Voices Program Coordinator – Center Integration Science in Global Health Equity

Voices Program Coordinator

The Voices Program Coordinator (Coordinator) plays a pivotal role in ensuring the work of the Center and the NCDI Poverty Network reflects and benefits from the insights and expertise of persons living with severe, chronic conditions in low- and lower-middle income countries. They will nurture grassroots connections between people living with type 1 diabetes, sickle cell disease, and childhood heart disease in countries where the Network funds programs;

and connecting this growing movement with complementary work being driven at the global level. The Coordinator will report to the CIS Senior Director of Advancement, and interact with the Center's Policy and Programs teams on a regular basis.

Manage communications with 15+ Voices advocates, including meeting calendar invitations and agendas; meeting reminders;
Network updates; and professional development opportunities. Prepare slide decks and program materials for Voices meetings, application cycle, and mini grants program. Support the same for quarterly Advocacy Working Group meetings. Run annual application process for Voices; new Voices on-boarding; and monthly meetings for Voices. Communicate and coordinate with guest speakers and trainers working with the Voices advocates.

Utilize the hospital system's tech stack thoughtfully to organize program materials and documents; and communicate asynchronously with Voices advocates and internal stakeholders. Maintain an accurate, up-to-date record of advocate contacts and status in the Center's CRM system.

Build and maintain relationships with each member of the Voices program. Serve as the primary point of contact for the Voices for PEN-Plus advocates. Proactively identify opportunities for Voices advocates to participate in the Network and/or speak on behalf of the Network. Collaborate with Communications colleagues and partners to develop assets beneficial to advocacy goals, campaigns, and coalition-building (eg resource library;

social media content and toolkits; training materials).

Education:

Bachelor's Degree related field of study required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.

Experience:

Program support or program management experience 1-2 years required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously. Basic financial/accounting skills. Strong oral and written communication skills.

5+ years' experience in program coordination, including at least 2 years' experience involved with advocacy programs and advocates at a peer-to-peer and/or grassroots level. Knowledge of the NCD and global health advocacy space: primary issues, major players, convenings, and literature. Bias for action and inclusivity. Organized and a strong communicator, both verbal and written. A passion for global health and social justice.

Lived experience with Type 1 Diabetes, Sickle Cell Disease, and/or Childhood Heart Disease. MD, MPH, RN, or other graduate-level training in clinical service or public health.