Vital Strategies is an international public health organization. Our programs strengthen public health systems and address the world’s leading causes of illness, injury and death. We currently work in 73 countries, supporting data-driven decision making in government, advancing evidence-based public health policies, and mounting strategic communication campaigns. Vital Strategies’ priorities are driven by the greatest potential to improve and save lives. They include non-communicable disease prevention, tobacco control, road safety, obesity prevention, overdose prevention, environmental health, and vital statistics systems building. Our programs are primarily concentrated in low- and middle-income countries in Africa, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Please visit our website at www.vitalstrategies.org to find out more about our work.
At Vital Strategies, we believe that everyone, everywhere, deserves to be protected by a strong public health system. That means striving to build a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which we serve. Vital Strategies is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. Vital Strategies does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Lead Poisoning Prevention Program:
Vital Strategies is expanding our program that addresses the issue of lead poisoning in low- and middle-income countries. We plan to build upon existing efforts and interest by collaborating with governmental agencies in countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to strengthen health systems and build local expertise in childhood lead exposure to enact sound, cost-effective policies to address exposures.
Job Purpose:
The position of Program Associate for the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, Ghana is a new position for Vital Strategies. The Program Associate will offer administrative, operational and logistical support to the Program Manager including assisting with procuring and contracting goods and services, scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars, coordinating travel and logistics, and planning events, among other duties. This role involves coordinating with the program team, government officials (as needed for operations), and field surveillance teams.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Operations –
Administrative Support –
Financial Coordination –
Stakeholder Coordination –
Documentation –
Qualifications:
Education –
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Experience:
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Preferred –
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
How to Apply (EXTERNALLY):
Vital Strategies has engaged Ethio Jobs for this search. To learn more about this opportunity and apply, please use the link below. We will continue to receive and review applications until the position is filled.
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