Director, Resolve Projects

Organization
Global Health Advocacy Incubator
Location
Washington, DC
Job Type
Full-time
Deadline for Applications
05/31/2019
Contact Information
GHAI-AD@nonprofitprofessionals.com
Tags
Full-time

The GHAI now seeks a new Director, Resolve Projects, Global Health Advocacy Incubator to join a dynamic and growing team advancing efforts to improve critical public health policies in specific low-and middle-income countries. The Director will provide leadership and strategic oversight of GHAI’s partnership with Resolve to Save Lives, focused on a multi-country nutrition policy change strategy and policy initiatives to improve global health security and prevent epidemics.

The Director will have the unique opportunity to support civil society organizations in low- and middle-income countries advocating for policy change and engaging in regulatory reforms that aim to improve cardiovascular health through improved nutrition policy. A second body of work will focus on promoting country-level investments in preventing epidemics and improving global health security. The ideal candidate will bring a well-developed understanding of advocacy campaigns that lead to policy and regulatory change internationally, be a self-starter with strong project management skills and possess ability to work within cross-functional teams and will have a demonstrated commitment to training and capacity building for in-country partners. Ideally, the Director will bring a depth of knowledge in public health globally and experience leading complex projects related to policy change in global health. S/he will have a flexible and creative approach and the personal dexterity to navigate cross cultural settings and diverse teams. A minimum of 10 years of proven experience in advocacy and policy development internationally and familiarity with relevant content areas is preferred.

 

More information about the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids may be found at: http://global.tobaccofreekids.org.

Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume, salary expectations, and where you learned of the position should be sent to: GHAI-AD@nonprofitprofessionals.com. In order to expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who enhance our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.