The selected candidate will be working with the leadership team to complete a system's assessment of key areas of the community related to health department programming in anticipation of incorporating the information into the agency's strategic vision for the community. The project will include a combination of strategies including key interviews, archival research, small group discussions, and literature reviews. At the end of the project, the applicant will have completed a detailed, and authoritative, description of a local public health system (program specific) that may be used to develop policy and program recommendations.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must possess good verbal and written communication skills; be able to work collaboratively; be able to coordinate meetings; and keep accurate notes of proceedings. In addition, the candidate should have experience with completing literature reviews and summarizing information to share with a team. Lastly, the candidate should have a basic understanding of public health theory/ concepts; experience or education in public health leadership or administration is preferred but not required. To qualify, applicants must be actively pursuing a graduate degree in public health.
How should students apply
Students should email a current CV and a letter of interest to a ashley.mitchell@uchd.net
Number of students you are requesting
1
What semester are you requesting an Applied Practice Experience Student(s)?
