Job summary
We're looking for 2x GPs, 2x secondary care professionals, and 1xmental health professional to join the Indicators Advisory Committee.
Applicants should be enthusiastic about how quality measures can improve outcomes in health and care. The roles offer the opportunity to work with a diverse and high performing committee that is influential in the development of indicators for supporting quality improvement across the health and care system.
Please note: NICE will reimburse locum backfill for committee members, chairs and vice chairs that are working in NHS general practice if a locum is needed to allow their attendance on NICE business. The cost of the locum cover will be reimbursed up to a maximum of £1,000 per day (more than 4 hours) or £500 for half a day (up to and including 4 hours).
Closing date: Midnight on 23 September 2024.
Interview date: Friday 11 October 2024
If you have an access requirement that prevents you from applying online, please contact indicators@nice.org.uk and we can provide MS word versions of the forms to complete.
Main duties of the job
Committee members agree to:
set aside enough time to attend committee meetings and use their personal and professional knowledge to inform the development of the indicators and supporting guidance
raise any concerns about process or details in the draft indicators and guidance with the committee, and try to resolve these issues within the committee, with support from the NICE team
contribute positively to the work of the committee and to developing the indicator and supporting guidance
take full account of the evidence in developing indicators
consider the analysis and interpretation of evidence prepared by the NICE team
act in a professional manner, show good manners and be courteous to colleagues and staff at all times (committee members should behave in a polite, efficient and respectful manner and without bias or favour, using the highest standards of conduct expected in public life and service while on NICE duty)
be impartial and honest in conducting their duties for NICE, use public funds entrusted to them to the best advantage of NICE, and avoid deliberately damaging the confidence of the public or stakeholders in NICE
ensure strict adherence to NICE's principles and equality policy
read and adhere to NICE's policies on hospitality, declarations of interests and travel and subsistence.
About us
The position of committee member is unremunerated.
It is NICE policy to ensure members of its advisory committees and other ad hoc advisory groups are reimbursed promptly and appropriately for expenses incurred on NICE business. NICE will pay reasonable out-of-pocket expenses to enable attendance at in person committee meetings. Full details of all committee member reimbursements for attendance at committee meetings and travel and subsistence rates can be found in our non-staff reimbursement policy.
Other expenses:
NICE recognises that in some circumstances individuals will need to arrange for carers or support workers to accompany them to a meeting, or to take over unpaid caring responsibilities while they are at a meeting - this includes childcare or care of a family member with a disability or other additional needs. The circumstances in which NICE can provide reimbursement for such costs are outlined in the non-staff reimbursement policy.
Time commitment:
The position of committee member is unpaid. NICE will pay reasonable out-of-pocket expenses, including train fares and hotel costs when necessary, for attending committee meetings. More information can be found here.
Committee member are expected to attend at least 75% of committee meetings and not to miss more than 2 consecutive meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before you consider applying for this role, please refer to the 'Conflict of interests' section of the supporting information document, and ensure you refer to NICEs policy on declaring and managing interests for NICE advisory committees
Responsibilities:
- Regularly attend Committee meetings (up to 5 per year).
- Contribute to the panel deliberations from their own specialist knowledge whilst respecting input from non-specialists and lay persons.
- Apply their own experience and judgement to the topics under discussion, rather than act as a representative of their organisation.
- Work with the other members of the Committee and NICE staff to identify key issues and review evidence.
- Work with other members of the Committee and NICE staff to formulate recommendations and comment on the evidence and on drafts of the guidance.
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Raise any concerns about process or details in the draft indicators and guidance with the committee, and try to resolve these issues within the committee, with support from the NICE team.
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Contribute positively to the work of the committee and to developing the indicator and supporting guidance.
- Take full account of the evidence in developing indicators.
- Consider the analysis and interpretation of evidence prepared by the NICE team.
- Abide by NICEs code of conduct for Committee members including declarations of interest, and follow the Committees operational procedures.
- Prepare for the Committee meetings by reading the substantive papers and by gathering any additional information on the proposed topics which may be helpful to the discussions.
- Participate in review(s) of the functioning of the Committee and accept changes to the membership, remit, procedures, etc., of the Committee as a result.
- Participate in induction training and other training which may be offered periodically.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before you consider applying for this role, please refer to the 'Conflict of interests' section of the supporting information document, and ensure you refer to NICEs policy on declaring and managing interests for NICE advisory committees
Responsibilities:
- Regularly attend Committee meetings (up to 5 per year).
- Contribute to the panel deliberations from their own specialist knowledge whilst respecting input from non-specialists and lay persons.
- Apply their own experience and judgement to the topics under discussion, rather than act as a representative of their organisation.
- Work with the other members of the Committee and NICE staff to identify key issues and review evidence.
- Work with other members of the Committee and NICE staff to formulate recommendations and comment on the evidence and on drafts of the guidance.
-
Raise any concerns about process or details in the draft indicators and guidance with the committee, and try to resolve these issues within the committee, with support from the NICE team.
-
Contribute positively to the work of the committee and to developing the indicator and supporting guidance.
- Take full account of the evidence in developing indicators.
- Consider the analysis and interpretation of evidence prepared by the NICE team.
- Abide by NICEs code of conduct for Committee members including declarations of interest, and follow the Committees operational procedures.
- Prepare for the Committee meetings by reading the substantive papers and by gathering any additional information on the proposed topics which may be helpful to the discussions.
- Participate in review(s) of the functioning of the Committee and accept changes to the membership, remit, procedures, etc., of the Committee as a result.
- Participate in induction training and other training which may be offered periodically.
Person Specification
Extent and nature of committee experience
Essential
- Experience of expert committee work in a relevant setting
- Experience of working with committees consisting of multidisciplinary professionals and lay members
- Experience of working in public health roles or services
Desirable
- Experience of quality improvement and use of quality measures
- Experience of healthcare-based quality payment mechanisms
- Experience of working on a decision making, advisory committee which influences policy or operational change
- Experience of working on a committee where meetings have been held using virtual software
Ability to contribute to the work of the advisory body
Essential
- Experience in public health either as a practicing health or social care professional, or working in or in association with the wider aspects of health or social care or the healthcare industries
- Evidence of a systematic approach to delivering healthcare-based quality improvements and standards
- An understanding of NICE processes in the development of Quality Standards, Quality Indicators and Clinical Guidelines
- An understanding of the social, political, economic and professional influences on NICE
Ability to understand and interpret multiple complex data sets
Essential
- Ability to gather data, analyse, critique and synthesise complex information, as evidenced by relevant experience and/or academic qualifications.
Desirable
- Understanding of health informatics and indicator development
- Knowledge of health research methodology
Nature of the motivation underpinning the application
Essential
- Clearly and persuasively stated reasoning for making an application.
Equality and diversity
Essential
- Commitment to eliminating unlawful discrimination, advancing equality and an understanding or awareness of the issues of inequality in health, public health and social care settings
Person Specification
Extent and nature of committee experience
Essential
- Experience of expert committee work in a relevant setting
- Experience of working with committees consisting of multidisciplinary professionals and lay members
- Experience of working in public health roles or services
Desirable
- Experience of quality improvement and use of quality measures
- Experience of healthcare-based quality payment mechanisms
- Experience of working on a decision making, advisory committee which influences policy or operational change
- Experience of working on a committee where meetings have been held using virtual software
Ability to contribute to the work of the advisory body
Essential
- Experience in public health either as a practicing health or social care professional, or working in or in association with the wider aspects of health or social care or the healthcare industries
- Evidence of a systematic approach to delivering healthcare-based quality improvements and standards
- An understanding of NICE processes in the development of Quality Standards, Quality Indicators and Clinical Guidelines
- An understanding of the social, political, economic and professional influences on NICE
Ability to understand and interpret multiple complex data sets
Essential
- Ability to gather data, analyse, critique and synthesise complex information, as evidenced by relevant experience and/or academic qualifications.
Desirable
- Understanding of health informatics and indicator development
- Knowledge of health research methodology
Nature of the motivation underpinning the application
Essential
- Clearly and persuasively stated reasoning for making an application.
Equality and diversity
Essential
- Commitment to eliminating unlawful discrimination, advancing equality and an understanding or awareness of the issues of inequality in health, public health and social care settings
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
NICE – The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
Address
Manchester (majority of meetings to be held virtually)
Manchester (majority of meetings to be held virtually)
M1 4BT
Employer's website
https://www.nice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
