Country: United States of America
Closing date: 14 Apr 2017
Overview
MSH is a nonprofit international health organization with nearly 2,500 people from over 74 nationalities working in over 40 countries. Our mission: Saving lives and improving the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Together with our partners, we are helping managers and leaders in developing countries to create stronger management systems that improve health services for the greatest health impact.
MSH’s Policy, Advocacy & Communications (PAC) team furthers the organization’s mission by raising global health priorities before global and U.S. decision makers, advocating for increased health resource commitments, and communicating MSH’s expertise and impact. Leveraging MSH’s evidence-based, field-driven expertise, our team supports issues, legislation, and appropriations that enable our partners in developing countries to create stronger management systems and improve access to services.
Specific Responsibilities
- Attend hearings, conferences, briefings, meetings and events. Write up event notes.
- Assist the P&A team in preparing for meetings with congressional staff, administration staff, and other NGOs.
- Conduct desk research on international development and global health issues.
- Draft articles for MSH’s internal newsletter and external blog
- Assist with organizing internal and external events, such as congressional staff briefings.
- Assist with administrative tasks when necessary.
Qualifications and Experience
- Students majoring in public health, public policy, international relations, international development or related subjects
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (Graduate students preferred).
- Commitment of working two days per week.
- A basic understanding of and an interest in global health policy and/or issues.
- Posses strong organizational, research, writing, and communication skills.
- Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail oriented.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work proactively and independently, as well as part of a team.
What are the student takeaways:
- Hands-on exposure to global health advocacy through attendance of meetings, conferences, and events
- Event planning and organizational skills
- Participation in professional development and educational events and trainings
Please note:
- Internship candidates must be full or part time students earning university credit for their internship.
- This is an unpaid internship and candidates are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
- Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample with their application. Applicants missing these materials will not be considered.
How to apply:
https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/9483/policy%2c-advocacy-%26-communications-summer-intern/job