Job Description:
The Global Business Coalition on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GBC) is an alliance ofover 200 international companies leading the private sector fight to end these three epidemics.GBC leverages the business sector's unique skills and expertise-including comprehensiveworkplace policies; community programs; core competencies; leadership and advocacy andpublic-private partnerships - in the global drive to eradicate these deadly illnesses.
In 2009, GBC began to explore Base of the Pyramid (BoP) opportunities for our membercompanies, and determined that the BoP space presents enormous potential. We are looking for ahighly-motivated, self-directed intern to drive expansion from this initial investigatory phase intoa broader, organization-wide initiative, with clear direction and deliverables to support GBCcompanies in developing BoP initiatives. These companies include multinational leaders in thefields of consumer products, information and communication technology, pharma and biotech, oiland gas, media, finance, and tourism, among others. This internship has potential to directlyaffect how these companies consider BoP initiatives.
This position is ideal for a graduate student with a demonstrated passion for BoP projects and aninterest in global health. Because this initiative is in its beginning stages at GBC, there issubstantial room for creativity and input on potential opportunities and directions.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Research and synthesize information on existing BoP initiatives and key stakeholders,with particular focus on health-related projects and partners
• Liaise with companies, non-profits, and multilaterals to deepen understanding of stakeholder needs and opportunities and to develop strategic partnerships
• Develop tools and resources such as in-depth best practice case studies, issue briefs,and/or e-learning modules
• Support development of GBC's 2010 BoP agenda, which may include organizing stakeholder teleconferences, workshops and/or collective action projects related to healthand economic opportunitiesDesired
Qualifications:
• Demonstrated interest in and passion for Base of the Pyramid projects
• Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance, in a fast-paced environment• Strong research, writing, and editing skills
• Academic and/or professional background in international relations, economics, finance,and/or health and development
Applicants must be available to work in our New York office for a minimum of 20 hours perweek. Ideally, we would like to hire a full-time intern (40 hours per week in our New York office). GBC is able to offer a modest stipend to cover food and transportation costs, at $200/week for full-time interns and $100/week for part-time interns.
How to apply:
Qualified applicants please send a cover letter and resume with subject line "BoP Intern",directed to Lindsey Shaughnessy at lshaughnessy@gbcimpact.org. No phone calls please! We will only be able to respond to those candidates we feel are most qualified.
