Director, Health Policy, Advocacy and Communication
Lead advocacy and communications for IRC's health policy initiatives.
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Overview
Lead advocacy and communications for IRC's health policy initiatives.
You have:
- A minimum of 12+ years of progressive experiences in public health, health policy and communication
- Experience researching, conducting analysis, and developing policy recommendations that bring clarity and insight to complex global health issues
- Experience developing, publishing and advancing policy solutions for health issues in humanitarian or development settings
- Experience building partnerships and engaging with partners in the health sector
- Experience managing a team and getting buy-in for ideas outside of direct management line
- Track record of publications demonstrating expertise in relevant health issues and facility with policy strategy, analysis and communications
- Extensive knowledge of global health policy issues and institutions relevant to humanitarian settings and IRC focus sub sectors
- Ability to think strategically, synthesize complex information and develop innovative policy and advocacy approaches
- Exceptionally strong communication skills including the ability to convey detailed, specialized and technical information in a ways that is clear and engaging
- Demonstrated ability to engage in high-level strategic thinking as well as detailed design, analysis and drafting
- Fluency in English is required, French is an asset
- Advanced academic degree in public health, public policy or a closely related field
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you successfully influenced a health policy. What approach did you take? | The interviewer wants to understand your strategic approach to advocacy. | Provide a specific example that outlines the steps you took. |
| How do you prioritize multiple health initiatives? | This assesses your ability to manage time and resources effectively. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've used data to shape health policy recommendations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience in collaborating with cross-cultural teams? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with donor relations. How do you approach building these relationships? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What innovative strategies have you implemented in health policy advocacy? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that your communication is effective for different audiences? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in public health advocacy, and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 10 months ago
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Updated 9 months ago
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Source:
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