DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (Remote - Worldwide), CARB-X - Military Veterans
at HERC- Upper MidWest
DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (Remote - Worldwide), CARB-X
Tracking Code: 24500624300514
Job Description
DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (Remote - Worldwide), CARB-X
Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
Remote - Worldwide, United States
Tracking Code
24500624300514
Salary Grade
Grade 51
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
CARB-X is seeking a dynamic Director of External Affairs to join our dedicated team. Working under the guidance of our Chief of External Affairs, this role will be instrumental to ensure the long-term sustainability of CARB-X and strengthen the antibacterial R&D ecosystem. Your primary responsibilities will include nurturing existing partnerships and forging new ones with government bodies, private foundations, experts and other organizations active in the global fight against drug-resistant bacterial infections, including in low- and middle-income countries. You will also play a critical role in identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities, as well as conducting thorough research to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in global health and pharmaceutical R&D. Additionally, you will be expected to represent CARB-X at international forums, effectively communicating our mission and advocating for support. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in external engagement, a strategic mindset, and a deep understanding of the global health funding ecosystem, particularly in the realms of research and development and access to medicines, vaccines and diagnostics.
The position can be entirely virtual, but the successful candidate must be able to work (at least partially) in ET and CET time zones.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant work experience
- Expertise in cultivating and maintaining partnerships with diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated success in identifying and securing funding opportunities and/or advocating effectively for global health and/or global development initiatives
- Competence in analyzing data and conducting actionable research on policy trends and developments
- Proficiency in managing and completing multiple projects simultaneously and independently
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities
- Availability to travel (an expected average of 2-4 days per month)
Preferred Skills
- In-depth knowledge of the global health funding ecosystem, particularly in the realms of research and development and access to medicines, vaccines and diagnostics
- A robust network within the global health, pharmaceutical, and AMR communities
- Experience working in diverse cultural settings, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding of global health disparities
- Fluency in additional languages beyond English
- Adept at employing digital and social media strategies to amplify communication efforts and advance external engagement objectives
But that's not all we're looking for. We want someone who embodies our values: collaboration, humility, integrity, excellence
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Required Skills
Job Location: Remote - Worldwide
Position Type:
Salary Grade: Grade 51
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/314019
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