Health Economist at Slum and Rural Health Initiative – Ibadan

Slum and Rural Health Initiative is recruiting a Health Economist in Ibadan, Oyo State, to strengthen the economic evidence used in community health programmes, funding decisions and policy recommendations.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate health interventions through cost-effectiveness and cost-benefit analysis.
• Assess health-financing approaches and their implications for long-term programme sustainability.
• Build economic models and evidence for grant applications and donor reports.
• Advise programme teams on health-resource allocation and budget priorities.
• Work with policy and research colleagues to turn economic results into practical recommendations.
• Produce technical reports, policy briefs and presentations for stakeholders.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or higher in Health Economics, Economics, Public Health or a related discipline.
• At least three years of relevant experience in health economics, health financing or comparable analytical work.
• Strong quantitative skills and proficiency with relevant statistical or economics software.
• Knowledge of Nigeria’s health system and donor-funded programmes is an advantage.
• Clear written and spoken communication skills.