Health Economics Research Specialist

We’re looking for a Health Economics Research Specialist who can volunteer in a hybrid role both remotely and in-country for a total of 10 months.

• This assignment seeks to strengthen advocacy for classifying Type 1 Diabetes as a disability in the Philippines by conducting an in-depth economic impact analysis.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need specialization in health economics, experience in economic analysis of health interventions, and strong technical writing skills.
• As a volunteer, you will support evidence-based policy advocacy through economic study design, data collection and analysis, and report writing.

About the Partner Organisation 

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an international NGO located in Quezon City, Philippines. HI works alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations in situations of poverty, conflict, and disaster to improve their living conditions and uphold their rights.

HI needs a volunteer to support its advocacy efforts with technical expertise in health economics, particularly to build a stronger case for classifying Type 1 Diabetes as a disability and influencing national policy change.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.