Boston University
DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS, School of Law, CARB-X, Administration
Boston University, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (Remote - Worldwide), CARB-XCARB-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 experienceExpertise in cultivating and maintaining partnerships with diverse stakeholdersDemonstrated success in identifying and securing funding opportunities and/or advocating effectively for global health and/or global development initiativesCompetence in analyzing data and conducting actionable research on policy trends and developmentsProficiency in managing and completing multiple projects simultaneously and independentlyOutstanding interpersonal skillsExceptional verbal and written communication abilitiesAvailability 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 diagnosticsA robust network within the global health, pharmaceutical, and AMR communitiesExperience working in diverse cultural settings, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding of global health disparitiesFluency in additional languages beyond EnglishAdept at employing digital and social media strategies to amplify communication efforts and advance external engagement objectivesWe 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.Job Location:
Remote – Worldwide, United StatesPosition Type:
Full-Time/Regular
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Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant work experienceExpertise in cultivating and maintaining partnerships with diverse stakeholdersDemonstrated success in identifying and securing funding opportunities and/or advocating effectively for global health and/or global development initiativesCompetence in analyzing data and conducting actionable research on policy trends and developmentsProficiency in managing and completing multiple projects simultaneously and independentlyOutstanding interpersonal skillsExceptional verbal and written communication abilitiesAvailability 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 diagnosticsA robust network within the global health, pharmaceutical, and AMR communitiesExperience working in diverse cultural settings, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding of global health disparitiesFluency in additional languages beyond EnglishAdept at employing digital and social media strategies to amplify communication efforts and advance external engagement objectivesWe 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.Job Location:
Remote – Worldwide, United StatesPosition Type:
Full-Time/Regular
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