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2016 – 2017 Concentrator’s Guide

Internship Openings: Global Fund for Women

By Juliana Restivo
February 23rd, 2016 in Practicums/Internships.

Global Fund for Women is one of the world’s leading foundations for gender equality, standing up for the human rights of women and girls. We campaign for zero violence, economic and political empowerment, and sexual and reproductive health and rights. Global Fund for Women is committed to equality and actively seeking... More

Outcomes and Data Manager with Big Brothers Big Sisters

By Emily Rogers
February 22nd, 2016 in Jobs.

General Statement of Duties: The Outcomes Manager primary responsibility is managing the agency’s program outcomes measurement and statistical data systems for BBBSMB. This includes working with management to develop, implement, manage and train staff to use the evaluation tracking system and the reporting, assessment and evaluation of outcomes data. The Outcomes... More

Job Opening: Program Coordinator for Humanitarian Innovation Initiative

By Juliana Restivo
February 19th, 2016 in Jobs.

Later this year, Brown University’s Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs will be launching a Humanitarian Innovation Initiative (HI2), whose mission will be to improve the effectiveness and accountability of disaster preparedness, humanitarian response, and post-emergency reconstruction through the development of interdisciplinary research, educational programming, and new collaborations between academics and... More

STOP THE SILENCE: An interactive exhibit exploring community engagement & suicide prevention

By Emily Rogers
February 19th, 2016 in Outside Announcements.

    March 17, 2016, 6-8 PM BU Photonics Center 8 St. Mary's Street Boston, MA Colloquium Room, 9th Floor Wine & Cheese Reception RSVP Today! Psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Malone and artist Dr. Seamus McGuinness are visiting from Ireland to share their suicide research collaboration for a socially engaged art practice to connect with marginalized communities and policy-makers. Two continuing education credits... More

EH Seminar – Smoke and Mirrors: Can Clean Cookstoves Improve Pregnancy Outcomes?

By Emily Rogers
February 19th, 2016 in Outside Announcements.

BUSPH Career Fair – Thursday, Feb. 25

By Emily Rogers
February 18th, 2016 in GH Announcements, Jobs, Outside Announcements, Practicums/Internships.

The BUSPH Annual Career Fair will be held next Thursday,  February 25th from 2-6 PM in the Hiebert Lounge.  Don’t miss this opportunity to meet over 40 employers.  A good percentage of these organizations have hired one or more of our GH graduates within the last few years. To register, please... More

International Humanitarian Missions The Israeli Experience: Lessons Learned and Taught

By Emily Rogers
February 18th, 2016 in Outside Announcements.

Colonel Doctor Tarif Bader Deputy Surgeon General, Israel Defense Forces The briefing will include lunch and will be followed by a Q&A session Moderator: Dr. Michael Grodin Monday, Feb. 22, Noon BUSM Instructional Building, Room L109 This event is sponsored by: Physicians for Human Rights The Maimonides Society The Emergency Medicine Interest Group Global Health Equity Program Health and Human Rights Caucus... More

Clinical Research Coordinator with Mass General Hospital

By Emily Rogers
February 18th, 2016 in Jobs.

***Please include a cover letter with your resume*** Location : Boston MA The Massachusetts General Hospital, Global Health is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator 1 to work with a multidisciplinary team from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, as well as collaborators at international sites in Uganda and South Africa. More

Madagascar-based Country Director with Pivot

By Emily Rogers
February 18th, 2016 in Jobs.

Job Title: Country Director Reports to: Co-Chief Executive Officers (in U.S. office) Location: Antananarivo, Madagascar Percentage Effort: Full time Area of work: Global Health, Health System Strengthening Start Date: May 1st, 2016 desired but flexible Commitment: Minimum 2 year commitmentOrganizational Profile PIVOT’s mission is to combine accessible and comprehensive health care services with rigorous scientific research to... More

Program Coordinator with Pathfinder – French speakers needed

By Emily Rogers
February 17th, 2016 in Jobs.

Program Overview The goal of the Program Operations Unit (POU) is to contribute to the fulfillment of Pathfinder’s mission by ensuring that country programs are implemented effectively and efficiently; that they achieve the intended impact and level of sustainability; and country programs increase their resource base and expand Pathfinder’s work globally. Position... More

First monthly meeting of the Peace Corps Master’s International Program

By Emily Rogers
February 16th, 2016 in GH Events.

The first monthly meeting of the Master's International Program (http://www.bu.edu/sph/academics/degrees-and-programs/peacecorps/) will take place on Thursday, Feb 18, from 5-6p.m in CT-305. Our guest will be Isabel Hirsch, who served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Nicaragua. Please RSVP. More about our Speaker: Isabel Hirsch served as a health promoter in the large, More

Program Intern with Medicines for Humanity

By Emily Rogers
February 16th, 2016 in Practicums/Internships.

Medicines for Humanity (MFH) is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of children in impoverished communities worldwide. MFH works in countries throughout Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean to provide critically needed health services to women and children. MFH is seeking a Program Intern to assist with research on... More

GH Meetup Kickoff Event: Sustainable Development and Universal Health Coverage

By Emily Rogers
February 11th, 2016 in GH Events.

We hope you will join us for the first ever Global Health Meetup! This student-run event series will be a casual but engaging opportunity for global health students to connect over a current or relevant topic. Students will have the chance not only to learn from the discussion, but to... More

Inspirations for a World Free of HIV and TB: The Role of the Next Generation of Public Health Leaders (Emphasis Area event for Infectious and Non-Communicable Diseases)

By Emily Rogers
February 11th, 2016 in GH Events.

Santander Applications Deadline Extended

By Emily Rogers
February 11th, 2016 in Funding, GH Announcements.

The deadline for Santander Applications has been extended. Student now have until March 3 to apply. To learn more about the application and funding opportunities, please visit https://www.bu.edu/ghblast/gh-practicum/santander/