GlobeMed is looking for its next Executive Director
Posted on Jul 21, 2011 by Maya Cohen
GlobeMed is looking for its next Executive Director
The next Executive Director will have the opportunity to significantly advance the mission of GlobeMed, leading the vision and work from our national office. We would be delighted to hear from anyone with an interest in engaging university students to improve global health equity across the world. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. The position description follows below.
Brief organization and position description:
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.
To find out more about GlobeMed’s mission and activities, please visit www.globemed.org.
Core Responsibilities:
· Develop and oversee the implementation of GlobeMed’s strategic plan (10%).
· Develop and implement fundraising plan, raising more than $325,000 annually. Cultivate relationships with donors including individuals, corporations, and foundations and represent GlobeMed to various stakeholders (50%).
· Recruit, train and manage 3 full-time staff. Support staff in recruiting, training and managing another full-time staff member and 10 volunteer student staff /interns (20%).
· Develop and manage budget, financial/legal policies, and other administrative responsibilities as needed (10%).
· Report to and work with the Board of Directors (10%).
Required Qualifications:
· High level of initiative and passion for GlobeMed's mission
· Collaborative leadership style
· Experience leading highly effective teams and in fundraising or sales
· Minimum 2 year commitment, though longer commitments are preferred
· Willingness to relocate to Chicago area (Evanston, IL office is 13 miles north of downtown Chicago near Northwestern's campus)
· Bachelors degree minimum
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience in student leadership development and proven ability to engage and work with students; willingness to meet students outside of normal business hours
· Knowledge and understanding of global health trends
· Experience living or traveling in resource-poor settings
Benefits:
· Salary commensurate with experience
· Competitive health benefits package
· Travel to college campuses across the United States, with potential opportunity to travel internationally
· Travel to global health conferences where GlobeMed is often a visible peer engaged in conversations with corporate funders and other significant supporting organizations.
· Opportunity to shape a young, exciting organization engaging students and communities around the world
· Great leadership experience within a supportive community
Application and Interview Process:
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The job will remain posted until that time. The first deadline will be Friday, July 29, with first-round interviews taking place during the first week of August.
1) Send a cover letter and resume:
Please email your cover letter and resume as attachments to:
GlobeMed
Selection Committee
Globemed.edsearch@gmail.com
The letter should explain the relevance of your professional and educational experiences, address the requirements and responsibilities of the position, and include other important information that would make you a good fit for the position of Executive Director. Letters and resumes should be kept to 2-pages or less.
Applicants will receive a response from a selection committee member upon receipt of materials.
2) Interviews for finalists:
Finalists will be chosen for second-round interviews taking place in early August. Further information such as writing samples may be requested at that time.
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. A decision will be made in August.
GlobeMed is looking for its next Executive Director
The next Executive Director will have the opportunity to significantly advance the mission of GlobeMed, leading the vision and work from our national office. We would be delighted to hear from anyone with an interest in engaging university students to improve global health equity across the world. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. The position description follows below.
Brief organization and position description:
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.
To find out more about GlobeMed’s mission and activities, please visit www.globemed.org.
Core Responsibilities:
· Develop and oversee the implementation of GlobeMed’s strategic plan (10%).
· Develop and implement fundraising plan, raising more than $325,000 annually. Cultivate relationships with donors including individuals, corporations, and foundations and represent GlobeMed to various stakeholders (50%).
· Recruit, train and manage 3 full-time staff. Support staff in recruiting, training and managing another full-time staff member and 10 volunteer student staff /interns (20%).
· Develop and manage budget, financial/legal policies, and other administrative responsibilities as needed (10%).
· Report to and work with the Board of Directors (10%).
Required Qualifications:
· High level of initiative and passion for GlobeMed's mission
· Collaborative leadership style
· Experience leading highly effective teams and in fundraising or sales
· Minimum 2 year commitment, though longer commitments are preferred
· Willingness to relocate to Chicago area (Evanston, IL office is 13 miles north of downtown Chicago near Northwestern's campus)
· Bachelors degree minimum
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience in student leadership development and proven ability to engage and work with students; willingness to meet students outside of normal business hours
· Knowledge and understanding of global health trends
· Experience living or traveling in resource-poor settings
Benefits:
· Salary commensurate with experience
· Competitive health benefits package
· Travel to college campuses across the United States, with potential opportunity to travel internationally
· Travel to global health conferences where GlobeMed is often a visible peer engaged in conversations with corporate funders and other significant supporting organizations.
· Opportunity to shape a young, exciting organization engaging students and communities around the world
· Great leadership experience within a supportive community
Application and Interview Process:
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The job will remain posted until that time. The first deadline will be Friday, July 29, with first-round interviews taking place during the first week of August.
1) Send a cover letter and resume:
Please email your cover letter and resume as attachments to:
GlobeMed
Selection Committee
Globemed.edsearch@gmail.com
The letter should explain the relevance of your professional and educational experiences, address the requirements and responsibilities of the position, and include other important information that would make you a good fit for the position of Executive Director. Letters and resumes should be kept to 2-pages or less.
Applicants will receive a response from a selection committee member upon receipt of materials.
2) Interviews for finalists:
Finalists will be chosen for second-round interviews taking place in early August. Further information such as writing samples may be requested at that time.
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. A decision will be made in August.
