Project coordinator

Do you want to contribute to better health for all?

The Department of Global Public Health is an interdisciplinary institution that aims to advance knowledge on how to improve population health at local, national and global level. Research at the department aims to identify the determinants of health, develop and evaluate individual and structural interventions, and provide evidence for guidelines and policy documents. Many of the department's researchers are scientific advisors to authorities and other decision-makers at regional, national and international level. The department has 10 research groups, about 100 research students and about 140 employees.

The Department of Global Public Health administratively hosts a Secretariat contributing to the development of a Centre for Global Transformation for Health – a new collaboration between Karolinska Institutet, the University of Gothenburg, Umeå University, and Uppsala University that aims to leverage Swedish universities to lead transformation for sustainable health for all.

The project is an opportunity to work with the planning of a unique change work which today includes four Swedish universities with the aim to strengthen Sweden´s voice in global health by transforming education, linking researchers, and partnering with stakeholders for sustainable health for all.

Your mission

The Project Coordinator will serve as a member of the Secretariat. It currently consists of a Secretariat Manager, a Centre Developer, and a Project Manager (who will go on parental leave in July).

The Secretariat is responsible for providing support to a Working Group, consisting of representatives from the four universities, in the development of the Centre. The Working Group reports to a steering group represented by the presidents of the four universities.

The Secretariat work as a tightly knitted team carrying out operations to inform the development of the Centre; including developing materials to inform the work of the Working Group, mapping exercises, developing, and beginning the operationalization of the Centre, and fundraising. The Project Coordinator will support these tasks, including by conducting desk research and analyses on relevant topics, preparing memos and reports for the Working Group and Partners, planning, and facilitating meetings, and providing general logistical support.

Your profile

As we work with multiple organisations, it is required that you are flexible and have the ability to quickly adjust and deliver, sometimes with short lead times. You are good at identifying project needs and understanding how to best provide support based on varying conditions and goals. In your work, you largely need to be independent and take your own initiative based on the needs that exist. You are meticulous, structured, driven, and have the ability to quickly familiarize yourself with new tasks. We attach great importance to personal suitability and the constellation of the team.

We seek candidates with the following qualifications:

Requirements:

Master’s degree in public health, global health, or a related field.
Professional experience in the area of global sustainable development and project coordination.
Demonstrated professional experience in planning, supporting, and facilitating partner outreach and meetings.
Documented proficiency skills in notetaking, preparing quality meeting summaries, and supporting internal group communication.
Excellent writing skills and experience preparing memos and reports for academic, donor, and general audiences.
Experience preparing high-quality meeting reports.
Fluency in English, in both speech and writing.

Meritorious:

Knowledge about higher education, research, and academic outreach in Sweden.
Experience contributing to ambitious, multi-stakeholder initiatives, including at the early stages of development.
Experience conducting desk-based research and analyses, including key informant interviews, and summarizing research findings.

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 July 2rd 2023.

This is a fixed term position until December 31, 2023, with a possible extension. Candidates should have a legal status that allows for work in Sweden.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews will take place in August with a start date as soon as possible.

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.

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