Practicum Associate, Department Of Global Health

Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary:
GW's Milken Institute School of Public Health is known for conducting cutting-edge research, contributing to policy making, faculty and curricula grounded in real-world experience and proximity to national health science and policy leaders. The school has 7 academic departments, a number of centers focused on research and a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
The Department of Global Healthis hiring a full-time Practicum Associate. At GWU, public health students gain practical skills and knowledge through the Applied Practice Experience (APEx), a real-world work experience. In addition, they learn and gain technical skills through a research product, called a Culminating Experience (CE) or mini-thesis.
Students have the option to complete their APEx requirement at one of many national or international health organizations, located within the US or abroad. With hundreds of sites in the D.C. area alone, students can choose a practicum site and create a practicum project within their area of interest. Students also work with a faculty member to develop their CE project toward the end of their academic program, applying the skills and knowledge they've learned through their MPH program and practicum experience to a research project. The Practicum Associate has the lead responsibility of supporting MPH-Global Health students' APEx and CEs. Under the supervision of the Chair of the Department and the Practicum and CE Directors, this position is responsible for supporting the APEx and CE requirements, ensuring that all experiences match course competencies. The Practicum Associate's responsibilities are inclusive of development, implementation, management, and evaluation of APEx sites, preceptors and attainment of MPH and program-specific competencies through APEx and evaluation of academic deliverables for the CE. This position includes oversight of risk management and site coordination.
Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Oversight of APEx and CE Process
  • Acts as the primary point of contact for department students for the APEx and CE.
  • Co-instructs the CE proposal development course, which includes building and managing the course Blackboard, coordinating guest lecturers, sending out weekly course communications, lecturing, and providing feedback on assignments and in class.
  • Works with existing and potential APEx sites and preceptors to ensure goals are in line with curricula and partnership context.
  • Maintains and further develops a network of Global Health contacts/organizations that support the interests of the current students for both APEx and CE opportunities.
  • Tracks student progress throughout the APEx and CE process.
  • Schedules and implements the CE presentation at the end of each semester.
  • Supports the development of department and school-wide recommendations for policies and procedures for the APEx and CE.
  • Regularly updates APEx and CE course syllabi, other supporting informational documents for students and faculty, and internal and external web platforms.
  • Tracks current APEx requirements, student progress and reports in university Handshake system and troubleshoot, as appropriate.
  • Coordinates, manages, and conducts student interviews as required by APEx sites and potential CE opportunities.
  • Maintains archive of student CE projects and APEx experiences.
  • Designs, coordinates, and manages APEx and CE information sessions and orientations, as well as pre-departure trainings for the APEx.
  • Coordinates and manages contracts and memoranda of understanding agreements for APEx and CE related partnerships, as necessary.
  • In partnership with the Office of International Programs (OIP), regularly monitors country risk standing for each internationally placed student and advises on risk mitigation strategies.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Acts as the primary point of contact for department students for Professional Enhancement requirements.
  • Promotes student awards and accomplishments, including, but not limited to, departmental scholarships and funding via the newsletter and website.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's Degree in Public Health, International Education or another relevant program with related experience in Global Health preferred;
• Comprehensive computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite;
• Experience with BlackBoard preferred;
• Excellent communication (writing and verbal skills), interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills;
• Experience with international travel requirements and logistics;
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, function well under pressure, pay attention to detail, work independently and with initiative, and meet deadlines.

The international nature of the department calls for special skills and cultural competencies including: international experience and effective multicultural interpersonal communications. Experience in implementation and administration of public health educational programs is preferred. Additional experience with career coaching is also preferred.
Typical Hiring Range
Commensurate with Experience.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:
Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family
Academic Affairs
Sub-Family
Program Administration
Stream
Individual Contributor
Level
Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM, as needed
Will this job require the employee to work on site?
Yes
Employee Onsite Status
Hybrid
Telework:
Yes
Required Background Check:
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
The GW benefits programs are designed to care for you by providing a variety of options that offer security and support for you to thrive at various life and career stages.
*Benefits include:

• medical, pharmacy, dental and vision plans, FSA and HSA
• retirement savings programs
• tuition remission for employees and dependents tuition exchange program for dependents
• generous paid time off including winter break

*Benefits eligibility may vary based on job classification. To learn more to go to: https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits
Internal Applicants Only?
No
Posting Number:
S012738
Job Open Date:
12/22/2023
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.