Junior Associate, Communications & Advocacy

Junior AssociateIf 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 PositionJunior 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.ResponsibilitiesContribute to the research and writing of strategy memos, media materials and issue briefsMonitor and analyze media coverage and advocate conversations about global health issuesProvide logistics support for conferences, meetings and events that GHS organizes on behalf of clientsManage databases of global health media, policymakers and opinion leadersAssist GHS staff with project management (e.g., drafting meeting minutes, updating work plans, tracking budgets)Training and DevelopmentWeekly support with a manager; monthly mentorship with member of the GHS senior management teamAccess to skills trainings, reading list, and lunch and learns with leaders in the global health fieldPotential sponsorship to attend global health events in NYCOpportunity to become an expert on a particular issue within global healthRequirements and QualificationsBachelors Degree in Communications, Journalism, Global Health, or International PolicyExperience (internship) at a PR agency or related agencyClear, concise, and effective communicator and writerEntrepreneurial, innovative, and passionate about improving global healthDemonstrated experience with communications and advocacy on digital media platforms is a big plusValuable ExperienceInternship in a communications or social media capacity at a Global Health organizationLeadership positions on campusAbout Global Health StrategiesGlobal 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