Junior Associate, Communications & Advocacy

***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 About Global Health Strategies Global Health Strategies (GHS) is a global health and development communications and advocacy consultancy. We use research, advocacy and storytelling to inspire action on key policies, funding and programs — working with leading philanthropies, multilateral organizations, pharmaceutical companies, NGOs, and governments around the world. Our work spans infectious diseases, universal health coverage, women's and girls' health, climate and agriculture, gender equality, and more. On any given day, our teams are drafting op-eds for senior global health leaders, building coalitions to drive new policy commitments, running communications for major international conferences, and creating campaigns that put critical issues in front of the audiences that can act on them. We do this work across offices in New York, London, Geneva, Nairobi, Johannesburg, New Delhi, Rio de Janeiro, and beyond. NYC Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr globalhealthstrategies