Deadline: 11 December 2016
Open to: Swiss or EU applicants who obtained Bachelors or Master degree
Remuneration: 1000 CHF (930 EUR) per month
Open to: Swiss or EU applicants who obtained Bachelors or Master degree
Remuneration: 1000 CHF (930 EUR) per month
Description
The World Heart Federation is a global health NGO based in
Geneva, focusing on cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart disease and
stroke. They are a small organization creating a big impact in global health,
leading an ambitious drive to achieve a 25% reduction in premature CVD by the
year 2025.
Currently, there is an opportunity for a focused and
committed Advocacy Intern to join our dynamic Advocacy Team. They offer
experience in a high-achieving, international environment, with opportunities
to engage with the World Health Organization and other UN Agencies.
The role will support the delivery of the 2017 Advocacy
Strategy, including the following tasks:
Contribute to the preparation and drafting of WHF policy and
research papers, briefs, consultation responses, advocacy publications and
communications articles;
Synthesize reports and summarize documents for internal
distribution;
Attend WHF team meetings, external meetings and webinars,
taking notes as required;
Provide logistical support for external events and meetings,
such as the WHO Executive Board and World Health Assembly and engagement with
WHF member organizations;
Provide administrative support in maintaining advocacy team
contacts database;
Support ongoing WHF rheumatic heart disease initiatives,
including project work;
Contribute to preparation and drafting of content for RHD
Action website;
Any other appropriate task, as agreed upon by the supervisor.
Eligibility
Candidates with a demonstrated interest in non-communicable
diseases (NCDs), global health and development;
Excellent writing and communications skills in English
(additional languages a valuable asset);
Excellent team-working and collaborative skills;
Excellent time-management and organizational skills;
Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit, willingness to
innovate, and flexibility;
Ability to conduct research independently with a keen eye
for detail;
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural setting;
Proficient in MS Office, advanced internet literacy.
Experience
Recently completed undergraduate Bachelor’s degree or
Master’s degree achieved, with excellent results;
Talented applicants with an academic background in both
humanities and sciences will be considered.
Remuneration
Stipend: 1,000 CHF (930 EUR) per month;
Contract: The Advocacy Intern will join the team for 6
months at 40 hours/wk, starting from 09 January 2017.
How to Apply?
Please send a cover letter (max. 1 page) and CV (max. 2
pages) to Ms. Joanna Markbreiter (Policy & Advocacy Manager) at joanna.markbreiter@worldheart.org by 05
December 2016. Due to visa limitations, we regret that only Swiss or EU
applications will be considered.
Interviews will be conducted from 07-09 December 2016.
More information on the official website.
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