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Advanced the overall vision and mission of WTEP, moving forward the organization’s priorities, strategies and directives, while also expanding its visibility and thought leadership. Led, managed and oversaw all strategic, programmatic and financial operations of the organization. Built, implemented, maintained, engaged and directed highly-targeted, effective program development on identified priority areas, partnerships across various sectors, and formulated and led an advocacy agenda and its… Show more Advanced the overall vision and mission of WTEP, moving forward the organization’s priorities, strategies and directives, while also expanding its visibility and thought leadership. Led, managed and oversaw all strategic, programmatic and financial operations of the organization. Built, implemented, maintained, engaged and directed highly-targeted, effective program development on identified priority areas, partnerships across various sectors, and formulated and led an advocacy agenda and its implementation. Provided overall direction and management of the organization’s staff, budget and resources. Cultivated donor relations, engaged and oversaw fundraising activities, represented the continuum of priorities and objectives of WTEP from research and other science-based activities through program implementation, and leading organizational positioning, strategy, and advocacy. Represented and served as spokesperson for WTEP at all levels – through direct public, private and non-profit sector engagement and partnerships; UN and multilateral organization collaboration; high-level governmental, policymaker, and stakeholder dialogue; and key venues and platforms. Show less

Advised various leading entities on key issues impacting global health programmatic and policy matters. Provided counsel on a range of topics impacting the UN system and multilateral organizations.

Served as organizational lead in developing institutional planning, regulatory policy and advocacy formulation, and the execution of key strategies and priorities on issues impacting maternal and child health, non-communicable disease, global health security, health systems, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, neglected tropical diseases, and global health funding. Organizational focal point with the UN, multilateral organizations, the U.S. Government and all relevant global and domestic… Show more Served as organizational lead in developing institutional planning, regulatory policy and advocacy formulation, and the execution of key strategies and priorities on issues impacting maternal and child health, non-communicable disease, global health security, health systems, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, neglected tropical diseases, and global health funding. Organizational focal point with the UN, multilateral organizations, the U.S. Government and all relevant global and domestic stakeholders. Cultivated and maintained regular collaborative relations with high-level government officials, multilateral organizations, regulatory agencies, as well as private sector and non-governmental organizations around the world. Developed strategies and positions to respond to key global policy trends. Provided organizational leadership in global standards harmonization policy and advocacy discussions. Represented the organization at global discussions on all global health policy priorities. Served in multiple policy and advocacy coalition leadership roles. Show less

Led and provided overall organizational direction and leadership in the development and implementation of a policy and regulatory strategy related to priority areas - such as maternal and child health; health workforce; non-communicable disease; nutrition and food security; health systems strengthening; gender-based violence; water, sanitation and hygiene; HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; malaria; family planning and reproductive health; and global health funding - to influence policy and budget… Show more Led and provided overall organizational direction and leadership in the development and implementation of a policy and regulatory strategy related to priority areas - such as maternal and child health; health workforce; non-communicable disease; nutrition and food security; health systems strengthening; gender-based violence; water, sanitation and hygiene; HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; malaria; family planning and reproductive health; and global health funding - to influence policy and budget priorities of the U.S and relevant governments, the United Nations, institutional donors, multilateral organizations and other key actors. Led and advanced the development of the organization’s plan related to the post-2015 development agenda (new SDGs). Represented the organization at high-level external meetings, coalitions and global platforms. Monitored and analyzed federal laws; policymaking activities in Congress and federal regulatory initiatives related to global health and nutrition. Developed and implemented policy and regulatory strategies for increasing federal support for activities impacting global health and nutrition, including health in relief, transition and development settings. Provided leadership and guidance to country offices on health and nutrition activities, policies and initiatives generated by the U.S. Administration, Congress, a range of institutional and other donors, and the broader global arena. Represented the organization’s priorities and objectives before the U.S. Administration, Congress, the UN, multilateral organizations and numerous donors through dialogue, information briefs, speeches, policy papers and other means. Show less

Developed, led, and coordinated the organization’s legislative and regulatory agenda and initiatives related to all health priority areas, including family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; non-communicable disease; HIV/AIDS; Tuberculosis; malaria; child survival; aid effectiveness and reform; water, sanitation and hygiene; nutrition; and global health funding. Responsible for developing a strategic plan and establishing policy priorities for the organization.… Show more Developed, led, and coordinated the organization’s legislative and regulatory agenda and initiatives related to all health priority areas, including family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; non-communicable disease; HIV/AIDS; Tuberculosis; malaria; child survival; aid effectiveness and reform; water, sanitation and hygiene; nutrition; and global health funding. Responsible for developing a strategic plan and establishing policy priorities for the organization. Monitored and analyzed federal laws, public policymaking activities in Congress, and federal regulatory initiatives. Drafted and advanced: legislative language proposals and appropriations priorities; congressional testimony to be presented by the organization; position papers, fact sheets, action alerts, and newsletter articles; briefings for congressional and agency staff; press releases and other communications statements; official comments to federal agencies on proposed regulatory activities; and correspondence to members of Congress. Worked closely with an array of coalitions, foundations, governments, multilateral organizations and other relevant stakeholders. Established and maintained contacts with high-level officials. Supervised professional and administrative staff. Managed policy budgets. Developed and led advocacy training workshops, as well as congressional briefings targeting global health priority issues. Created, led and implemented the roll out of the organization’s global advocacy curriculum throughout its field offices to provide capacity building and achieve sustainability of programs for the organization’s 60+ field offices. Prepared advocacy campaigns and work plans for field offices. Planned and led congressional delegation visits to the organization’s field offices. Show less

Managed and coordinated all legislative and regulatory activities impacting public health and prevention, including maternal and child health; chronic conditions; infectious diseases; global health; emergency preparedness and response; health disparities; environmental health; food safety; occupational health; injury prevention and control; health information technology; mental health and substance abuse; workforce development; school health; and public health funding. Responsible for… Show more Managed and coordinated all legislative and regulatory activities impacting public health and prevention, including maternal and child health; chronic conditions; infectious diseases; global health; emergency preparedness and response; health disparities; environmental health; food safety; occupational health; injury prevention and control; health information technology; mental health and substance abuse; workforce development; school health; and public health funding. Responsible for developing a strategic plan and establishing priorities and goals for the organization’s policy initiatives. Monitored, analyzed, and evaluated federal laws, public policymaking activities in Congress, and federal regulatory initiatives. Developed and implemented strategies for increasing federal support for activities impacting public health and prevention. Directed and recommended policy positions; advocated for federal legislation and appropriations supportive of public health and prevention; initiated and maintained close contacts with congressional offices and federal agencies. Prepared and reviewed policy materials written by policy staff. Researched, wrote, and planned: legislative language proposals; congressional testimony to be presented by the organization; organizational position papers, statements, briefing sheets, action alerts, and newsletter articles; briefings for congressional and agency staff; press releases and other public relations statements; official comments to federal agencies on proposed regulatory activities; and regular correspondence to members of Congress. Established and maintained contacts with high-level federal officials. Supervised all professional and administrative staff and coordinated policy budgets. Served as key member of the Senior Management Team, making recommendations regarding all decisions impacting the organization. Presented at different national and local conferences and meetings regarding public health and prevention. Show less

Developed, managed, and coordinated APA’s legislative and regulatory policy agenda and initiatives related to public interest issues and populations, including child, youth, and families; human rights; global health; women; poverty; HIV/AIDS; service member/veterans and their families; minority populations; media and technology; emergency preparedness and response; older adults; trauma and violence; individuals with disabilities; and immigration. Served as policy liaison to the APA Office on… Show more Developed, managed, and coordinated APA’s legislative and regulatory policy agenda and initiatives related to public interest issues and populations, including child, youth, and families; human rights; global health; women; poverty; HIV/AIDS; service member/veterans and their families; minority populations; media and technology; emergency preparedness and response; older adults; trauma and violence; individuals with disabilities; and immigration. Served as policy liaison to the APA Office on International Relations by providing counsel and recommendations on United Nations NGO coalition comments. Responsible for developing strategic plan and establishing priorities and goals for the department. Supervised all professional and administrative staff and prepared all public interest policy budgets. Directed and recommended policy and programmatic positions; advocated for federal legislation and appropriations supportive of vulnerable populations; initiated and maintained close contacts with congressional offices and federal agencies. Took lead responsibility for managing APA’s legislative and regulatory activities for their impact on policy and programmatic initiatives. Monitored, analyzed, and evaluated federal laws, public policymaking activities in Congress, and federal regulatory initiatives. Developed and implemented strategies for increasing federal support for research and direct services impacting vulnerable populations, and for enhancing the utilization of research by policymakers. Implemented these strategies by initiating and maintaining contact with, and representing policies to, members of Congress, key federal agency representatives and other stakeholders. Show less

Monitored, developed, wrote legislation and provided legal counsel regarding health care, human rights, poverty and welfare, foreign affairs, women’s rights, violence prevention, environment, financial services, agriculture, labor, education, transportation, and housing issues. Led, developed and monitored Member’s appropriations initiatives/agenda. Prepared materials, wrote memoranda and speeches/remarks for Member’s use at hearings, mark-ups, and conferences. Organized and led community… Show more Monitored, developed, wrote legislation and provided legal counsel regarding health care, human rights, poverty and welfare, foreign affairs, women’s rights, violence prevention, environment, financial services, agriculture, labor, education, transportation, and housing issues. Led, developed and monitored Member’s appropriations initiatives/agenda. Prepared materials, wrote memoranda and speeches/remarks for Member’s use at hearings, mark-ups, and conferences. Organized and led community outreach activities. Represented Member at public events/platforms and community activities. Served as staff director for the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, including setting the agenda and legislative priorities for the subcommittee, and proving legal counsel to members of Congress regarding legislative issues impacting matters of committee jurisdiction. Briefed and wrote memoranda for committee staff in preparation for hearings and mark-ups. Led efforts impacting international monetary policy. Show less

Represented the division of Health Policy in Development at meetings and conferences of the United Nations treaty bodies regarding health and human rights, and reported back on matters arising in the course of deliberations and decisions of these bodies. Researched, monitored, and wrote proposals, newsletters, and articles regarding health and human rights. Assisted in the preparation and day-to-day management of projects and activities in the field of health and human rights.

Conducted research and presented a report about racism and intolerance in Europe. Attended the high-level international discussions about the European Campaign against Intolerance, Racism and Anti-Semitism and reported back to the Director of Culture and Education.