Health Economics Research Specialist
Australian Volunteers Program
Australia and New Zealand
Business Management / Project / Planning, Administrative / Clerical, Science / R&D / Research
About the assignment
We’re looking for a Health Economics Research Specialist who can VOLUNTEER and LIVE in the Philippines 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 - [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.
Requirements
- All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV).
- A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.
- A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.
Additional requirements for this assignment include attaining a First Aid Certificate.
For this role, the volunteer will be paid an adequate allowance. We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance (where applicable). For more details, click APPLY NOW.
Applications close: 07 JANUARY, 2026.
About the company
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The Australian Volunteers Program matches a broad range of skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals.
The program is an Australian Government-funded initiative that fosters strong, mutual relationships between Australia and people and communities globally to contribute to achieving equitable development outcomes.
The Australian Volunteers Program invites Australians from all walks of life to contribute to the Australian Government’s development policy through skilled volunteering.
Australian volunteers gain personal and professional growth and develop a deeper understanding of our region.