Project manager, policy and Advocacy Lead

Do you want to contribute to better health for all?

In a collaboration between Karolinska Institutet, the University of Gothenburg, Umeå University and Uppsala University, you will have an opportunity to be involved in developing the new initiative Centre for Global Transformation for Health. The position provides the opportunity to strengthen the Swedish resource base for improvements in global health, in a framework of Agenda 2030. You will also contribute to the high-level report launch of the Lancet-SIGHT Commission on Peaceful Societies through Health and Gender Equality.

Your mission

The Policy and Advocacy Lead is responsible for strategic planning, developing and managing international partnerships across sectors, internal and external communications, policy outreach and engagement, financial management, and event planning and logistics for the Lancet-SIGHT Commission. In addition, the Policy and Advocacy Lead will contribute to the strategic planning, coordination, and logistics of the new Centre for Global Transformation for Health.

Your profile

We seek candidates with the following qualifications:

Requirements:

University degree or equivalent professional experience in global health, public health, public policy, or another field relevant to the Lancet-SIGHT Commission
Extensive professional experience in policy and advocacy in global health or relevant field
Experience effectively managing a Lancet Commission or similar type of large, international consortium
Demonstrated success in developing and managing international partnerships across sectors with a range of partners
Professional communications and event planning experience in the field of global health or relevant field
Fluency in English, in both speech and writing

Meritorious:

Expertise in linking research and evidence to policy and practice in global health or relevant field
Experience collaborating with a range of partners in Sweden, including research institutes, universities, international organizations, and policymakers
Specialized in grant and financial management
Strong track record in fundraising
Strong writing skills for policy and research audiences

As a person, you are meticulous, structured, driven and have the ability to quickly familiarize yourself with new tasks. We attach great importance to personal suitability and constellation of the team.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 2023-02-02.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form. Interviews take place continuously during the application period.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all