Assistant Public Health Advisor, International Trachoma Initiative – The Task Force for Global Health

Emory University

Public health advisor supporting Emory-affiliated ITI’s global trachoma elimination program. Managing country data, azithromycin requests, meetings, reports, and partner communications.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeDecatur • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in data management, including database maintenance and quality checks, while providing technical support to health ministries. Proficient in project management and communication within multicultural environments, with a focus on disease intervention services.

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Data ManagementProject ManagementArcGIS ProDatabase ManagementIntercultural Communication

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData Quality ChecksReport PreparationResource ResearchProgram Document Editing

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsMulticultural Team Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Adobe AcrobatArcGIS

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Public HealthMaster's Degree in Public Health (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Disease Intervention ServicesLow- and Middle-Income CountriesTrachoma ReportingAzithromycin Donation RequestsSAFE Implementation Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with disease intervention services by researching resources within countries and developing country profiles
Collect data, maintain databases, conduct data quality checks, and prepare reports
Research needed resources to support countries
Coordinate communications with countries and implementing partners
Maintain and update ITI databases, including coordinator contacts, drug application status, and country program information
Prepare trachoma reporting forms and azithromycin donation requests and upload returned materials into the database
Review and track trachoma reporting data submitted by Ministries of Health
Act as a communications liaison with internal and external partners
Support country data audits
Prepare for Trachoma Expert Committee meetings and provide project management and operational support
Proofread, format, quality-check, and coordinate printing of TEC books
Support planning and logistics for specialist meetings and events
Manage Program Team meetings, including calendar invitations, agendas, and note-taking
Update project management tools and compile information for reports and presentations
Edit and maintain program documents, templates, reports, presentations, and correspondence
Provide technical support to Ministries of Health and national programs in up to three countries
Support annual azithromycin applications, SAFE implementation plans, country drug requests, supply coordination, and Memoranda of Understanding
Assist in editing shapefiles for the global trachoma program using ArcGIS Pro
Perform other ITI program-related duties and participate in Task Force projects and initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in public health or related scientific field from an accredited school
Master's degree in public health preferred
French or additional language proficiency is an advantage
Strong demonstrated attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Knowledge of and proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, ArcGIS, and database management
Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment
Work experience with Low- and Middle-Income Countries is an advantage
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule
Ability to travel 15–20% domestically and/or internationally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs
15–20% domestic and/or international travel opportunity