PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships, and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

The Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (MNTD) program, as a leader in the effort to end malaria illnesses and deaths, refines and develops tools and approaches, supports national programs, and builds evidence and data to empower national governments to pursue malaria elimination.

The Malaria Control and Elimination Partnership in Africa (MACEPA), a program at PATH, is seeking a Program Associate. MACEPA works closely with National Malaria Control programs in Africa to strengthen data systems and data use to better inform strategies and targeting of resources to reduce burden. Key components of this work are to generate evidence on novel and existing malaria tools to guide decision-makers, and to work with donors to ensure the resources needed to implement these interventions are available.

We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented individual with strong problem solving and analytical skills to support the global MACEPA project leadership and technical team. This role will report to MACEPA’s Deputy Director and support project strategy and execution. The role entails working with an entrepreneurial mind-set and self-motivation. The candidate must be able to function independently, be flexible, and have strong commitment to excellence. This will involve attending calls and meetings with leadership, tracking action items and requests, developing technical materials as needed for meetings and presentations, partner with others across MACEPA, MNTDs, CMCE, and other PATH programs, to resource various activities, and ensure follow up.

A successful candidate will have a background/ interest in global health, be highly motivated and hard working with exceptional organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills. This role will rely on strong skills in building collaborations, partnering with broad stakeholder groups, working across global projects and teams, clear communication (verbal and written), and strong time and people management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support project planning, work plan development and monitoring, and reporting to ensure effective communications between donors, country teams, program partners, and the global MACEPA team
• Provide ad hoc project management support to the MACEPA program, and contribute to program development initiatives
• Coordinate routine donor reporting and deliverable development and lead preparation for internal or donor required project stage gates
• Contribute to the design and drafting of research findings, publications, project updates, tool kits, guidance documents, presentations, and donor reports
• Develop reports and presentation decks for sensitizing internal and external stakeholders about the projects/programs
• Assist in the development of project communications for PATH leadership and donors
• Collaborate closely with MNTDs Leadership and PATH communications colleagues to develop regular and ad hoc project/program communications for external and internal audiences, including PATH leadership and donors
• Support the Deputy Director to pursue opportunities for collaboration with other PATH teams, helping to build a cross-cutting approach to PATH malaria’s work
• Support the Deputy Director with additional tasks as needed

Required Skills Required Experience

• Master's degree with 1-3 years of work experience (MPH/ MBA/ MPA preferred) or Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of work experience
• Strong problem-solving, analytical capabilities, and decision-making skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organization skills and a positive, solution-oriented approach to challenges
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to think creatively to help organize information, manage workflow, and improve systems and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships in a high growth environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to work both independently and with teams across time zones and locations
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously effectively in high-pressure situations while remaining calm
• Flexibility and a willingness to take on a variety of assignments
• Strong work ethic, resourcefulness, integrity, credibility, and dedication to PATH’s mission
• Strong writer of both formal and informal communications to internal and external stakeholders
• English fluency required; professional proficiency in French preferred

Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT 

PATH has instituted a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all employees, interns, consultants, and temporary staff based in the United States. Individuals selected for job opportunities in the United States must be fully vaccinated, and show proof of vaccination status, upon hire. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as Pfizer or Moderna, or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an exemption from the vaccine requirement. 

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law