Job Purpose: The Regional Coordinators will advance ICUDDR's mission by supporting the organization's initiatives, fostering partnerships, and facilitating members’ engagement within their geographic regions.
Job Duties:
- Develop and execute a regional work plan according to the needs of the region.
- Promote opportunities for networking and collaboration within and between regional members.
- Facilitate quarterly meetings and provide updates to members and the head office.
- Promote regional collaboration and encourage presentations in symposia, workshops, and conferences at the regional and global levels.
- Promote ICUDDR activities such as but not limited to webinars, workshops, conferences, research, and credentialing.
- Inform the head office of accomplishments, requests, and updates of members from the region.
- Inform the head office of other drug demand reduction initiatives in the region and assist in identifying possible areas of collaboration with other organizations.
- Assist in recruiting new members, verifying eligibility if necessary, and informing the head office of concerns with the members.
- Assist in the review of grant proposals, poster presentations, and conference presentations and ensure representation and alignment with the regional plan.
- Participate in the regional coordinators' meetings and work closely with the head office for regional representation.
- Mentor the Regional Co-Coordinator.
- Work in close collaboration with the ICUDDR Global Regional Coordinator.
Qualifications:
- Ability to work in multicultural environments and engage with diverse populations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to collaborate and foster relationships.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully.
- Leadership skills as demonstrated by the ability to inspire and achieve organizational growth.
- Knowledgeable in ICUDDR and other global drug demand reduction initiatives.
- Passionate about advancing addiction sciences and advocating for professionals in the region.
- Commitment to upholding ethical practices and having ICAP credentials is an advantage.
- Must be from an ICUDDR University Member.
Employment Type:
The Regional Coordinator position is a volunteer position and will serve for a three-year term, subject to satisfactory annual review. Sponsored conference travel might occur from time to time.
The Regional Coordinator’s primary point of contact is the Global Regional Coordinator. ICUDDR works remotely, and tasks are carried out from the individual's home base or while on ICUDDR traveling.
Expected Time Commitment:
The Regional Coordinator’s work is estimated to be around 5-10 hours per month with additional hours during regional and global conferences.
Application Process:
Interested applicants must submit their letter of intent and curriculum vitae to mafelipe [at] icuddr [dot] org (felipev[at]icuddr[dot]org) with the subject Regional Coordinators. The application deadline is March 31, 2025. (Current members of the ICUDDR Board of Directors are not eligible for this position.)