Head of the Global AMR R&D Hub Secretariat (m/f/d)

The Global AMR R&D Hub was established following a call from G20 Leaders to address challenges and improve coordination and collaboration in global AMR R&D using a One Health approach.

The Global AMR R&D Hub is a global partnership currently consisting of 17 countries, the European Commission and two philanthropic foundations and is steered by a Board of Members. Its goals are to support global priority setting and evidence-based decision-making on allocation of resources for AMR R&D through the identification of gaps, overlaps and potential for cross-sectoral collaboration and leveraging in AMR R&D. To achieve these, the Global AMR R&D Hub collects, analyses and presents information on AMR R&D investments, products and market interventions. As the key knowledge centre for AMR R&D, the work of the Hub is strategically aligned into three key pillars that encompass (1) guiding and supporting evidence-based decision-making; (2) enhancing collaboration and coordination; and (3) promoting awareness, knowledge and visibility in the field. More information is available at www.GlobalAMRHub.org.

A secretariat in Berlin started operations in September 2018. The Secretariat has built up and manages the Global AMR R&D Hub under the guidance of the Board of Members. The Secretariat currently has 5 full-time employees. The Secretariat administratively belongs to the German Center for Infection Research (DZIF). We therefore offer the exciting opportunity for a

Head of the Global AMR R&D Hub Secretariat (m/f/d)

Starting date: 1st September 2022

The Head of the Secretariat is expected to manage and coordinate the activities of the secretariat in line with the three strategic pillars of the Global AMR R&D Hub, in particular:

• Strategic vision and planning for the Hub, taking into consideration the global AMR R&D policy landscape; in particular develop a strategic plan for the Global AMR R&D Hub in the coming years;
• Take a lead in building the Hub’s impact and in advancing the mandate and objectives;
• Deepens AMR R&D evidence and analysis;
• Lead the highly qualified, motivated team in Berlin and manage efficiently the financial resources;
• Prepare recommendations on key R&D investment gaps and advocates to decision makers for increase policy and investment supports;
• Ensure that the One Health approach is fully embedded in the work of the Secretariat;
• Support the Board in its operation and deliberation;
• Lead the global outreach to stakeholders and strengthen the international standing of the Global AMR R&D Hub;
• Establish, maintain and coordinate collaboration with other relevant global initiatives, institutions and non-governmental organizations to leverage the work of the Global AMR R&D Hub;
• Develop and implement a knowledge dissemination strategy to ensure that the work of the Hub is shared with policy makers and researchers in a timely and accessible manner.

Qualification and Experience

• Senior scientific, management or policy experience, preferably in an international health-related organization;
• Excellent operational leadership abilities and managerial skills in an international context;
• Profound knowledge of the global healthcare architecture;
• Experience in public advocacy would be an asset;
• Builds and nurtures effective and collaborative networks and relationships with diverse stakeholders;
• Very well-developed inter-personal skills;
• Strategic competence to set and revise goals and plans to reflect changing priorities and continuously evolving environment;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.

Conditions

The position will be located in the stimulating scientific international environment of Berlin, Germany. The duration of the contract will initially be limited until 31st December 2024, with an annual gross salary level matching the German public tariff scheme (TVöD/Bund E15), ranging from 63,200-90,000 €, depending on the qualification and experience of the candidate, plus a possible additional renumeration and allowances. In addition to the salary, the contract includes health care and social security benefits.

Application

Application documents should comprise a letter of motivation including a description of relevant experience, CV and relevant references and certificates.

Please send your complete documents preferably as a single PDF document by email to hr@dzif.de using the reference number 02/2022. Closing date is 26.05.2022.

DZIF is an equal opportunity employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications from disabled persons with essentially the same qualifications will be given preference.

If you have any queries, please contact:
Dr. Lesley Ogilvie: lesley.ogilvie@dzif.de; Dr. Ralf Sudbrak: ralf.sudbrak@dzif.de

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