate the economic and clinical value of healthcare digital platforms to stakeholders, including healthcare providers and government entities.
• Data-driven insights: Leverage data from platforms (e.g., using Azure Data Factory, Power BI) to model healthcare costs, outcomes, and resource utilization.
• Stakeholder collaboration: Work with technical teams, sales, and leadership to align economic analyses with business objectives and client needs.
• Healthcare policy alignment: Ensure solutions comply with regional healthcare policies and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, UAE health standards), optimizing for cost efficiency and impact.
• Market research: Analyze healthcare market trends and payer requirements to inform platform development and adoption strategies.
• Reporting and recommendations: Develop reports and presentations to communicate economic findings and strategic recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Partnership support: Collaborate with technology partners to integrate economic models into solutions, enhancing platform value propositions.

Required skills and experience

• Experience: 8+ years in health economics, healthcare consulting, or related fields, with 3+ years in healthcare technology or payer environments.
• Technical knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Databricks).
• Understanding of healthcare interoperability standards (e.g., FHIR, HL7) and clinical terminologies (SNOMED, CPT, LOINC).
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Azure services (e.g., Azure Data Factory) for data analysis.
• Analytical skills: Expertise in economic modeling, cost-effectiveness analysis, and budget impact assessment in healthcare.
• Communication: Strong ability to present complex economic data to non-technical stakeholders, including healthcare providers and policymakers.
• Compliance awareness: Knowledge of healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and regional health policies.
• Certifications (preferred): Health economics, healthcare management, or data analytics certifications (e.g., Certified Health Economist, Health Technology Assessment).

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with healthcare platforms like IRIS for Health or Rhapsody.
• Background in analyzing claims processing or payer workflows in healthcare.
• Familiarity with regional healthcare systems in the UAE or Middle East.
• Ability to speak a European language.
• Currently located in UAE or willingness to relocate to the United Arab Emirates.
• Gender diversity candidates preferred.

Key deliverables

• Comprehensive economic analyses and reports for healthcare platforms.
• Actionable recommendations to optimize cost-effectiveness and platform adoption.
• Data-driven value propositions for clients and stakeholders.
• Strategic insights aligning platform capabilities with market and policy needs.

Why join?

• Be part of a flagship healthcare innovation transforming lives in Abu Dhabi.
• Gain mentorship and exposure to cutting-edge technology in digital health.
• Grow your career in a purpose-driven environment that empowers healthier communities across the region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment focused on advancing healthcare technology.

Requirements About the company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work. ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service. ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement. Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including :

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