Committee Manager (volunteer)

Committee Manager 

Position: Ideal for professionals seeking impactful volunteer experience or internship

Location: Remote Duration: Flexible Start Date: Rolling applications

Hours: Part-time or Full-time Compensation: Unpaid 

About the role

The Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) is seeking passionate and organized volunteers to serve as Committee Managers. This role is central to our mission of advancing infectious disease policy, research, and advocacy through multidisciplinary collaboration. You will manage the operations of one of IDA’s Specialized or Cross-Cutting Committees, coordinating with member organizations, IDA’s internal teams, and global stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Committee Coordination

• Confirm and onboard new committee members based on selection forms, ensuring appropriate access to mailing lists, calendars, and shared platforms.
• Lead regular bi-monthly committee meetings (virtual), including agenda development, minute-taking, and follow-ups.
• Maintain up-to-date committee member records, Slack channels, and Google Drive folders.

Member Engagement

• Provide onboarding materials and guidance to new members on the committee’s scope, meeting schedule, and participation expectations.
• Facilitate continuous engagement by encouraging contributions to newsletters, co-authored publications, and advocacy materials.
• Coordinate mid-year and end-of-year feedback surveys to evaluate member satisfaction and optimize committee activities.

Event Management & Webinars

• Organize virtual or hybrid events including topic ideation, stakeholder outreach, speaker engagement, and dissemination planning.
• Follow IDA’s standardized 16-step event management workflow, including concept note drafting, speaker logistics, calendar coordination, and CTA development.
• Ensure events are added to the IDA website with customized RSVP and newsletter fields.

Content Development

• Draft and contribute to event-related materials: concept notes, dissemination plans, post-event reports, and Calls to Action.
• Collaborate with the communications team to publish committee updates and highlight member contributions.

Collaboration & Strategic Planning

• Align committee activities with IDA’s broader strategy and thematic priorities (e.g., AMR, Digital Health, One Health, Climate Change).
• Work with internal teams (Policy, Journal, Membership, and Communications) to maximize cross-functional synergies and partnership opportunities.

Requirements

Education & Background

• Background in public/global health, biomedical sciences, policy, or a related field.
• Experience in event management, stakeholder coordination, or committee-based collaboration is an advantage.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Proficiency with digital tools including Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, Teams, and Canva.

Values

• Commitment to equity, science-based policy, and global health collaboration.
• Motivation to contribute meaningfully to the mission and growth of a dynamic international network.

What We Offer

Professional Exposure

• Engage with top researchers, NGOs, funders, and policymakers across global health fields.
• Gain direct experience with international cooperation, policy strategy, and advocacy coordination.

Skill Development

• Strengthen project management, communications, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Contribute to technical writing, digital content creation, and strategic planning initiatives.

Impact & Flexibility

• Influence the infectious disease agenda through knowledge-sharing and action-oriented dialogue.
• Volunteer role with flexible hours and scheduling, ideal for students or working professionals.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter by clicking on the "Apply Now" button on the IDA’s website (https://www.id-alliance.org/careers). In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in committee management and how your background aligns with the responsibilities of the position.

Please feel free to contact Carl Aryan ([email protected]), the Director of Partnership & Committees, if you have any questions regarding the posted job. 

We will review applications on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We look forward to your application and the opportunity to collaborate in advancing infectious disease initiatives globally!