James Roe, Mph, Ma Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Manage a matrix of cross-functional project teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables; oversee budget and contract administration and effectively manage team members.
• Advise clients on strategic advocacy and communications opportunities to inform the development of disease-specific initiatives and policies.
• Draft and refine communications materials, including press releases, communications plans, op-eds, and high-level policy documents; identify and amplify partner priorities via communications platforms.
• Offer comprehensive event planning and facilitation expertise; provide logistical leadership and strategic advising for key global health milestones.
• Lead multilateral stakeholder engagement efforts, fostering collaboration and coalition building to advance global health and development goals.
• Analyze and synthesize global health and development data to create databases, presentations, and visualizations for client use.

New York City Metropolitan Area

New York City Metropolitan Area

Greater New York City Area

• Formulated and established performance goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and protocols for system-wide implementation to drive organizational excellence.
• Authored comprehensive project charters, academic journal entries, abstracts, project proposals, and press materials to support strategic initiatives.
• Directed multiple improvement projects across clinical areas; leveraged databases for robust monitoring and evaluation to ensure strategic advancement.
• Prepared progress reports and strategy presentations for senior leadership; built relationships and fostered collaboration with external partners and agencies.
• Synthesized and analyzed data to identify quantitative patterns and trends; employed advanced statistical processes and controls for data-driven decision-making.

Greater New York City Area

• Directed two grant-funded programs through the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute; authored grant narratives, applications, concept notes, and work plans.
• Supervised a team of staff members; managed a portfolio of over 150 clients and ensured the completion of grant-funded deliverables.
• Served as the Director of Planning for New York's statewide CME-accredited conference on transgender health; engaged with donors and fundraisers to mobilize resources.
• Developed training curricula on HIV/AIDS, LGBTQIA+ health care, and health policy for over 700 staff members.
• Built cross-sector legal/public health partnerships in state and federal Human Trafficking Intervention Courts (HTICs); served on the National Advisory Committee for HTIC Liberalization.

Ukraine

• Enhanced organizational capacity for Mykolayivs’ka Oblast’s health reform program by developing and deploying training and education modules; supported resource mobilization efforts.
• Strategized and secured PEPFAR and USAID grants in both Russian and English for HIV/AIDS initiatives; led the implementation and management of grant-funded projects, including HIV/AIDS and PrEP education campaigns.
• Advocated for HIV/AIDS and human trafficking initiatives for at-risk communities; facilitated capacity-building efforts for the Ukrainian LGBT LIGA Association.
• Trained NGO professionals on effective project design, management, and implementation strategies.

Greater New York City Area

• Developed press releases and story pitches for top-tier global health journalists; maintained and updated extensive media databases.
• Facilitated advocacy efforts through issues management, milestone/conference planning, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement.
• Created and executed a range of communications materials for clients, including op-eds, blogs, and press releases; notable clients included the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the ExxonMobil Foundation, and the UN.
• Provided strategic analysis and support on development policy issues; drafted briefing materials and talking points for global health industry leaders.
• Designed and implemented strategic communications plans to enhance client visibility and influence in the global health sector.
• Advised clients on strategic messaging and positioning to effectively reach target audiences and achieve advocacy goals.

Greater New York City Area

• Authored policy papers, blog posts, website content, and social media posts; maintained and updated relevant databases.
• Collaborated with partner organizations and governmental bodies, including the International Chamber of Commerce; executed projects to disseminate corporate policy positions to international audiences.

Greater New York City Area

• Led the development of editorial and digital content for the “Women’s Equality Coalition” campaign.
• Conducted press briefings for policy staff; crafted briefing materials for legal teams, including key messages and talking points.
• Oversaw and guided participants of the “Teen Activist Project”, with a focus on LGBT rights and HIV/AIDS education initiatives.

Doctor Of Public Health - Drph, Leadership, Advocacy, And Equity

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Health Policy And Management

Activities and Societies: American Public Health Association (APHA)• Concentration: LGBTQIA+ Health • MPH Thesis: "Identifying Best.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Politics

Activities and Societies: The Vera List Center for Art and Politics, Transregional Center for Democratic Studies• Concentration.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Politics

Activities and Societies: National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Golden Key International Honour Society, University Student Senate.

Political Sociology

International certificate, in conjunction with the Transregional Center for Democratic Studies.

Political Globalization

International certificate.

Italian Language And Literature

International certificate, in conjunction with Lingua Italia Verona.