By Emily Morin
GHFP Advisor for Private Sector Partnerships two year fellowship position
Global Health Fellow Program II
Technical Advisor I: Advisor for Private Sector Partnerships
Front Office, Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Location: Washington, DC
Assignment: Two year fellowship
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).
GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by addressing the Agency’s immediate and emerging human capacity needs. The program seeks to accomplish this goal first through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels. These program participants include fellows, interns, corporate volunteers and Foreign Service National professionals. The program then provides substantial performance management and career development support to participants, including annual work planning assistance, and ensures that professional development opportunities are available.
Looking to the future, GHFP-II also seeks to establish a pool of highly-qualified global health professionals that will ensure the Agency’s ongoing technical leadership and effectiveness. This objective is supported by an extensive outreach program that brings global health opportunities and specialized career advice to a diverse range of interested individuals, with a particular focus on those underrepresented in the field of global health.
BACKGROUND
The objective of the Bureau for Global Health’s Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition (GH/HIDN) is to improve global health through strategic investment in the following areas: infectious diseases (including tuberculosis, malaria, neglected tropical diseases, avian influenza and other pandemics), nutrition, maternal and child health, water, sanitation and hygiene and health systems strengthening.
INTRODUCTION
HIDN seeks a Private Sector Partnerships Advisor to engage the private sector in improving health outcomes by supporting the development, introduction and scale-up of innovation, evidence-based interventions, and commercial solutions. The Advisor will be responsible for a range of strategic, research, partnership development, and communications activities such as analyzing current trends related to the intersection between business and global health, conducting background research on potential and current partners, and building and managing relationships with the private sector. S/he will also support the development of written materials to inform corporate partners and the public on HIDN’s portfolio and opportunities for private sector engagement.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibilities of the Private Sector Partnerships Advisor include:
1. Supporting the operationalization of HIDN’s private sector partnership engagement strategy:
- In close coordination with the Senior Advisor for Private Sector Partnerships, maintain communication with potential and current corporate partners; create communication materials to inform the corporate sector of HIDN’s portfolio and opportunities for engagement; create, maintain and track a corporate contacts database for all HIDN health elements; and manage communications with corporate entities as requested.
- Support new and potential private sector partnerships through such activities as conducting background research on new corporate partners, coordinating communications, and providing support to the technical staff on partnership design and strategy.
- Liaise with technical staff and external partners in the preparation of quarterly newsletters and ad hoc reports on HIDN private sector partners, in an effort to inform and engage the future private sector partners.
- Actively participate in, and contribute to, technical meetings related to partnership development and management.
- Support USAID internal and external communications efforts through activities such as developing and writing briefers, blog posts, case studies, and journal articles.
2. Providing program support, technical advice and strategic guidance to mHealth partnerships. Activities will include participating in and/or coordinating partnership committees as needed and providing support for mHealth partnership activities related to such areas as global learning, communications, partnership website development, country programming, monitoring and evaluation.
Training and Professional Development
- Keep current on the latest literature, reports and international programs related to private sector partnerships and mHealth.
- Participate in professional working groups, professional meetings and conferences and USAID trainings as appropriate.
- Participate in professional continuing education and skills training within the purview of GHFP-II.
Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on (a) organizational and programming need and/or (b) the Advisor’s own interests.
International travel 15-20% or as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree or higher in international development, international health, foreign affairs, business or a related field.
- 0-7 years’ experience in private sector work, partnership building, international development or communications with or without experience in an international resource challenged setting.
- Experience and/or knowledge of private sector partnerships and/or mHealth initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to set and achieve realistic targets and demonstrated ability to close deals and deliver products.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people of varied profession, cultural and educational backgrounds; and ability to work under pressure and in teams.
- Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills.
- Excels at, and comfortable with, providing oral communications and presentations to a wide variety of audiences at all levels and sizes.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Power Point, Excel; proficiency in database management and visual communications/graphic arts.
- Ability to travel internationally.
- US Citizenship or US permanent residency required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary will be based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs 2013 Benefits Booklet.
TO APPLY:
All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time September 2, 2013.
Senior Associate, Global Partnerships (Latin America & Caribbean) job opening
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The Senior Associate develops, nurtures and manages AmeriCares relationship with these partner organizations. She/he will develop an in-depth understanding of the needs and conditions of their assigned countries, prepare long term and annual plans and play an active leading role in determining the numbers and contents of shipments as well as targeted initiatives and capacity building projects. The Senior Associate also provides administrative and logistic support to Partners and conducts research activities as assigned by the Regional Director. Research includes gaining insight into local health priorities and regulatory issues and developing an understanding of the initiatives of other health oriented organizations. Administrative activities may include tracking shipments and maintaining program records of historical partner information and current activities. The Senior Associate ensures that required reporting materials are sent to and received from partners and solicits additional feedback on shipments and needs. |
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Compensated GHFP II Multipurpose Prevention Technologies Intern in DC
Global Health Fellows Program II
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies Intern
Research, Technology, and Utilization Division, Office of Population and Reproductive Health, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Location: Washington, DC
Anticipated timeframe: October 15, 2013 - January 15, 2013: Compensated Internship
OND-P2-012
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).
GHFP-II's goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by addressing the Agency's immediate and emerging human capacity needs. The program seeks to accomplish this goal first through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels. These program participants include fellows, interns, corporate volunteers and Foreign Service National professionals. The program then provides substantial performance management and career development support to participants, including annual working planning assistance, and ensures that professional development opportunities are available.
Looking to the future, GHFP-II also seeks to establish a pool of highly-qualified global health professionals that will ensure the Agency's ongoing technical leadership and effectiveness. This objective is supported by an extensive outreach program that brings gl
obal health opportunities and specialized career advice to a diverse range of interested
individuals, with a particular focus on those underrepresented in the field of global health.
INTRODUCTION:
The Research, Technology, and Utilization Division (RTU)under the Office of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH) in the Bureau for Global Health (GH)works to advance and support the generation, synthesis and utilization of empirical evidence to improve access, quality, and efficiency of voluntary family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH) programs. The PRH Office provides technical leadership, strategic direction, implementation oversight, support to field missions, partner coordination, and performance tracking for the family planning component of the United States Government (USG)'s Global Health Initiative.
The Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPT) Intern will primarily assist the RTU/PRH staff to pinpoint those countries where high rates of unintended pregnancy, HIV, herpes simplex virus (HSV), and human papillomavirus (HPV) intersect, and to attempt to determine which populations in those countries could benefit most from an MPT product that can simultaneously prevent those sexual and reproductive health risks. The Intern will help to compile and analyze country-level data on the prevalence of selected indicators.Information for some of these indicators is easily accessible (e.g., HIV prevalence), while others may prove more challenging (e.g., HPV prevalence). Informational graphics (using software such as ArcGIS) will then be created to depict where areas of overlapping needs exist and where roll-out of MPTs could be targeted. The Intern may have opportunities to present this work and contribute as a co-author of a scientific publication for a peer-reviewed journal. S/he will work closely with the Senior Epidemiological Advisor as his/her onsite manager.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- Gain a greater understanding of MPTs, an important, interdisciplinary and cutting-edge subject area, while working with members of the biomedical team in RTU.
- Serve as a resource to provide analysis on understanding regional variation in need for MPTs.
- Gain familiarity with the work of GH/PRH/RTU within USAID.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Determining which indicators are both ideal and feasible to collect across countries.
- Identifying and compiling reliable country-level data on selected indicators (potentially disaggregated by gender and age).
- Identifying appropriate mapping software (potentially ArcGIS) to analyze the data.
- Creating graphical maps to illustrate where prevalence of two or more indicators is high.
- Articulating the strengths and weaknesses of this analysis, and proposing suggestions for additional work in this area.
- Presenting results of this project in various venues.
- Contributing to preparation of a manuscript to be submitted to a peer-reviewed journal.
- Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on organizational and programming need and/or the Intern's own interests.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Enrolled in, or a *recent graduate of, a graduate level program related to public health.
- Demonstrated interest in epidemiology, sexually transmitted infections, reproductive and sexual health, and global health issues.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to gather and work with quantitative data from a wide variety of sources.
- Ability to serve as a motivated self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Understanding of (or a keen interest in learning about) planning and writing a scientific manuscript.
- Familiarity with mapping software such as ArcGIS (desired, but not required).
- US Citizenship required.
* 'Recent graduate' is defined as obtaining his/her degree no more than one year prior to the internship anticipated start time.
To Apply: Detailed information, including an online application and instructions, is available on our website at www.ghfp.net. All applications must be submitted by Friday, September 6, 2013 at 5:00 pm eastern time.
GHFP II HIV/AIDS Research Intern position available,deadline 9/4
Global Health Fellows Program II
HIV/AIDS Research Intern
Technical Leadership and Research Division, Office of HIV/AIDS, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development, Washington, DC
Location: Washington, DC
No later than an October 2013 start date and up to 6 calendar months
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).
GHFP-II's goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by addressing the Agency's immediate and emerging human capacity needs. The program seeks to accomplish this goal first through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels. These program participants include fellows, interns, corporate volunteers and Foreign Service National professionals. The program then provides substantial performance management and career development support to participants, including annual working planning assistance, and ensures that professional development opportunities are available.
Looking to the future, GHFP-II also seeks to establish a pool of highly-qualified global health professionals that will ensure the Agency's ongoing technical leadership and effectiveness. This objective is supported by an extensive outreach program that brings global health opportunities and specialized career advice to a diverse range of interested individuals, with a particular focus on those underrepresented in the field of global health.
BACKGROUND:
The Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA), within USAID's Bureau for Global Health (GH), is the focus of HIV/AIDS technical leadership for the Agency and has primary responsibility for leading the Agency's efforts within President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a $48 billion multifaceted approach to combating the disease in more than 120 countries around the world. In cooperation with the US Department of State's Office of the US Global AIDS Coordinator, other US Government (USG) partners, international organizations, and nongovernmental organizations, USAID provides global technical leadership on the full range of issues related to HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment; manages numerous research and field support programs; and monitors the impact of the Agency's HIV/AIDS programs. In this endeavor, USAID works very closely with a range of USG agencies involved in the fight against AIDS, such as the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of Defense, and Peace Corps. Additional information about PEPFAR may be found at http://www.pepfar.gov and http://www.usaid.gov/what-we-do/global-health/hiv-and-aids.
INTRODUCTION:
The HIV/AIDS Research Intern will be assigned to the Technical Leadership and Research Division (TLR) within OHA. TLR provides technical and programmatic expertise to help the Agency and its missions to develop programs that respond to USG, USAID, and Congressional policy and budget priorities as well as incorporate innovations, best practices, and lessons learned.
The intern will work primarily on TLR's Research and Evaluation Team, which includes operations research and evaluation on HIV/ AIDS prevention, care, support and treatment as well as microbicides. The intern may also carry out other Bureau-wide duties and participate in collaborative research with other analysts in the Bureau. S/he will work closely with appropriate members of TLR's staff and with a Public Health Advisor as his/her onsite manager.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Gain a greater understanding of the critical relationship of research and evaluation to USAID and PEPFAR programming in the HIV/AIDS sector.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support research projects managed by the Research Team, including coordinating technical reviews of reports and deliverables, taking meeting minutes and providing assistance with project management.
- Conduct literature reviews as needed.
- Assist in planning and implementation of research activities for OHA.
- Attend program-related events within and outside USAID as requested.
- Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on organization and programming need, and the Intern's specific learning interests.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Enrolled in, or a *recent graduate of, a bachelors program in public health, international development, or a related field.
- Demonstrated interest in and commitment to public health, international development, or a related field.
- Strong writing, organizational, and analytic skills.
- US citizenship required.
* 'Recent graduate' is defined as obtaining his/her degree no more than one year prior to the internship anticipated start time.
To Apply: Detailed information, including an online application and instructions, is available on our website at www.ghfp.net. All applications must be submitted by Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at 5:00 pm eastern time.
Ibis part-time internships for Fall 2013!
Intern
Fall 2013
Based in
Ibis Reproductive Health is a non-governmental research organization that aims to improve women’s reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide. We accomplish our mission by conducting original clinical and social science research, leveraging existing research, producing educational resources, and promoting policies and practices that support sexual and reproductive rights and health. Our staff of roughly twenty is located in Cambridge, MA (headquarters); Johannesburg, South Africa; and Oakland, CA. (www.ibisreproductivehealth.org)
We seek two part-time individuals who have a strong commitment to women’s health and rights, and who are willing to provide both research and administrative support to Ibis staff in Cambridge, MA. The interns will be based in Cambridge and will contribute to ongoing international and domestic research projects. Tasks may include data entry, developing project protocols, data collection, analysis and management, literature reviews, manuscript preparation, and overall project support, as well as assistance with administrative, development, and communications activities as needed. Applicants should be comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously and interacting with a variety of people, and should ideally be familiar with reproductive health research. A small stipend may be available; we also welcome students receiving work study or practicum/school credit. We are seeking candidates who can work at least 2 business days per week.
Minimum qualifications:
Demonstrated commitment to women’s sexual and reproductive health
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility, responsiveness, and willingness to pitch in to a variety of projects
Student in a Master’s level program preferred; advanced undergraduate students will be considered
To apply, send a cover letter and CV to sroberts@ibisreproductivehealth.org. No phone calls please. Position will remain open until filled.
Paid recycling intern in the town of Hingham, MA
***$15.00 per hour for 8-10 hrs per wk. Grant funding up to one year.
PROJECT SUMMARY:
The goal of the internship is to provide initial education and technical assistance to waste haulers and businesses. This is followed by inspections and warnings to those who are not complying with the Recycling and dumpster Requirements for Residents and Businesses within the Town of Hingham Regulations.
INTERN RESPONSIBILITES:
- Conduct outreach and compliance assistance to businesses in Hingham.
- Track data on hauler permits and evaluate recycling reports received from haulers.
- Provide education to town residents regarding new regulations and the impact on those using haulers for residential pick up of waste and recyclables
- Update database of businesses in town to track permits for waste and recycling dumpsters.
- Assist with meeting the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program grant deliverables required for MassDEP
- Work in conjunction with the Recycle Coordinator on various grant related tasks.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Intern works out in the field conducting inspections and compliance checks. Intern is exposed is exposed to outdoor weather conditions and is required to stand, walk, talk, listen, use hands, and drive an automobile.
Education and Experience:
A candidate for this position should have a Bachelors degree in public health or environmental science; have one (1) to three (3) years experience in related work or equivalent education. A student working toward a Masters degree in public health could be considered equivalent experience.
Special Requirements:
A candidate for this position must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license. An automobile and access to a computer is also required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Skills in conducting inspections for various public health violations
- Ability to enforce public health codes objectively and fairly
- Ability to interact objectively and professionally with the public
- Skills in excel, word and Microsoft office.
Send letter of interest and resume to Human Resources Department, 210 Central Street, Hingham, MA 02043. Email: humanresources@hingham-ma.com
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
GHFP II Advisor for Private Sector Partnerships 2-year fellowship
Global Health Fellow Program II
Technical Advisor I: Advisor for Private Sector Partnerships
Front Office, Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Location: Washington, DC
Assignment: Two year fellowship
GHFP II-P2-081
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).
GHFP-II's goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by addressing the Agency's immediate and emerging human capacity needs. The program seeks to accomplish this goal first through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels. These program participants include fellows, interns, corporate volunteers and Foreign Service National professionals. The program then provides substantial performance management and career development support to participants, including annual work planning assistance, and ensures that professional development opportunities are available.
Looking to the future, GHFP-II also seeks to establish a pool of highly-qualified global health professionals that will ensure the Agency's ongoing technical leadership and effectiveness. This objective is supported by an extensive outreach program that brings global health opportunities and specialized career advice to a diverse range of interested individuals, with a particular focus on those underrepresented in the field of global health.
BACKGROUND
The objective of the Bureau for Global Health's Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition (GH/HIDN) is to improve global health through strategic investment in the following areas: infectious diseases (including tuberculosis, malaria, neglected tropical diseases, avian influenza and other pandemics), nutrition, maternal and child health, water, sanitation and hygiene and health systems strengthening.
INTRODUCTION
HIDN seeks a Private Sector Partnerships Advisor to engage the private sector in improving health outcomes by supporting the development, introduction and scale-up of innovation, evidence-based interventions, and commercial solutions. The Advisor will be responsible for a range of strategic, research, partnership development, and communications activities such as analyzing current trends related to the intersection between business and global health, conducting background research on potential and current partners, and building and managing relationships with the private sector. S/he will also support the development of written materials to inform corporate partners and the public on HIDN's portfolio and opportunities for private sector engagement.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibilities of the Private Sector Partnerships Advisor include:
1. Supporting the operationalization of HIDN's private sector partnership engagement strategy:
- In close coordination with the Senior Advisor for Private Sector Partnerships, maintain communication with potential and current corporate partners; create communication materials to inform the corporate sector of HIDN's portfolio and opportunities for engagement; create, maintain and track a corporate contacts database for all HIDN health elements; and manage communications with corporate entities as requested.
- Support new and potential private sector partnerships through such activities as conducting background research on new corporate partners, coordinating communications, and providing support to the technical staff on partnership design and strategy.
- Liaise with technical staff and external partners in the preparation of quarterly newsletters and ad hoc reports on HIDN private sector partners, in an effort to inform and engage the future private sector partners.
- Actively participate in, and contribute to, technical meetings related to partnership development and management.
- Support USAID internal and external communications efforts through activities such as developing and writing briefers, blog posts, case studies, and journal articles.
2. Providing program support, technical advice and strategic guidance to mHealth partnerships. Activities will include participating in and/or coordinating partnership committees as needed and providing support for mHealth partnership activities related to such areas as global learning, communications, partnership website development, country programming, monitoring and evaluation.
Training and Professional Development
- Keep current on the latest literature, reports and international programs related to private sector partnerships and mHealth.
- Participate in professional working groups, professional meetings and conferences and USAID trainings as appropriate.
- Participate in professional continuing education and skills training within the purview of GHFP-II.
Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on (a) organizational and programming need and/or (b) the Advisor's own interests.
International travel 15-20% or as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
- Master's degree or higher in international development, international health, foreign affairs, business or a related field.
- 0-7 years' experience in private sector work, partnership building, international development or communications with or without experience in an international resource challenged setting.
- Experience and/or knowledge of private sector partnerships and/or mHealth initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to set and achieve realistic targets and demonstrated ability to close deals and deliver products.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people of varied profession, cultural and educational backgrounds; and ability to work under pressure and in teams.
- Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills.
- Excels at, and comfortable with, providing oral communications and presentations to a wide variety of audiences at all levels and sizes.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Power Point, Excel; proficiency in database management and visual communications/graphic arts.
- Ability to travel internationally.
- US Citizenship or US permanent residency required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary will be based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs 2013 Benefits Booklet.
TO APPLY:
All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II's online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time September 2, 2013.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.
Member Communications Intern with Chefs Collaborative
Internship Announcement: Member Communications Intern, Chefs Collaborative
Organization description: Chefs Collaborative is a national chef network committed to improving sustainability in our food system through information, education, and collaboration with the broader food community.
Job description: Chefs Collaborative seeks an intern to help with coordination, outreach, and promotion of our members and their sustainability-related activities locally, regionally and nationally. We have hundreds of members across 47 states, and a key part of our work is leveraging our members’ voices to foster change in the food system. The Membership Communications intern will gather news from our members and post it via various media channels, evaluate success of member communication tactics, and assist with member recruitment and stewardship activities.
This internship is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to the sustainable food community and get hands-on experience working closely with a small team in a national membership organization in communications and development capacities. The intern will gain communication and administrative skills, familiarity with common tech applications, and database maintenance experience.
This is an unpaid 12-15 hour-per-week position, beginning in September and ending in December (some flexibility available). Ideal internship length is 4 months. The intern will work out of our office in downtown Boston, MA.
The intern will:
- o Manage Google alerts and news round-ups for CC members
- o Analyze response rates to email and snail mail campaigns
- o Draft communications to members, including our monthly newsletter and emails
- o Provide personal outreach to members for summit, member spotlights, and blog posts
- o Assist with administrative work, including data entry and mailings to members
Qualifications:
- o Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, and ability to communicate in a professional tone via phone and email
- o Must be organized and strongly detail-oriented
- o Previous experience with Facebook, Twitter, blog (WordPress) and email platforms (Constant Contact) in a professional capacity is preferred
- o Familiarity with Google applications helpful, but not required
- o Interest in the non-profit sector and the sustainable food movement a plus
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Gillian Gurish, Membership Coordinator, gillian@chefscollaborative.org by Friday, August 30th. To find out more about Chefs Collaborative, visit www.chefscollaborative.org, and check us out at facebook.com/chefscollaborative and @chefscollab on Twitter & Instagram.
BUSPH Deptartment of International Health faculty opening: Professor of Evaluation Sciences
BUSPH Department of International Health
Faculty Appointment Job Posting:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Evaluation Sciences
***Qualified graduates are encouraged to apply. Please also share this job posting with colleagues that you respect.
The Department of International Health (DIH) at the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) has an opening for a new faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank with expertise and experience in evaluation sciences in low and middle income countries. The successful candidate will teach at the graduate level, as well as undertaking evaluation and research studies in conjunction with the Boston University Center for Global Health and Development.
Background:
The DIH, which was established in 1995, currently has over 200 concentrators enrolled in the Master of Public Health Program and a robust DrPH program. Members of the DIH faculty are drawn from public health, clinical, and social/behavioral sciences to provide a multidisciplinary faculty that can address the complex issues of health and development and meet the needs of a diverse student body.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will contribute to a wide range of DIH activities, including teaching, advising, research, consulting, and service in global health. The candidate will be expected to develop curriculum and teach effectively at the Master’s and/or Doctoral level. Initial DIH teaching responsibilities include teaching the basic course on monitoring and evaluation of health programs and developing an advanced course in the same field. The candidate should be able to teach students to use relevant methodologies in evaluating public health, poverty alleviation and related programs. The candidate will advise both MPH and/or DrPH students.
The successful candidate will also be engaged in the research activities of the associated Center for Global Health and Development (CGHD). He/she will be encouraged to work within the existing research programs and develop new initiatives. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will develop a substantial externally funded research program during the initial three-year appointment.
Finally, the candidate will support the service mission of the Department, school and university through work on academic committees and professional societies.
Requirements:
· Earned doctoral degree in a public health discipline or in a related field
· A demonstrated ability to design and effectively teach a graduate level course
· Experience working in low and/or middle income countries.
· An ability and desire to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary group of colleagues
· Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and carry out research in evaluating health programs.
· At the Associate level, proven ability to generate grant funding for such research is a requirement.
Interested candidates should send letter, CV, and writing sample by post or e-mail to Emily Morin, Department of International Health, Boston University School of Public Health, 801 Massachusetts Ave, 3rd fl, Boston, MA, 02118, USA, emorin@bu.edu.
Boston University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
