Country: India
Closing date: 31 Jul 2017
Vital Strategies (VS), based in New York City, is an international public health organization. We develop and oversee programs to strengthen public health systems and address leading causes of morbidity and mortality, providing expertise in project implementation and management, strategic communications, epidemiology and surveillance, and other core public health capacities. Our specific programs include road safety, obesity prevention, tobacco control, and activities to strengthen public health data systems and the use of public health data to guide policy and decision-making. Activities are based in low and middle income countries and cities in Africa, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Please visit our website at www.vitalstrategies.org to find out more about our work. VS is an independent affiliate of The International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union).
The Position
Vital Strategies in its New Delhi Office is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Research Intern**.** The timeframe for this position is three months with a possibility of an extension. This position based in New Delhi, India. Applicants must possess a valid work permit to work in New Delhi.
Specific Duties:
The Research Intern will support research activities globally. Reporting to the Senior Research Manager in New Delhi, the specific responsibilities/tasks will include the following:
Do the following under direction:
Help manage project schedules
Help review, edit, and adapt research materials, as directed
Write drafts of research papers
Provide varied administrative assistance
Assist with tasks assigned by staff as needed
Qualifications and skill set:
Master’s degree/enrolled in a masters’ degree course
Background in social sciences preferred
Strong writing skills
Knowledge of research methods a plus
Highly organized and efficient with ability to deliver tasks quickly and of high quality
Strong initiative: self-starter with good follow through
Ability to multitask in a new environment
Resourceful, willing to learn on the job
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
How to apply:
Please send CV, cover letter and writing samples to nnegi@vitalstrategies.org indicating the position applied for in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.