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Institute Specialist I, AFHE Senior Fellows Lead

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Nov 07, 2025

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:	The Fitzhugh Mullan Institute for Health Workforce Equity, in the Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University, is seeking an Senior Fellows Lead for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity program ( AFHE). The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity ( AFHE) is a one-year fellowship program designed to develop global leaders who understand the foundations of health inequity and disparities and have the knowledge, skills, and courage to build more just and fair organizations and communities. AFHE offers immersive learning experiences through community engagement and intentional curriculum designed to build people power. After the fellowship year, fellows become Senior Fellows, and join our growing community of over 100 alumni across the globe. They also join a larger network of graduates from all seven Atlantic Fellows programs. Reporting to the Program Director, the Institute Specialist I, AFHE Senior Fellows Lead will play a central role in managing and strengthening the global network of AFHE Senior Fellows. This role also supports program operations, evaluation, and engagement strategies. The ideal candidate will bring strong networking and relational skills, program management, communications, and research skills, with a passion for health equity. Key Responsibilities Research, Program Evaluation, and Impact Tracking Manage Salesforce interface, including data collection, storage, reports and dashboards. Collaborate with Salesforce consultants to meet program needs. Collaborate with the program team to improve program monitoring, evaluation, and analysis. Administering the annual Senior Fellows survey, including data collection and qualitative analysis. Tracking alumni engagement and contributions to health equity work. Supporting the drafting of annual evaluation and impact reports. Program development and operational support. Collaborating with the Program Director, Faculty, and Senior Fellows Advisory Board on program design. Helping develop and maintain a network of expert facilitators, speakers, and collaborators for alumni-focused programming. Participating in weekly team meetings and assisting in the planning and execution of program activities. Performing additional duties as assigned. Senior Fellows Engagement and Community Building The Senior Fellows Lead will lead and support efforts to build a vibrant, lifelong community of Senior Fellows. Designing and implementing programs and initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement. Lead and oversee senior fellow programming including annual convenings, online workshops and webinars. Developing virtual learning and engagement opportunities for alumni. Managing coaching, mentorship, and peer-learning initiatives within the Senior Fellows community. Co-creation of new Senior Fellow engagement strategies with the Program Director. Showcasing Senior Fellows' impact through communications products, including social media, publications, and videos. Strategic thinking around the best way to communicate success and impact of the fellowship with potential stakeholders and funders. Program Management Develop and implement project plans for the senior fellows convenings, delegate convening tasks to appropriate program staff team members, and manage convening project timeline. Review fellow participation and engagement, and respond to fellows' individual needs, in collaboration with program leadership. Collaborate with program leadership to review convening contracts and collaborate with on-the-ground facilitators and external consultants to execute event logistics. Review convening strategy and planning with staff, and revise convening plan strategies based on program staff and leadership feedback.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline plus 5 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	Desired Qualifications: Master's degree in a related field Three+ years of relevant professional experience preferred. Professional experience designing and implementing programs and initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement, including front-facing relationship development. Deep understanding of the root causes of health and social inequities and a demonstrated commitment to health equity. Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to produce content for diverse audiences (a writing sample will be required). Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-cultural teams. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Self-starter with high levels of initiative, resourcefulness, and adaptability. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant digital platforms. Experience in convening/events within global environments (including identification of partners, speakers, and site visits). Passionate about social change, skilled in engagement strategy, and excited to work with a dynamic, global network of leaders advancing health equity. Able to travel internationally. Core Competencies: Collaboration and teamwork Clear and effective communication Proactive and results-oriented Strong interpersonal skills Creativity and adaptability
Hiring Range	$52,385.57 - $100,636.67
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family	Research and Labs
Sub-Family	Centers/Institutes
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday through Friday, 9am - 5pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	No
Employee Onsite Status	Full-Time Remote
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
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	R002348
Job Open Date:	11/07/2025
Job Close Date:
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 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.