• Work with supervisor to draw up measurable targets, specific checkpoints, and clear financial commitments as part of the budget planning and implementation process.
• Maintain consistent communication and good working relationships with existing partner hospitals, visit hospitals and conduct site visits as requested/needed, and work together to ensure the success of current and future programs.
• Continually seek out new Smile Train partners (hospitals and other) that can contribute to the furtherance of the organization’s goals and elicit their support. Open new partnerships following the organization’s protocols.
• Receive, review, and analyze all grant requests from local stakeholders, carry out ‘due diligence’ to either reject or approve those that fall within the agreed financial authority and plans, sharing with supervisor or headquarters when additional approvals are required.
• Help grow the organization’s brand and raise awareness for Smile Train programs by:
1. Supporting efforts to share Smile Train’s global messaging locally/regionally;
2. Upholding and furthering best practices in comprehensive cleft care;
3. Gathering marketing content (e.g. Photos/videos/stories, etc.);
4. Organizing and hosting visits by Smile Train ambassadors, donors/supporters and staff;
5. And, developing and maintaining effective communications with all key external stakeholders (e.g. Medical professionals, social/voluntary organizations, government functionaries, media, and patients/families).
• Act as a local representative, point of contact, and spokesperson for Smile Train and serve as the ‘eyes and ears’ for the organization in the region. Speak up when and where necessary about the organization’s aims, values and practices, keep track of cleft-related issues and developments and share this feedback internally and with partners, and attend events as requested/needed.
• Develop resources or generate reports as needed/requested (this may include material translation).
• Proactively respond and work with supervisor and Smile Train regional and global teams so as to keep communication channels open, projects integrated, and the organization moving together.
Application details
Smile Train is committed to diversity among its employees and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
To apply, please complete the application through the link below. Include your CV and a cover letter that describes why you believe you would be a good fit for Smile Train and this role.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.