Global Health Fellow

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid annual and sick leave

Federal holidays

Job summary

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition is seeking a Global Health Fellow to lead the organization’s strategy to advance U.S. global health as a cornerstone of foreign policy.

The Fellow will develop innovative policy recommendations and drive thought leadership across policymakers, private sector, and implementers from a Washington, D.C. base. Responsibilities include shaping thought leadership, translating research into policy, and building bipartisan support for global health investments, while

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in foreign policy, government relations, advocacy, or related field.
• Master’s degree in international relations or global policy required.
• Deep understanding of U.S. foreign policy, Congress, international assistance, and global health policy.
• Demonstrated networks with advocacy and policymaking communities in Washington, D.C.
• Strong writing, public speaking, and distilling complex policy for broad audiences.
• Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead USGLC’s thought leadership strategy on global health, identifying emerging policy challenges and opportunities.
• Develop innovative, actionable policy recommendations that inform Congressional and Administration decision-making.
• Produce policy analyses, briefs, op-eds, and other strategic content that advances education and advocacy objectives.
• Translate complex research, evidence, and data into persuasive narratives for policymakers, business leaders, media, and external partners.
• Represent USGLC in public forums, stakeholder convenings, and policy discussions as a trusted voice on global health policy.
• Partner with various teams to develop and execute integrated strategies that strengthen bipartisan support for U.S. health investments.
• Convene stakeholders to generate ideas, align strategies, and elevate shared policy priorities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Excellent writing

Team player

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in international relations

Job description

USGLC is seeking a Global Health Fellow to lead the organization’s strategy to advance U.S. global health as a cornerstone of American foreign policy and international assistance. As the Administration implements its Global Health Strategy and Congress considers the future of U.S. global health investments, the Fellow will position USGLC as a leading voice in shaping policy discussions, developing innovative policy recommendations, and driving thought leadership that advances America’s global leadership on health.

Working across USGLC and with policymakers, the private sector, implementers, and other influential stakeholders, the Fellow will identify emerging opportunities, translate complex policy issues into compelling strategies and messaging, and help build bipartisan support for effective U.S. global health engagement. This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader who can anticipate policy trends, convene diverse voices, and influence the national conversation on why global health investments advance America’s security, economic prosperity, and leadership.

This full-time exempt position is based in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

Thought Leadership, Policy Development & Strategic Communications

• Lead USGLC’s thought leadership strategy on global health, identifying emerging policy challenges and opportunities.
• Develop innovative, actionable policy recommendations that strengthen U.S. global health leadership and inform Congressional and Administration decision-making.
• Produce compelling policy analyses, briefs, talking points, op-eds, and other strategic content that advances USGLC’s education and advocacy objectives.
• Translate complex research, evidence, and data into persuasive narratives and policy recommendations for policymakers, business leaders, media, and external partners.
• Represent USGLC in public forums, stakeholder convenings, and policy discussions as a trusted voice on global health policy.

Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Building

• Partner with USGLC’s Government Relations, Policy, Communications, and National Outreach teams to develop and execute integrated strategies that strengthen bipartisan support for U.S. global health investments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Congressional offices, Administration officials, think tanks, the private sector, advocacy organizations, and global health leaders.
• Convene stakeholders to generate new ideas, align strategies, and elevate shared policy priorities.
• Monitor the evolving global health policy landscape and proactively identify opportunities for USGLC to shape public debate and influence policy outcomes.

Position Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in foreign policy, government relations, advocacy, or a related field.
• A master’s degree in international relations, global policy or a related field is required.
• Deep understanding of U.S. foreign policy, Congress, international assistance, and global health policy, with demonstrated ability to analyze complex policy issues and develop strategic recommendations.
• Demonstrated networks and relationships with the advocacy and policymaking community in Washington, D.C.
• Strong verbal communication, presentation and public speaking skills.
• Self-starter, proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An excellent writer who can distill complex policy issues and communicate them to broad and wide-ranging audiences.

Compensation

A projected salary range of $85,000 to $110,000 will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• health and disability insurance
• retirement plans
• paid annual and sick leave
• federal holidays

About USGLC

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is a bipartisan, broad-based, influential network of 500 businesses, non-profit organizations, national security and foreign policy experts, and business, veteran, agriculture, faith-based, academic and civic leaders in all 50 states who support strategic, cost-effective investments in diplomacy and international assistance, alongside a strong defense, to advance U.S. interests and values and strengthen American leadership in the world.

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