Location: Africa (currently remote working)

Start date: September 2023

GBCHealth background

GBCHealth is the pre-eminent organization focused on business engagement in support of meeting global goals for health. Our vision is health equity and a global business community that contributes its assets, skills, influence and reach to create a healthier world for employees, their families, and communities. GBCHealth works with companies worldwide and with the United Nations, governments, academia, civil society & others. This September we launched future united, a global initiative harnessing the power of the private sector to fight for - and achieve - health equity, tackle the impact of climate change on health, and address antimicrobial resistance and future pandemics.

CAMA background

The Corporate Alliance on Malaria in Africa (CAMA) was launched in 2007. This GBCHealth-led initiative drives partnerships for malaria control and elimination across the continent. A coalition of companies with business interests in Africa, CAMA channels the collective force and voice of the private sector to help drive impact on malaria in Africa. CAMA’s work ranges from workplaces to region-wide initiatives, including the End Malaria Project in Nigeria. We also engage with partners on communication efforts in relation to malaria, including virtual and in-person events.

Reporting to GBCHealth CEO, the Program Director will take the lead in developing and implementing CAMA’s growth strategy, including increasing CAMA membership and creating new partnerships with Ministries of Health, End Malaria Councils and other malaria alliances across Africa.

The Program Director will also be responsible for coordinating existing CAMA relationships, overseeing the day-to-day activities of, and budget for, the Alliance and supervising the CAMA Program Officer and any CAMA interns. As part of the wider GBCHealth team, the Program Director will contribute to our broader strategy, fundraising and communications activities.

If you are an achievement-oriented, thoughtful and confident individual, ready to roll up your sleeves and tackle challenges to advance our ambitious goals, we would love to hear from you!

Your core responsibilities will include

Leadership

• Lead development of & implement CAMA’s growth strategy, including expanding CAMA membership

• Serve as malaria technical expert for CAMA members and partners; generate ideas and concept notes for events, initiatives and other activities to educate partners, drive partnerships and collective actions

• Proactively engage with existing CAMA Co-Chairs and members (through meetings, newsletters, and other activities)

• Work with senior policy makers in Ministries of Health, National Malaria Programs and End Malaria Councils to advance CAMA’s goals

• Establish effective working relationships with other key stakeholders (e.g., foundations and corporate leaders, other donors etc.) who are critical stakeholders for GBCHealth & CAMA activities

• Drive revenue and long-term financial stability of CAMA, including developing opportunities for new projects, sponsorship and partnerships

• Lead fundraising for CAMA initiatives including End Malaria Project, including contribute to the development of proposal for private sector investments & grants

• Collaborate with the wider GBCHealth team, identifying and sharing opportunities to engage CAMA members in global platforms

Marketing & Communications

• Serve as the primary spokesperson for CAMA in Africa and at international events including speaking at and / or facilitating business roundtables, national & international events, leadership meetings etc.

• Actively seek strategic partnership and event opportunities for CAMA to be represented at regional & international levels

• Develop & implement a new multimedia communications strategy for CAMA

• Identify opportunities to feature CAMA and its partners’ activities in reports & other publications

• Oversee CAMA messaging, materials, newsletters, reports, outreach, social media, events with support from GBCHealth Communication Officer

Program Management

• Manage secretariat functions for CAMA including convening meetings, reporting to partners / CAMA co-chairs and invoicing

• Continue to work with members and partners to successfully execute CAMA strategic plan (2021 – 2023)

• Lead on development of the annual workplan and budget and manage expenses

• Provide guidance in the selection, recruitment, and training of program staff; technically supervise, orient and evaluate program staff

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Master’s degree plus seven years of experience (or equivalent) in business, public health, international development, global health communications or related field

• At least three years of experience managing a team & budget

• Experience working with the private sector on malaria and / or other infectious diseases

• A track record in securing contracts, negotiating financial & other commitments from corporate sector, high-net worth individuals and other donors

• Demonstrated success in relationship building with stakeholders at C-suite / senior level

• A track record of successfully taking an idea/concept to project implementation

• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and initiatives with a diverse range of partners and stakeholders

• Ability to be productive and effective when working remotely, across different time zones

• Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills

• Thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and can meet deadlines under pressure

We would love it if you:

• Speak French

• Are proficient in communications technologies and CRM systems

• Have a track record in developing social media content for professional / work-related projects

How to Apply:

Expressions of interest should be sent to Richard Iddrisu (Richard@gbchealth.org):

Please include “CAMA Program Director” and your first and last names in the subject line. Applications should be in English and consist of:

1. CV/resume detailing professional qualifications, full employment history, latest remuneration and relevant achievements; and

2. A cover letter which contains:

• A statement of your interest in and motivation for the role

• Examples of skills, experience and personal characteristics that you believe qualify you for this position

Please submit your resume and accompanying statements as early as possible. We’ll be reviewing and short-listing candidates as applications are received.

We’re only able to respond to candidates whose qualifications and interest most closely match position requirements.

Should you have any questions and wish to discuss the role further, please contact Richard (as above).

Internship dates: 3–4-month period beginning September 2023. GBCHealth offers 3 yearly internship cycles in the spring, summer, and fall. Candidates may apply for internships taking place later in the year as applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Internship type: full- or part-time internships are available

Location: currently remote working

Join our team!

We are looking for a motivated and achievement-oriented individual who cares deeply about the health of populations globally and would welcome a chance to join our amazing team for the next 3-4 months. If you’re an undergraduate senior or a graduate student interested in working on global health initiatives and communications and have 20+ hours per week available, we’d love to hear from you.

Who we are

GBCHealth is the pre-eminent organization focused on business engagement in support of meeting global goals for health. Our vision is health equity and a global business community that contributes its assets, skills, influence and reach to create a healthier world for employees, their families, and communities. GBCHealth works with companies worldwide and with the United Nations, governments, academia, civil society & others. In September 2022 we launched future united, a global initiative harnessing the power of the private sector to fight for - and achieve - health equity, tackle the impact of climate change on health, and address antimicrobial resistance and future pandemics.

What does the role involve?

Responsibilities would include (but are not limited to):

● Conduct research on global health issues & corporate social impact initiatives in support of GBCHealth activities

● Support for GBCHealth virtual, hybrid & in-person events, such as the series of dialogues on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the Africa-UK Health Summit and World Malaria Day events in April

● Support engagement with future united award winners, such as conducting research on potential investors, tracking visibility opportunities and connections with partners

● Contribute to our programs, including the Corporate Alliance for Malaria in Africa (CAMA), through communications, research and other activities

● Assist with communications, including:

o Drafting and editing articles, case studies, etc.

o Media monitoring for relevant news and assisting with our social media activities across Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn

o Assisting in the development of other communications materials, such as briefings and presentations

o Contributing ideas for our podcast series and other multimedia communications

● Compile/edit meeting notes as needed

● Additional duties as needed

Who are we looking for?

We’re keen to hear from you if you have experience or interest in the nexus of public health & business, and would like to work with an NGO that engages individuals and organizations working across both of these sectors.

You will have:

● Excellent writing and research skills for a variety of audiences (e.g., corporate, NGO and academia)

● Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills

● Ability to work effectively in a small, distributed team environment (our team works remotely, and we are based in three continents)

● Strong organizational skills, with close attention to detail, ability to multitask and to be proactive

● Experience in managing competing priorities

● Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workplace or similar; familiarity with design software is a plus (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)

● Fluent in written and spoken English

We would love it if you also have:

● Experience using with social media for academic and/or professional communications

● Experience working in public health (either with a business or an NGO) and/or in a low- or middle-income country

● Spoken and written French and/or Spanish

Compensation

The internship is not salaried. We offer a modest stipend (the amount is dependent on your weekly time commitment of full- vs part-time) and aim to provide our interns with a rich learning experience in a dynamic global health organization.

Application details

If you think you’re a good fit, please send a resume and brief cover letter expressing why you’re interested in the role to internships@gbchealth.org. In the subject line, please enter “Internship Application – (Your Full Name).” Applications will be reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis.