Senior Specialist, Global Health Security
Company: Research Triangle Institute
Location: Durham
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Research Triangle Institute (RTI) has over 30 years' experience
assisting governments, communities, and the private sector. As a
not-for-profit, independent research institute based in North
Carolina, USA, RTI has roughly 5,000 employees with global
experience implementing international development projects. The
Global Health Division (GHD) currently has a staff of over 400 and
works in over 25 countries. GHD implements broad-based programs in
health systems strengthening, infectious diseases, neglected
tropical diseases, and non-communicable diseases. -RTI's Global
Health Division is seeking a -Global Health Security Senior
Specialist to provide technical and programmatic support and help
RTI to successfully expand its existing programming in public
health preparedness, pandemic response, and health security. - -As
a member of the Global Health Security Practice Area, the position
offers the opportunity for significant professional growth in and
contribution to areas including:Business and proposal development
to support growth and impact of the practice area. Provision of
technical support and assistance in public health preparedness,
strengthening LMICs' strategies and policies, as well as national
and sub-national infectious disease programs planning,
implementation and monitoring. Donor-funded program management and
implementation. -The position will report to the Director of Global
Health Security. It would be based in Washington, DC or the
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (RTI headquarters) or
teleworking within the U.S. The position will be expected to travel
internationally up to 30% of the time when COVID restrictions are
lifted. include but are not limited to:Business Development and
Growth (60%)
- Support the conceptualization and
development of proposals, concept notes, and expressions of
interest for global health opportunities.Assist with capture,
partner identification and development, and other business
development activities for global health opportunities.
- Contribute to design and methodology development aligned with
health systems and public health preparedness best
practices.Technical Assistance and Project Management (40%)
- Provide technical assistance to global
health projects, including field-based short-term technical
assistance. Contribute to the development and adaptation of
existing technical approaches and tools.Support management of
learning around public health preparedness programming, approaches,
and best practices.
- Provide technical contributions through articles, blogs, and
presentations to USAID, clients, and peer organizations.
- Support the management of donor-funded programming
Bachelor's Degree in public health,
economics, political science, international relations, or related
field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; or
master's degree in public administration, public health, or related
field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work
experience.Demonstrated experience performing business/proposal
development roles for USAID-funded opportunities. Demonstrated
knowledge of global health projects funded by USAID, CDC, or other
key donors in the international development sector.Experience
working in one or more health technical areas: TB; HIV; EIDs,
global health security agenda and emerging infections; maternal and
child; or integrated health service delivery. Demonstrated short-
or long-term experience working in developing country contexts on
issues relating to infectious disease prevention and control,
health systems strengthening, or disease surveillance. Must be
eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience supporting project
management and administration for USG-funded programming.Ability to
work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
under pressure.Ability to work collaboratively in teams.Excellent
knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.Excellent oral
and written communication skills as well as interpersonal
skills.#LI-DT1As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to
and belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets
where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture,
background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship
status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI
policy.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Further information is available .RTI International is an
independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving
the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that
demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach and one that
integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences,
engineering, and international development. We believe in the
promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on
that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses
around the world. For more information, visit .For USA Job Postings
Only: RTI participates in the US Government E-Verify program.
Further information regarding the E-Verify program and laws that
are designed to protect you against discrimination relating to your
legal right to work in the US can be found .For San Francisco, CA
USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance
Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records. Further information is
available . -The anticipated pay range for this role is listed
below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by
location as a geographic differential may be applied to some
locations within the United States.RTI considers multiple factors
when making an offer including, for example: established salary
range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of
work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is
merely one element to our offer.At RTI, we demonstrate our
commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a
total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a
competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit
based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust
recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of
insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and
long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such
as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial
assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments,
financial reimbursement for education and developmental
opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other
offerings to support a healthy work-life
balance.$70,000-$86,000
Keywords: Research Triangle Institute, Durham , Senior Specialist, Global Health Security, Other , Durham, North Carolina
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