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Communications & Advocacy Junior Associate

Global Health Strategies, New York, NY, United States


***Please note: We are looking for candidates with PR agency or relevant experience (internship) with a demonstrated background in Global Health and/or Development (non-profits, NGOs, etc)***

If you are an upcoming or recent graduate who is entrepreneurial, innovative, and passionate about improving global health through communications and advocacy, the Global Health Strategies (GHS) Junior Associate role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and learning.

The GHS team is comprised of exceptional communicators, content producers and collaborators who know how to execute efficiently while bringing fresh ideas to their work. They also bring a sense of humor and enjoy having fun.

This role is based in New York City, with an expectation of 3 days per week in the office.

About the position
Junior Associates work closely with GHS staff to assist in the design and implementation of communications and advocacy strategies for a range of issues in global health. Junior Associates will spend the majority of their time supporting meaningful client work and are also provided opportunities for training, development, and career growth.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the research and writing of strategy memos, media materials and issue briefs

Monitor and analyze media coverage and advocate conversations about global health issues

Provide logistics support for conferences, meetings and events that GHS organizes on behalf of clients

Manage databases of global health media, policymakers and opinion leaders

Assist GHS staff with project management (e.g., drafting meeting minutes, updating work plans, tracking budgets)

Training and development

Weekly support with a manager; monthly mentorship with member of the GHS senior management team

Access to skills trainings, reading list, and lunch and learns with leaders in the global health field

Potential sponsorship to attend global health events in NYC

Opportunity to become an expert on a particular issue within global health

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Communications, Journalism, Global Health, or International Policy

Experience (internship) at a PR agency or related agency

Clear, concise, and effective communicator and writer

Entrepreneurial, innovative, and passionate about improving global health

Demonstrated experience with communications and advocacy on digital media platforms is a big plus

Valuable Experience

Internship in a communications or social media capacity at a Global Health organization

Leadership positions on campus

NYC Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

Resumes submitted with a cover letter will be reviewed with priority

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