By Juliana Restivo
D-Prize Competition $20,000!
| D-Prize supports new entrepreneurs who increase access to proven poverty interventions. The world has already invented ways to end poverty, yet the best interventions are not being distributed at mass-scale. Can you design a business or NGO that solves one of the Distribution Challenges below? If selected we will award you up to $20,000 to launch a pilot in any region where extreme poverty exists. At D-Prize, we have researched poverty interventions that have been proven effective — and we are now searching for young leaders who can distribute them. Our winter competition will award a handful of students up to $20K to launch a pilot of their distribution idea. Interested in applying? Visit www.d-prize.org for details. |
Global Health Practicum opportunity: 2017 Research programs at Washington University, St. Louis
Develop your public or global health expertise and experience through this competitive eight-week program.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
- Work in real world public health practice and research environments, including some international sites
- Gain exposure to top investigators and diverse research topics
- Receive individualized career counseling and develop career interests
- Build a social network with student peers and faculty
- Receive a $4,000 stipend and a free Metrolink transit pass for non-WashU students
For students working at an international site, travel to and from St. Louis to the research site
These eight-week programs are open to current full-time undergraduate students; graduate students pursuing an MPH, MSW, or other related master’s degree program; and medical students looking to gain experience in the field of public and global health research (especially infectious diseases).
Eligibility limited to U.S. and international students enrolled at the time of participation in the program, or matriculating in fall 2017, at a U.S.–based university/college.
These programs will expose students and future investigators to research in a lab or field-based setting and further their interest in public health or global health. They include mandatory didactic sessions and seminars, and are an opportunity to establish a career-building network. Participants are expected to pursue their research training full time, defined as 40 hours per week, and also attend all program events (if based in St. Louis). At the end of the eight weeks the students will give presentations at a student research symposium.
TIMELINE
Applications accepted: November 1, 2016 – February 1, 2017 Program runs: June 1 – July 31, 2017
More details: publichealth.wustl.edu/summer or contact us at IPHSummer@wustl.edu
The programs are supported by the Institute for Public Health and its Global Health Center at Washington University in St. Louis and the Children’s Discovery Institute, a partnership between St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine.
Global Health Corps Applications are OPEN! Positions in Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Malawi & the US
Great ideas don't change the world -- great people do. Global Health Corps (GHC) is building the next generation of global health leaders through a one-year paid fellowship program. We are looking for 156 talented young leaders from every sector for our 2017-2018 class of fellows - applications are open through January 18, 2017.
GHC fellows fill critical systems gaps at high-impact NGOs and government agencies in Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Malawi and the US, working on issues ranging from malaria to nutrition, family planning to HIV/AIDS. Read more about our emerging leaders' experiences and thoughts on leadership, social justice, and health equity.
If you want to shape the future of global health and you meet the requirements below, we invite you to start your application today! This year's fellowship positions will be posted on December 7, 2016. Our diverse community of nearly 750 changemakers is committed to social justice and united by the belief that health is a human right. From where we're sitting, the future looks very, very bright.
Fellowship Eligibility Requirements
1) You are 30 years old or younger on June 25, 2017.
2) You have a bachelor's degree or higher by June 25, 2017.
3) You are proficient in English.
Job Opening at HEAL Initiative – Project Coordinator
BUSPH GH Alum from 2012, Joseph Scarpelli is looking for a Project Coordinator at the HEAL Initiative in the San Francisco Bay Area!
HEAL Initiative
HEAL Initiative is a young, spirited organization that aims to make global health training
across the world immersive, longitudinal, and equitable. Founded in 2014, HEAL aims to
make serving poor populations a first choice for health professionals across the world.
Currently we have nearly 50 fellows across 8 countries including the United States in
Navajo Nation and Oakland. We work in collaboration with local communities and local
organizations. For more information visit, www.healinitiative.org
Position Overview
The HEAL Initiative is recruiting a full-time Project Coordinator to join our small,
passionate, and dynamic team. This position will be based in San Francisco, California.
The Coordinator will provide a variety of administrative and project-based support for a
number of ongoing global health initiatives within HEAL.
Some key responsibilities include:
HEAL Fellow Credentialing
• Serve as point person for fellow credentialing at UCSF and as needed at the
domestic partner sites (in collaboration with site-based faculty/staff).
• Attend trainings from the Graduate Medical Education (GME) office on how to
perform initial fellow appointments, reappointments, and graduation
paperwork.
• Complete certification documents for alumni on as-needed basis.
• Navigate the UCSF system to spearhead the credentialing process for physician
fellows so that they can work at underserved sites both in the US and abroad.
HEAL Alumni Network
• Develop, plan, and implement a strategy for HEAL fellow alumni engagement,
ongoing educational opportunities (in-person and online), and non-educational
gatherings locally and globally.
• Develop the HEAL Alumni Network to ensure continual fellow engagement as
fellows finish the 2-year fellowship.
Fellow Recruitment
• Serve as Initial point of contact for HEAL fellows, including day-to-day triage of
questions from fellows, site exchange coordination, and recruitment logistics.
• Manage the fellow recruitment process, including managing outreach efforts to
relevant stakeholders in the medical education realm as well as fine-tuning
internal selection processes.
Media and Communications
• Oversee and maintain HEAL's social media presence including FB, LinkedIn,
Twitter, Instagram, website, etc.
• Maintain social media presence to target audiences.
• Maintain repository of HEAL photos and videos for marketing and
communication purposes, and work with editing consultants to develop and
carry out a media strategy
• Develop marketing materials that convey HEAL values and reach intended
audiences
• Direct Management of two summer interns (marketing/social media).
Programmatic and Administrative Support
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences for HEAL team, fellows, as
well as partners.
• Prepare agendas, emails, meeting documents, and coordinate logistics for HEAL
other projects as time permits and as directed by supervisor.
• Assist HEAL faculty in gathering data for grant and philanthropic proposals.
• Provide logistical and implementation support for key HEAL trainings including
the Global Health Training, Mid-Fellowship Retreat, and graduation training.
Qualifications
Minimum education or equivalent experience:
• Bachelor degree in public health, policy, business, or related discipline.
• Minimum experience: 1-3 years of increasing responsibility in an organization,
preferably a not-for-profit
• Excellent interpersonal and interview skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint
• Demonstrated ability to make sound judgment and ability to summarize/report information
• Ability to work with faculty on high-level, time-sensitive, and detail-oriented projects
• Ability to multitask and prioritize well
• Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Proven record of reliability and attendance
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure of competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex scheduling
• Willingness to travel for HEAL-related work domestically and internationally, including to areas
that are resource-constrained
• Ability and willingness to drive for HEAL-related tasks
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of Global Health issues and/or experience working with diverse
domestic and international communities.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and Global Health.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, health care delivery processes, and
documentation practices
• Experience with business and information systems
• Prior experience in an academic environment
• Experience with budgets and financial planning
• Experience with event planning
To be successful as a member of the HEAL team, you will also:
• Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact an up-and-coming
Global Health organization
• Be an incredibly motivated and creative thinker- develop ideas and execute on
them.
• Ability to be self directed and comfortable with an all hands on deck, no task too
menial environment
• Be humble, diligent and committed to Global Health Equity
• Have a strong work ethic, take initiative, and require minimal direction
• Work well independently as well as part of a team
• Thrive in a fast-paced, hard working and fun environment
Application information
Position is open immediately until filled. Please send a cover letter and resume via email
to Project Coordinator Search: joseph.scarpelli@ucsf.edu. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.
HEAL is an equal opportunity employer; people of color and individuals from diverse
backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Come meet & chat with WHO – Ukraine Special Representative Friday 11/18
Come join Dr. Luigi Migliorini in CT386 from 1:00pm-2:00pm Friday November 18th!
Dr. Migliorini is an Alum of SPH and has been an adjunct faculty member in the GH Department in the past. He is currently the WHO Special Representative and Head of Country office in the Ukraine and Senior Advisor to the Regional Director of WHO in Europe.
Dr. Migliorini has extensive experience working with WHO and the UN and is excited to sit down and chat with any students who are interested.
Cape Downwinders – EH internship opportunities
Meet Diane Turco of Cape Downwinders
Learn about plans to close the Pilgrim nuclear power plant and the radiation monitoring campaign
Cape Downwinders is an all-volunteer nonprofit that investigates, educates and agitates for the immediate closure of the Pilgrim nuclear power plant. The group launched a citizens’ radiation monitoring campaign and is looking for public health students who can assist with data collection and analysis along with communication, outreach, research and education.
Diane Turco, Executive Director of Cape Downwinders, will be visiting the EH department. Join us to learn more about the community investigations on health risks related to Pilgrim, the organization’s work to safely close the power plant and internship opportunities.
Monday, November 7th
5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Talbot 4th Floor, EH Conference Room
Questions? Contact: Ruthy Rickenbacker, ruthyr@bu.edu, 617-638-5855
Partners In Health Employer Information Session
Partners In Health Employer Information Session November 17th, 1:00-2:00pm R115
"We go. We make house calls. We build health systems. We stay."
Whether to Liberia, Rwanda, or any of the countries PIH is present, PIH goes where they’re needed most. They care for patients in their homes and communities. They work in close partnership with local government officials and the world’s leading medical and academic institutions to build capacity and strengthen health systems. And they are committed to accompanying the people and communities served for the long term.
Climate Change and Environmental Health: The Impact in Low-income Countries
“Climate Change and Environmental Health: The Impact in Low-income Countries”
November 4th, 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. in BUSM L210
Speaker: Barry S. Levy, MD, MPH
Adjunct Professor of Public Health, Tufts University School of Medicine
Former President, American Public Health Association (APHA)
Co-editor, Climate Change and Public Health
This weeks:
Gijs van Seventer Environmental Health Seminar
Data Analyst – Institute for Health Metrics & Evaluation Job Opening
Questions contact Andrew Stokes. For more information and to apply click here.
| The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is a dynamic organization at the University of Washington. Its mission is to monitor global health conditions and health systems, as well as to evaluate interventions, initiatives, and reforms. IHME aims to expand the quantitative evidence base for decisions in health, empowering policymakers, donors, and researchers with the highest-quality information to best make resource decisions. IHME’s research spans multiple disciplines and policy-relevant areas including resource tracking, cost-effectiveness, forecasting, burden of disease, geospatial analysis, and impact evaluations. It has established international scientific credibility for developing innovative multidisciplinary methods and producing cutting-edge results. IHME has an outstanding opportunity for a Data Analyst in the Director’s Office. The main purpose of this position is to provide support in ensuring the highest possible scientific excellence in IHME’s work across multiple projects, a role essential to the Institute’s international credibility and continued success. This position contributes to the critical review of research results; data quality management; and overall scientific scrutiny within the Institute. By investigating and identifying potential research challenges, the Data Analyst contributes to pinpointing solutions for the timely and efficient production of high-caliber scientific and policy-relevant results. This position must develop an understanding of different research needs and analytic functions across multiple projects to best meet scientific needs across the Institute and within the Director’s Office. The Data Analyst must be able to independently translate requests into actionable results through interactions with research databases, formulation of displays of results, and development of code to be applied to a variety of quantitative data. The position calls for dexterity working with complex data and the ability to ascertain patterns within quantitative data, which may be facilitated by the use of various tools, such as data visualizations and code (e.g., Stata, Python, R). Additionally, this position will work alongside other Data Analysts on complementary projects and will require knowledge and skill sharing and collective problem-solving. Overall, the Data Analyst, Director’s Office will be a critical member of an agile, dynamic research team. Responsibilities include: Research command
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