About MSF USA Doctors Without Borders

Role Overview

The Global Health Strategic Advocacy and Campaign Specialist will jointly lead the conceptualization development and execution of public facing advocacy and campaigning strategies for Global Health Advocacy and Policy (GHAP) teams work in the United States alongside the Director of Global Health Advocacy and Policy and with the support individual dossier leads with the GHAP team. They will work to coordinate the public advocacy and presentation of various dossiers of the team including through the development and management of the teams presence on MSFs website the conceptualization and development of non-technical public facing materials and as the focal point for public facing campaigns within the United States. They will also serve as the primary liaison between the Global Health Advocacy and Policy team and the MSF USA Communications department related to these areas.

Department Accountabilities

Support for MSF Medical and Humanitarian Programs

The Programs Department supports the medical humanitarian programs of the MSF Movement in different ways. Each unit contributes to one or more of these responsibilities:

• Advocacy and Representation in support of Operations develop strategies to influence public policy debates and private bilateral engagements on behalf of MSF.
• Research Analysis and Data Management in support of Operations direct perform or facilitate research to address questions posed by Operations. Track and analyze specific policies and practices of governments multilateral organizations and others as requested by Operations.
• Grantmaking in support of MSF medical humanitarian programs and movement initiatives.
• Monitoring of the Regulatory Environment - engages with regulatory issues affecting Programs to ensure grant-making compliance and inform Operations and the International Legal Department.
• Monitoring of the Policy Environment: Engages with Policy issues to ensure information sharing and action based on the movements medical and operational needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Identify analyze plan and implement actions designed to engage with external and internal stakeholders to support medical humanitarian programming.
• Contribution to Medical Operational Humanitarian Projects - contributes to the management and implementation of specific medical operational humanitarian discreet projects managed by MSF USA.
• US representation engagement and collaboration represents domestic social mission external relationships on behalf of the medical operational entities of the movement to create maintain and expand stakeholder engagement.

Roles Specific Outcomes

Connectivity

Champion constant stakeholder dialogue both internally and externally by modeling the behavior of staying engaged with key stakeholders both inside and outside the organization.

Public/Government Relations Campaign Planning

Develop tactical public campaigns to assist in the achievement of campaign and organizational goals.

Public/Government Relations Campaign Execution

Execute a public campaign plan to advance the achievement of organizational goals and needs.

Internal and External Stakeholder Management

Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans for projects to identify relevant stakeholders to develop positive stakeholder relationships and to ensure that each stakeholder has an appropriate share of voice..

Stakeholder Engagement

Contribute to stakeholder engagement through identifying stakeholders finding out their needs/issues/concern and reacting to these by arranging meetings and events and drafting supporting materials to promote understanding and commitment.

Project Reporting and Review

Manage the project review process; provide stakeholders with accurate and relevant information and key recommendations at agreed review points to enable them to evaluate progress and agree on change

These core accountabilities should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.

Complexity and Problem-Solving Skills

• Ability to work cooperatively in a cross-cultural setting with long-distance working relationships
• Strong facilitation project management and organizational skills

Behavioral Competencies

THOUGHT: How MSF USA staff understand the organization manage complexity and contribute by creating the new and different

People Focus

Builds strong relationships and delivers solutions geared to aiding others. Solicits feedback and data; conveys a clear understanding of the level of service the team is providing; takes action when standards are not met by team; aligns processes with organizational needs.

Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.

Global Perspective

Takes a broad view when approaching issues using a global lens. Shows global thinking at work; adjusts organizational practices to meet the unique needs of different regions or countries. Uses a broad perspective when addressing issues and challenges.

Cultivates Innovation

Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Approaches professional work in unique or innovative ways. Offers original ideas. Appreciates others creative ideas and solutions and provides helpful input to enhance them.

Strategic Mindset

Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.

RESULTS: MSF USA staff achieve results by cultivating a forward-thinking environment that produces solutions for changing stakeholder needs

Drives Results

Consistently achieves results even under tough circumstances. Regularly pushes self to achieve outstanding outcomes; consistently establishes bold goals for own performance; is passionate about excellent results and significant contributions. Shows great tenacity to complete goals/initiatives in a timely way.

Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.

PEOPLE: MSF USA staff understand their impact on others through collaboration and inclusion of different perspectives to achieve common goals.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages us versus them thinking; shows appreciation for others ideas and input.

Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly concisely and professionally when speaking or writing.

Values Differences

Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Confronts stereotyping and offensive comments promptly. Consistently behaves with great sensitivity toward differences in cultural norms expectations and ways of communicating.

Builds Effective Teams

Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

Manages Conflict

Handles conflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.

Builds Networks

Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

Drives Vision and Purpose

Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.

SELF: MSF USA staff demonstrate self-awareness by having an open mindset and by continuously seeking opportunities to learn grow and improve.

Instills Trust

Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity. Models honesty and authenticity and encourages others to be up front with one another. Demonstrates reliability and places a strong emphasis on the team meeting its commitments. Fairly represents others positions.

Manages Ambiguity

Operates effectively even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Responds effectively to unclear situations seeks to resolve ambiguity and make progress. Seeks guidance on how to adapt to changes responds with appropriate composure and effectiveness.

Situational Adaptability

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients constituents and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.

Being Resilient

Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Technical Competencies

Plans and Aligns

Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with MSF-USA goals.

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.

Tech Savvy

Anticipating and adopting innovations in organizational digital and technology applications.

Data Collection and Analysis

The ability and skill to determine and analyze trends from data that is collected to assist in compiling reports that will help in decision-making.

Project Management Skills

The ability and skill to plan and manage small project work assignments within desired cost time and quality parameters.

Presentation and Written Communication Skills

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients constituents and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.

Organizational Insight

Applying knowledge of MSF-USA and the industry to advance the organizations goals.

Supervisory Responsibility

• May manage Global Health Advocacy and Policy team interns carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing hiring and training intern or volunteers; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

At a minimum the Job Holder should possess:

• Degree in communications public health political science social science or equivalent
• At least 5-8 years of experience in developing and executing advocacy strategies and public-facing campaigns preferably at global level in the not-for-profit sector

• Excellent knowledge of US government landscape US-based and multilateral global health actors and the access to medicines movement

• Experience liaising with members of governments pharmaceutical companies NGOs and/or multi-lateral organizations as an asset

campaigning strategies for Global Health Advocacy and Policy (GHAP) teams work in the United States alongside the Director of Global Health Advocacy and Policy and with the support individual dossier leads with the GHAP team. They will work to coordinate the public advocacy and presentation of various dossiers of the team including through the development and management of the teams presence on MSFs website the conceptualization and development of non-technical public facing materials and as the focal point for public facing campaigns within the United States. They will also serve as the primary liaison between the Global Health Advocacy and Policy team and the MSF USA Communications department related to these areas.

Department Accountabilities

Support for MSF Medical and Humanitarian Programs

The Programs Department supports the medical humanitarian programs of the MSF Movement in different ways. Each unit contributes to one or more of these responsibilities:

• Advocacy and Representation in support of Operations develop strategies to influence public policy debates and private bilateral engagements on behalf of MSF.
• Research Analysis and Data Management in support of Operations direct perform or facilitate research to address questions posed by Operations. Track and analyze specific policies and practices of governments multilateral organizations and others as requested by Operations.
• Grantmaking in support of MSF medical humanitarian programs and movement initiatives.
• Monitoring of the Regulatory Environment - engages with regulatory issues affecting Programs to ensure grant-making compliance and inform Operations and the International Legal Department.
• Monitoring of the Policy Environment: Engages with Policy issues to ensure information sharing and action based on the movements medical and operational needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Identify analyze plan and implement actions designed to engage with external and internal stakeholders to support medical humanitarian programming.
• Contribution to Medical Operational Humanitarian Projects - contributes to the management and implementation of specific medical operational humanitarian discreet projects managed by MSF USA.
• US representation engagement and collaboration represents domestic social mission external relationships on behalf of the medical operational entities of the movement to create maintain and expand stakeholder engagement.

Roles Specific Outcomes

Connectivity

Champion constant stakeholder dialogue both internally and externally by modeling the behavior of staying engaged with key stakeholders both inside and outside the organization.

Public/Government Relations Campaign Planning

Develop tactical public campaigns to assist in the achievement of campaign and organizational goals.

Public/Government Relations Campaign Execution

Execute a public campaign plan to advance the achievement of organizational goals and needs.

Internal and External Stakeholder Management

Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans for projects to identify relevant stakeholders to develop positive stakeholder relationships and to ensure that each stakeholder has an appropriate share of voice..

Stakeholder Engagement

Contribute to stakeholder engagement through identifying stakeholders finding out their needs/issues/concern and reacting to these by arranging meetings and events and drafting supporting materials to promote understanding and commitment.

Project Reporting and Review

Manage the project review process; provide stakeholders with accurate and relevant information and key recommendations at agreed review points to enable them to evaluate progress and agree on change

These core accountabilities should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.

Complexity and Problem-Solving Skills

• Ability to work cooperatively in a cross-cultural setting with long-distance working relationships
• Strong facilitation project management and organizational skills

Behavioral Competencies

THOUGHT: How MSF USA staff understand the organization manage complexity and contribute by creating the new and different

People Focus

Builds strong relationships and delivers solutions geared to aiding others. Solicits feedback and data; conveys a clear understanding of the level of service the team is providing; takes action when standards are not met by team; aligns processes with organizational needs.

Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.

Global Perspective

Takes a broad view when approaching issues using a global lens. Shows global thinking at work; adjusts organizational practices to meet the unique needs of different regions or countries. Uses a broad perspective when addressing issues and challenges.

Cultivates Innovation

Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Approaches professional work in unique or innovative ways. Offers original ideas. Appreciates others creative ideas and solutions and provides helpful input to enhance them.

Strategic Mindset

Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.

RESULTS: MSF USA staff achieve results by cultivating a forward-thinking environment that produces solutions for changing stakeholder needs

Drives Results

Consistently achieves results even under tough circumstances. Regularly pushes self to achieve outstanding outcomes; consistently establishes bold goals for own performance; is passionate about excellent results and significant contributions. Shows great tenacity to complete goals/initiatives in a timely way.

Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.

PEOPLE: MSF USA staff understand their impact on others through collaboration and inclusion of different perspectives to achieve common goals.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages us versus them thinking; shows appreciation for others ideas and input.

Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly concisely and professionally when speaking or writing.

Values Differences

Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Confronts stereotyping and offensive comments promptly. Consistently behaves with great sensitivity toward differences in cultural norms expectations and ways of communicating.

Builds Effective Teams

Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

Manages Conflict

Handles conflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.

Builds Networks

Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

Drives Vision and Purpose

Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.

SELF: MSF USA staff demonstrate self-awareness by having an open mindset and by continuously seeking opportunities to learn grow and improve.

Instills Trust

Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity. Models honesty and authenticity and encourages others to be up front with one another. Demonstrates reliability and places a strong emphasis on the team meeting its commitments. Fairly represents others positions.

Manages Ambiguity

Operates effectively even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Responds effectively to unclear situations seeks to resolve ambiguity and make progress. Seeks guidance on how to adapt to changes responds with appropriate composure and effectiveness.

Situational Adaptability

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients constituents and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.

Being Resilient

Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Technical Competencies

Plans and Aligns

Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with MSF-USA goals.

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.

Tech Savvy

Anticipating and adopting innovations in organizational digital and technology applications.

Data Collection and Analysis

The ability and skill to determine and analyze trends from data that is collected to assist in compiling reports that will help in decision-making.

Project Management Skills

The ability and skill to plan and manage small project work assignments within desired cost time and quality parameters.

Presentation and Written Communication Skills

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients constituents and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.

Organizational Insight

Applying knowledge of MSF-USA and the industry to advance the organizations goals.

Supervisory Responsibility

• May manage Global Health Advocacy and Policy team interns carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing hiring and training intern or volunteers; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

At a minimum the Job Holder should possess:

• Degree in communications public health political science social science or equivalent
• At least 5-8 years of experience in developing and executing advocacy strategies and public-facing campaigns preferably at global level in the not-for-profit sector

• Excellent knowledge of US government landscape US-based and multilateral global health actors and the access to medicines movement

• Experience liaising with members of governments pharmaceutical companies NGOs and/or multi-lateral organizations as an asset

Location

New York NY or Washington DC (On-site or Hybrid; Hybrid In Office is Tuesdays and Wednesdays)

This role is based in either our New York or DC office.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally

COMPENSATION

$88822 to $133233; In alignment with MSF USAs compensation framework new hires are generally offered between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on relevant experience skills and internal equity.

We do not accept phone calls or emails during the recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse impartial and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression sexual orientation race religion age national origin disability marital status pregnancy status veteran status genetic information or any other differences as per applicable laws.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at .

We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.