Student and Young Professionals Ambassador for the Canadian Network for NTDs!

Student and Young Professional Ambassador Video Competition 2023

Make your Mark in Global Health and Become our Next SYP Ambassador!

Application process:

  • Applicants will create a short video (2 minutes or less) in English or French addressing the impact of Climate Change on Neglected Tropical Diseases. Videos submissions will be assessed based on subject knowledge, creativity and use of visual elements as well as the communication technique. Videos should be engaging and can be animated or include images and storytelling. For an example, please take a look at Maëla Séguin’s winning video from the SYP Ambassadorship 2021-22 competition in English and in French
  • Please save your video as a file as yourname-cnntd-SYP-2023.
  • Upload your video to your Google Drive and share with [email protected]. For more information on setting up a personal Google Drive, and uploading and sharing files, see Google Drive Help
  • All entries will be evaluated by 5 or more reviewers including our current SYP Ambassador. After initial review of the submitted videos, CNNTD will contact the references of the most suitable candidates.
  • Only one submission per candidate will be accepted.
  • Only one successful candidate will be selected, and will be given an honorarium
  • Application deadline is by midnight EST, October 20th

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Implement and encourage awareness of NTDs within the student and young professional community in Canada. Take a lead in engaging with peers on NTDs, especially on social media.
  • Participate in CNNTD meetings.
  • Complete a one-page reflection following the ambassadorship.
  • Perform other related duties as agreed.

The Student and Young Professional Ambassador will be:

  • A person with great communication skills
  • Between the ages of 18 and 29
  • A Canadian citizen, an international student studying in Canada or a permanent resident
  • Bilingual (English and French) preferred

With the following experience or skills:

  • Understanding or interest in global or public health issues.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Leadership skills.

For more information, contact:

Published:

September 28, 2022


Deadline:

October 20, 2022


Type:

Volunteer

Organization:

CNNTD


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