Apply now to join GlobeMed’s national office; two full-time staff positions open
Posted on Jan 12, 2012 by Maya Cohen
We are excited to announce two full-time staff openings at GlobeMed's national office in Evanston, IL. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, though the final deadline to submit an application is Sunday, February 12, 2012. Please forward and share these opportunities widely. The estimated start date for each position is June 2012. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
More information below:
- Director of Development: Position description, responsibilities, qualifications
- Program Director: Position description, responsibilities, qualifications
- Application Process: How to apply
Available full-time position: Director of Development
The Director of Development works to secure and mobilize resources to support organizational operations and growth, in an effort to grow and strengthen the breadth, capacity, and impact of GlobeMed’s global network.
This is a full time position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, but must be willing to commit longer hours during peak periods including weekends and evenings as needed. Salary is commensurate with experience, plus health insurance.
Primary Responsibilities (Director of Development)
• Work closely with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and implement organizational Fundraising strategy (40%)
• Develop and oversee all organizational communication, including marketing materials, social media and websites (20%)
• Manage and oversee administrative processes associated with development (15%)
• Support and manage National Office student staff with communications and alumni programming (15%)
• Support Director of Partnerships on grant research and development (10%)
Required Qualifications (Director of Development)
• Minimum 2 year commitment
• Willingness to relocate to Chicago area (Evanston, IL office is 13 miles north of downtown Chicago near Northwestern University’s campus)
• Bachelors degree minimum
• Excellent writing skills with high attention to detail
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with and coordinate a variety of people (e.g. Board of Directors, other staff, donors, chapter leaders, volunteers, and informal advisors)
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Familiarity with grant writing and event planning
• High level of initiative and passion for GlobeMed’s mission
Preferred Qualifications (Director of Development)
• Experience in student leadership development and proven ability to engage and work with students; willingness to meet students outside of normal business hours
• Communications, marketing, and/or design background
Available full-time position: Program Director
This individual will be one of two Program Directors at GlobeMed's national office, helping to shape GlobeMed's programs and advising GlobeMed student leaders throughout the academic year to lead highly effective GlobeMed chapters. Additionally, he/she will help support the expansion of GlobeMed's programs including our annual national conference, year-long global health educational curriculum, and work with grassroots partners addressing health inequities around the world.
This is a full time position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, but must be willing to commit longer hours during peak periods including weekends and evenings as needed. Salary is commensurate with experience, plus health insurance.
Primary Responsibilities (Program Director)
• Advise, train, and support chapter presidents to run high-impact chapters and reach network-wide goals (50%)
• Work with the National Office to strengthen chapter programs (15%)
• Communicate chapter progress through updates and online media (15%)
• Help organize the annual GlobeMed Global Health Summit and the Leadership Institute, specifically the training of new chapter founders (10%)
• Coordinate chapter founder process and partner match process (10%)
Qualifications (Program Director)
• Minimum 2 year commitment
• Willingness to relocate to Chicago area (Evanston, IL office is 13 miles north of downtown Chicago near Northwestern University’s campus)
• Bachelors degree minimum
• Has extensive leadership experience with a GlobeMed Chapter (preferably a past president).
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Some experience counseling, tutoring, or mentoring preferred
• Creative, motivated, passionate about global health equity
• Sense of humor
Application Process
HOW TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional references
For either position, please email a cover letter (2-pages maximum), resume, and contact information for two professional references (name, relationship, phone, e-mail address, mailing address) as attachments to jobs@globemed.org.
The cover letter should indicate the position you are applying for, explain the relevance of your professional and educational experiences (especially work and experience in GlobeMed if applicable), address the requirements and responsibilities of the position, and include other important information that would make you a good fit for the position.
Individuals are welcome to apply for both the Director of Development and Program Director position. If you are interested in both positions, please submit a separate cover letter for each.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 12, 2012
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, though the final deadline to submit an application is Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 11:59 PM CST. A decision will likely be made by mid-March. Apply early!
INTERVIEW PROCESS
Finalists will be chosen for phone interviews in mid-late February. Further information, such as a writing sample, may be required at that time.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Bianca Nguyen at bianca@globemed.org for any questions about the position, requirements, qualifications, or application process.
About GlobeMed
GlobeMed is a 501(c)(3) independent non-profit based in Evanston, Illinois, with chapters at 46 universities across the United States. GlobeMed's national office engages and trains student leaders from these chapters to improve global health. Each chapter partners with a grassroots organization in a developing country to collaborate on public health projects and organize related on-campus educational programs. The GlobeMed national office identifies strong partner organizations; provides support and resources to chapters; and organizes national training events, such as the Leadership Institute and Global Health Summit; and raises funds and resources to advance our collective mission.
We are excited to announce two full-time staff openings at GlobeMed's national office in Evanston, IL. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, though the final deadline to submit an application is Sunday, February 12, 2012. Please forward and share these opportunities widely. The estimated start date for each position is June 2012. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
More information below:
- Director of Development: Position description, responsibilities, qualifications
- Program Director: Position description, responsibilities, qualifications
- Application Process: How to apply
Available full-time position: Director of Development
The Director of Development works to secure and mobilize resources to support organizational operations and growth, in an effort to grow and strengthen the breadth, capacity, and impact of GlobeMed’s global network.
This is a full time position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, but must be willing to commit longer hours during peak periods including weekends and evenings as needed. Salary is commensurate with experience, plus health insurance.
Primary Responsibilities (Director of Development)
• Work closely with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and implement organizational Fundraising strategy (40%)
• Develop and oversee all organizational communication, including marketing materials, social media and websites (20%)
• Manage and oversee administrative processes associated with development (15%)
• Support and manage National Office student staff with communications and alumni programming (15%)
• Support Director of Partnerships on grant research and development (10%)
Required Qualifications (Director of Development)
• Minimum 2 year commitment
• Willingness to relocate to Chicago area (Evanston, IL office is 13 miles north of downtown Chicago near Northwestern University’s campus)
• Bachelors degree minimum
• Excellent writing skills with high attention to detail
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with and coordinate a variety of people (e.g. Board of Directors, other staff, donors, chapter leaders, volunteers, and informal advisors)
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Familiarity with grant writing and event planning
• High level of initiative and passion for GlobeMed’s mission
Preferred Qualifications (Director of Development)
• Experience in student leadership development and proven ability to engage and work with students; willingness to meet students outside of normal business hours
• Communications, marketing, and/or design background
Available full-time position: Program Director
This individual will be one of two Program Directors at GlobeMed's national office, helping to shape GlobeMed's programs and advising GlobeMed student leaders throughout the academic year to lead highly effective GlobeMed chapters. Additionally, he/she will help support the expansion of GlobeMed's programs including our annual national conference, year-long global health educational curriculum, and work with grassroots partners addressing health inequities around the world.
This is a full time position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, but must be willing to commit longer hours during peak periods including weekends and evenings as needed. Salary is commensurate with experience, plus health insurance.
Primary Responsibilities (Program Director)
• Advise, train, and support chapter presidents to run high-impact chapters and reach network-wide goals (50%)
• Work with the National Office to strengthen chapter programs (15%)
• Communicate chapter progress through updates and online media (15%)
• Help organize the annual GlobeMed Global Health Summit and the Leadership Institute, specifically the training of new chapter founders (10%)
• Coordinate chapter founder process and partner match process (10%)
Qualifications (Program Director)
• Minimum 2 year commitment
• Willingness to relocate to Chicago area (Evanston, IL office is 13 miles north of downtown Chicago near Northwestern University’s campus)
• Bachelors degree minimum
• Has extensive leadership experience with a GlobeMed Chapter (preferably a past president).
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Some experience counseling, tutoring, or mentoring preferred
• Creative, motivated, passionate about global health equity
• Sense of humor
Application Process
HOW TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional references
For either position, please email a cover letter (2-pages maximum), resume, and contact information for two professional references (name, relationship, phone, e-mail address, mailing address) as attachments to jobs@globemed.org.
The cover letter should indicate the position you are applying for, explain the relevance of your professional and educational experiences (especially work and experience in GlobeMed if applicable), address the requirements and responsibilities of the position, and include other important information that would make you a good fit for the position.
Individuals are welcome to apply for both the Director of Development and Program Director position. If you are interested in both positions, please submit a separate cover letter for each.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 12, 2012
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, though the final deadline to submit an application is Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 11:59 PM CST. A decision will likely be made by mid-March. Apply early!
INTERVIEW PROCESS
Finalists will be chosen for phone interviews in mid-late February. Further information, such as a writing sample, may be required at that time.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Bianca Nguyen at bianca@globemed.org for any questions about the position, requirements, qualifications, or application process.
About GlobeMed
GlobeMed is a 501(c)(3) independent non-profit based in Evanston, Illinois, with chapters at 46 universities across the United States. GlobeMed's national office engages and trains student leaders from these chapters to improve global health. Each chapter partners with a grassroots organization in a developing country to collaborate on public health projects and organize related on-campus educational programs. The GlobeMed national office identifies strong partner organizations; provides support and resources to chapters; and organizes national training events, such as the Leadership Institute and Global Health Summit; and raises funds and resources to advance our collective mission.
