Category: Fellowships
The Medical Missionaries Global Health Fellowship 2016-2017 St. Joseph’s Clinic, Thomassique Haiti
The Medical Missionaries Global Health Fellowship is a competitive, year-long experience for recent college graduates, graduate students, or professionals interested in global health, underserved medicine, and rural healthcare delivery. Each year, two Fellows are placed at St. Joseph’s Clinic, located in Haiti’s Central Plateau. The Fellows act as liaisons between St. Joseph’s Clinic and Medical Missionaries, the Virginia-based organization that founded and supports the Clinic. Their responsibilities include serving as Medical Missionaries’ eyes and ears on the ground, helping coordinate the Clinic’s operations, and managing many of the Clinic’s community health programs, including: community health workers, traditional birth assistants, infant malnutrition programs, maternal and child health programs, water purification, and salt iodization. Fellows work closely with the clinic staff of doctors, nurses, midwives, and pharmacists as well as with local community health committees from each of the six outlying villages, to implement and improve these programs. The Fellows have numerous opportunities to shadow the clinic staff, work in the laboratory and pharmacy, and are also responsible for coordinating visiting teams of surgeons and physicians. The Fellowship is unpaid, but all fellowship-associated transportation, flights, living expenses, and evacuation insurance are covered by Medical Missionaries. Although no specific prior experiences are required, strong applicants will have outstanding academic and extracurricular records, a demonstrated commitment to reducing health disparities worldwide, and some exposure to living or working in a resource poor setting. Conversational knowledge of French or Haitian Creole is a plus, but not required.
Please see http://medmissionaries.orgfor more information and how to apply.
Global Health Fellows Program Technical Advisor I: Program Cycle Advisor
Global Health Fellows Program
Technical Advisor I: Program Cycle Advisor
Office of Country Support, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Location: Arlington, VA
Assignment: Two year fellowship
GHFP-II-P4-136
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. 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 Bureau for Global Health (GH) is the USAID/Washington operating unit charged with providing technical support to improve the health of people in the developing world by expanding health services, including family planning/reproductive health and maternal/child health; strengthening health systems; and addressing HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, avian influenza and other public health threats. GH's primary role in the health program area is to strengthen field operations, promote research and technical innovation, and provide leadership and training.
Within GH, the Office of Country Support (OCS) supports the vision and implementation of the Agency's health initiatives (e.g., the Global Health Initiative [GHI], Ending Preventable Child and Maternal Death, and Agency-wide priorities such as USAID Forward). OCS serves as a nexus for informing and coordinating with field programs and strategy development and implementation; As such, it is responsible for direct communication with USAID Mission Health Teams. To undertake this function, OCS manages the USAID/Washington Country Health Team System, working closely with GH staff and across USAID/Washington to provide strong strategic support to the field.
INTRODUCTION:
The Program Cycle Advisor will be based in OCS. As a catalytic office working across GH and Regional Bureaus, OCS is the critical link for ensuring strong support to field mission health programs. OCS plays an essential role as the advocate and a principal coordinator of health technical, strategic and programmatic support through the Country Team System for USAID mission health programs. OCS staff have two primary interrelated responsibilities: 1) developing and strengthening tools and systems; and 2) supporting missions.
The Advisor will ensure coordination and strengthening of the program cycle processes, including: Country Development and Cooperation Strategies (CDCS) reviews, Health Implementation Plans (HIP) reviews, Program Planning and Reporting (PPR) reviews, and support to mission Project Designs. S/he will work closely with GH's Office of Policy, Programs and Planning (P3), GH technical offices and Regional Bureaus, and receive day-to-day guidance from the Team Lead as his/her onsite manager.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Program Cycle Advisor will be primarily responsible for:
Project Design/Program Development:
- Collaborating with OCS staff to develop GH's engagement in the project design process, including tracking project design process across field Missions.
- Working with missions to ensure appropriate GH expertise is fielded for project designs and providing resource materials to design teams in preparation for the design process.
- Coordinating the review/design processes including the communication of the process to key staff across GH Offices.
- Working within OCS on building capacity of staff to lead the project design process.
- Strengthening understanding across GH and field missions of OCS's ability to lead the project design process.
Country Development Coordination Strategy (CDCS):
- Tracking through recordings, the stages of the CDCS review process.
- Working with OCS Regional Teams to increase Country Team understanding and engagement in the CDCS process by conducting orientations; encouraging the staffing of the CDCS review process; building awareness of the phases and strategy level; and promoting the advocacy of GH staff engagement in the Country Team CDCS process involvement.
- Analyzing CDCSs to determine the lessons learned with the various strategies (e.g., how many missions have integrated strategies across the mission portfolio? How successful are integrated development strategies in actually integrating at the implementation level? What are the lessons learned in implementing various types of CDCSs?).
- Promoting learning across field missions on the development of CDCSs, noting the successes and challenges, by building a database of CDCS strategies.
- Promoting the recognition and understanding of OCS's role in the CDCS process.
Program Planning and Reporting (PPR):
- Working with OCS, P3 and technical offices to coordinate and implement the PPR Review process in GH by establishing the review schedule and orienting Country Teams.
- Working with OCS Regional Teams to strengthen Country Team engagement in the PPR review process.
Health Implementation Plan (HIP):
- Working with OCS, P3 and technical offices to coordinate, implement, and strengthen the HIP review process in GH by establishing the review schedule, orienting Country Teams, and working with OCS Regional Teams to strengthen Country Team engagement in the HIP review process.
Other Duties as Assigned
- Other than the primary responsibilities described above, the Advisor will have the responsibility and opportunity to work on a number of activities that contribute to fulfilling OCS priority goals, particularly as they relate to supporting the Country Support Systems and Communications Team.
International and domestic travel approximately 10-15%
Training and professional development (7%)
- Keeping abreast of literature and latest developments in the program cycle processes.
- Deepening knowledge of program cycle processes.
- Participating in interagency and intra-agency working groups as appropriate to SOW.
- Participating in professional continuing education and skills training within the purview of GHFP-II.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Master's degree or higher in public health, international affairs, or a relevant social science field.
- 0 to seven (7) years' experience working in international health programming, with or without experience in an international or resource challenged setting.
- Strong management, team and facilitation skills.
- Overseas experience desired, preferably in health or other related development sectors.
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a team, establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Excellent skills in oral and written communication to prepare and present analyses, provide guidance, solicit information.
- Knowledge of the theories and principles of international relations, political science, economics, geography, history or other related disciplines to analyze and evaluate factors and conditions involved in the administration of US foreign policy programs related to health is preferred.
- Broad knowledge of international public health issues, including the culture and socio-cultural norms for health programming.
- US citizenship required and US permanent residents.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs.
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 online applications must be submitted by September 25, 2015 by 5:00 pm Eastern time.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.
Global Health Fellows Program II Prevention Of Mother To Child Transmission and Pediatric HIV Intern
Global Health Fellows Program II
Prevention Of Mother To Child Transmission and Pediatric HIV Intern
Technical Leadership and Research Division, Office of HIV/AIDS, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Anticipated timeframe: January 2016 - June 2016: Compensated 6 month internship
Location: Washington, DC/Arlington, VA
INT-P5-001
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. 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:
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. More information about PEPFAR may be found at http://www.usaid.gov/what-we-do/global-health.
INTRODUCTION:
The Prevention Of Mother To Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Pediatric HIV Intern (Intern) will be assigned to the Technical Leadership and Research (TLR) Division of the Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA) within the Bureau for Global. OHA is the focus of HIV/AIDS technical leadership for USAID and has primary responsibility for leading the Agency's efforts within President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a multibillion, multifaceted approach to combating the disease in more than 120 countries around the world.
OHA supports a variety of pediatric HIV and PMTCT activities. In mid-2014, the "Strengthening High Impact Interventions for an AIDS-free Generation" (AIDSFree) Project was awarded to a consortium of implementing partners led by JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. AIDSFree is funded and managed by OHA, and aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of HIV and AIDS interventions.
The Intern's primary scope of work will be to coordinate PMTCT and pediatric HIV technical assistance being offered through AIDSFree. S/he will receive day to day guidance from the PMTCT/Pediatric HIV Medical Officer and the Senior Advisor for the Continuum of Clinical Services in the Office of HIV/AIDS as his/her onsite managers. The intern will also work closely with the entire Technical Leadership and Research Division.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Gaining a greater understanding about PEPFAR and international work being done in the area of HIV/AIDS.
- Gaining experience and expertise in PMTCT and pediatric HIV programming.
- Gaining experience in program coordination.
- Deepening skills in collaboration and coordination within a complex organizational and implementation structure.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assisting in the coordination of various AIDSFree-supported technical assistance projects focused on PMTCT and pediatric HIV.
- Assisting in the preparation of literature reviews and other analytical work as appropriately related to PMTCT and pediatric HIV.
- Participating in dialogues with AIDSFree partners involved in PMTCT and pediatric HIV.
- Participating in headquarter-based technical assistance to field teams, as appropriate.
- Attending program-related events within and outside USAID, as requested.
- Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on organizational and programming need and/or the Intern's own interests.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently enrolled master's or other post-bachelor's degree candidate in a program related to public health, medicine, international development, or a related field; or, completion of such within past 12 months.
- Clinical background and/or knowledge of patient care issues preferred.
- Strong writing and analytic skills.
- Demonstrated experience in research and literature analysis.
- US citizenship or US permanent residency required.
COMPENSATION:
$1,680 bi-weekly (exempt, salaried position).
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, October 9 2015 at 5:00 pm eastern time.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.
Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships in Public Health
The Fulbright-Fogarty Fellows in Public Health (for US doctoral students) has been established since July 2011. To date, 19 Fulbright-Fogarty fellows have completed the program, and 3 trainees are in the field this year.
The Fogarty International Center (FIC) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Office of Academic Exchange Programs (ECA) of the Department of State have agreed to grow what has been a very successful pilot program. We now plan to increase the number of Fulbright-Fogarty fellows (US graduate students) to ten in the 2016-17 Class based on the quality of the applicants.
The application deadline is October 13, 2015, for the 2016-17 fellows. The sites and countries for the Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships in Public Health can be found in http://us.fulbrightonline.org/fulbright-fogarty-fellowships-in-public-health
Applicants should complete the general academic/research application and in the Special Opportunity section of the online application, select Fulbright-Fogarty Award:
http://us.fulbrightonline.org/applicants/application-components/academic
The Fulbright-Fogarty Fellows in Public Health program provides an exciting opportunity for graduate students in medicine and public health to have a substantial introduction to global health research in an international training site. Please share this opportunity widely and rapidly to potential applicants. We do hope to have a strong pool of wonderful candidates for these awards. A short summary of the list of training sites for 2016-17 is attached.
Message from the Assistant Dean for Diversity and Inclusion
Dear SPH Students,
I want to take this opportunity to welcome you to the 2015-2016 academic year and to introduce you to my new role as BUSPH’s Assistant Dean of Diversity and Inclusion (ADDI). I am thrilled to lead the push towards a more inclusive environment as we aim to build a school that reflects the rich community we serve.
In the immediate future, I would like to invite you to attend a “Listen and Learn” forum (bu.edu/sph/listenandlearn). The goal of these forums is to hear from members of the SPH community regarding our future efforts towards diversity and inclusion. Two student forums are scheduled for:
- Tuesday September 22nd from 5:00-6:00pm in T307-C
- Thursday October 1st from 1:00-2:00pm in T307-C
I am especially eager to hear your thoughts on how we can become a national public health model in the areas of diversity and inclusion. Your feedback is vital to our success.
Dr. Yvette Cozier
Assistant Dean of Diversity and Inclusion
Assistant Professor of Epidemiology
UAEM becomes latest SPH Student Organization! Seeks Student members.
***Universities Allied for Essential Medicines has just been accepted as a Registered Student Organization and is looking for students interested in being a part of the movement to improve people's access to essential medicines.***
Many important medicines and public health technologies are developed in academic laboratories. Their accessibility in poor nations is profoundly affected by the research, patenting and licensing decisions made by universities.
We are a group of university students who believe that our universities have an opportunity and a responsibility to improve global access to public health goods.
All interested parties please send a quick introductory email to UAEM.BU@gmail.com to find out about information sessions, campus campaign initiatives, and information regarding the Annual North American Conference hosted this October 16th-18th by Boston University at the Jacob Sleeper Auditorium on the Charles River Campus.
Student activism has time and time again played an essential role in advocating for the voiceless, now's your time to help people everywhere are ensured their right to health through improved access to essential medicines produced here at our universities.
Postdoctoral Training Program for Global Health Innovations seeks applicants for innovative new training grant
The global health innovation training program is an NIH funded training program that is a collaboration between Tufts University and Christian Medical College (CMC) in Vellore, India. They are currently seeking applicants for this program. As part of this program, trainees will work in pairs with another trainee at CMC and spend half of the training time at Tufts and the other half at CMC.
Click here for more info: Innovation D43 Advertisement Sept 2015
NIH-funded Global Health Innovation Training Program seeks Post-doc applicants
An NIH-funded training program, a collaboration between Tufts University and Christian Medical College (CMC) in Vellore, India, is currently seeking applicants. As part of this program, trainees will work in pairs with another trainee at CMC and spend half of the training time at Tufts and the other half at CMC.
Public Affairs Advisor position (Global Health Fellows Program)
Global Health Fellows Program
Technical Advisor I: Public Affairs Advisor
Office of HIV/AIDS
Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Location: Arlington, VA
Assignment: Two year fellowship
GHFP II-P4-168
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. 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 Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA) is one of several offices in the Agency's Bureau for Global Health and manages the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programs as part of an interagency group coordinated by the Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator at the US Department of State. OHA has over 150 dedicated staff, including technical, administrative and management experts and funds over 100 implementing partners who manage the Agency's HIV and AIDS programs. This position will directly support the Communications Team and public affairs needs of the Office.
INTRODUCTION:
The Public Affairs Advisor (Advisor) is an integral part of the Communications Team, working with the Senior Public Affairs Advisor and the Public Affairs Analyst. The work of this position is essential to ensure consistent information coming from the OHA. The Advisor will be responsible for coordinating and implementing the Office's communications strategy. The Public Affairs Advisor will receive day to day guidance from the Senior Public Affairs Advisor as his/her onsite manager.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Public Affairs Advisor will be responsible for:
- Coordinating OHA's online communications activities and proactively identifying/developing opportunities to promote technical programs, announcements, and key results through internal and external websites and traditional/social media.
- Generating new content/stories for IMPACT blog, Frontlines and other internal and external editorial channels, including various newsletters such as Inside OHA, the office's flagship newsletter. Liaising with key technical and communications staff in OHA, across the Bureau and throughout the Agency as well as at partner organizations to coordinate efforts.
- Coordinating media outreach for events/announcements including implementation of strategy, pitch development, and wrap up reports.
- Coordinating social media, including updates to GH's Facebook and Twitter, and identifying ways to generate leads. Working closely with OHA contractors on web and social media maintenance and upkeep.
- Keeping track of the OHA calendar of events and newsletter listserves. Providing guidance on branding and marking.
- Reviewing internal and external documents such as blogs, reports and memos for the Administrator before release.
- Supporting the Senior Advisor for Public Affairs in cultivating relationships with external partners, Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs, and other US Government communications counterparts to share information, cross-promote and collaborate on strategic efforts.
- Coordinating implementation of communications activities around major events, conferences and relevant observance days.
- Assisting in editorial and knowledge management activities, including developing press releases, fact sheets, Q&As, op-eds, speeches/remarks and other collateral. Working closely with implementing partners to collect success stories and other materials that support USAID's HIV and AIDS work.
- Coordinating internal and external communication requests for information, including scheduling requests, briefers, action memos and notes to the field.
- Attending Bureau and Agency communications meetings, serving as key member, and collaborating on Bureau-wide activities.
International and domestic travel approximately 20%
Training and professional development (7%)
- Keeping abreast of literature and latest developments in the fields of public affairs.
- Deepening knowledge of public affairs.
- Participating in interagency and intra-agency working groups as appropriate to SOW.
- Participating in professional continuing education and skills training within the purview of GHFP-II.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Master's degree in public health or a related discipline (international health, strategic communications or public affairs).
- General knowledge and interest in global health and development issues, particularly in HIV/AIDS, as well as interest in working in the public sector.
- Demonstrated ability in communications program implementation and execution.
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously, work quickly to meet competing deadlines, develop a solid understanding of Agency policy and guidelines, incorporate practices and procedures and develop a thorough understanding of the PEPFAR goals and initiatives.
- Proven record of excellent organizational, management and interpersonal skills.
- Ability and willingness to navigate within a large, complex federal agency to meet goals.
- Strong writing and editing skills.
- Ability to travel internationally.
- 0-7 years' of progressively responsible experience in public policy and communication, preferably working in a global health arena, with or without experience in an international or resource challenged setting.
- US citizenship or US permanent residency required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs.
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 online applications must be submitted by September 1, 2015 by 5:00 pm Eastern time.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.
Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Internship position with Global Health Fellows Program II
Global Health Fellows Program II
Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Intern
Maternal and Child Health Division, Office of Health, Infectious Diseases, and Nutrition, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development
Anticipated timeframe: September 2015 - March 2016: Compensated 6 month internship
Location: Washington, DC/Arlington, VA
INT-P4-058
The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. 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:
Beginning with the 2013 Evidence Summit on Population Level Behavior Change for Child Health and Development, USAID has embarked on an ambitious program to mainstream social and behavior change in its core and field programs. The summit, which examined the evidence for effective behavior change interventions, was followed by a series of consultations among experts within different health areas. The process was guided by the need to:
- Identify behaviors with the highest potential for impact on mortality reduction.
- Establish indicators/outcomes for these behaviors that can be monitored and evaluated.
- Implement behavior change for these behaviors with evidence-based tools and interventions.
This work includes analysis of existing programs, development of instruments to support improvements, and technical work to focus activities on the highest impact interventions.
Ten Accelerator Behaviors have been identified in a Behavior Change Framework to help mainstream behavior change activities in the global health agenda for Ending Preventable Child and Maternal Death (EPCMD). These are the behavior changes that can have the highest impact on mortality reduction.
The overarching objective of implementing the Accelerator Behaviors is to accelerate in-country, sustainable population-level behavior change at the individual, family, community and institutional level to scale up demand for and use of key reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health interventions and practices.
Accelerator behaviors are priority behaviors for programming because they have the highest potential to hasten the decline of child and maternal deaths. They are selected among other behaviors that contribute to ending preventable deaths because they have low uptake (e.g., low oral rehydration solution use), yet impact a major cause of child and/or maternal mortality across the continuum of care/lifecycle (e.g., iron tablet consumption during pregnancy, postnatal care-seeking).
For more information about USAID efforts to end preventable child and maternal deaths, please read the 2014 report, acting on the Call.
INTRODUCTION:
The Intern will work closely with the Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Advisor as his/her onsite manager. The Intern will provide research and analytical assistance to the Health, Infectious Disease and Nutrition (HIDN) Office and USAID Missions on SBC questions and field implementation, and will collaborate with other SBC technical staff to provide technical assistance on questions and issues concerning social and behavior change.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Gaining experience in the field of social and behavior change in relation to EPCMD and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH).
- Gaining a greater understanding of the global landscape and USAID's work in social and behavior change for health.
- Deepening skills in collaboration and coordination within a complex organizational and implementation structure.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitoring data on social and behavior change programs in the 24 priority EPCMD countries.
- Analyzing the data from Demographic Health Surveys (DHS), Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS), and other population level surveys on changes in uptake and use of key behaviors and practices.
- Supporting the USAID collaboration with the White House Social and Behavior Change Team in the 24 priority EPCMD countries.
- Supporting the work of World Health Organization (WHO)-led activities to establish a "Roadmap" to: develop a WHO Guidance Document for Building, Reporting, Assessing, and Applying social and behavioral sciences in MNCRH-Integrated Global Public Health Interventions. This may include supporting activities around the development of a prioritized global research agenda for key social and behavior change interventions for RMNCH and clear guidance on developing country-level prioritized research agendas.
- Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on organizational and programming need and/or the Intern's own interests.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently enrolled master's or other post-bachelor's degree candidate in a program related to public health, knowledge management, international studies or communication; or, completion of such within the past 12 months.
- Experience in research methodologies, evidence search, compiling, editing and reporting on social development issues (preferably with an emphasis on behavior change and communication for development).
- Strong scientific/research editing and publishing skills.
- Strong oral and written communications skills.
- Knowledge of Spanish and/or French preferred.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to find creative solutions to problems and work independently.
- US citizenship or US permanent residency required.
COMPENSATION:
$1,680 bi-weekly (exempt, salaried position).
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 August 17, 2015 at 5:00 pm eastern time.
