Job Description

The senior advisor for state and local tobacco control initiatives serves as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to state and local governments working to reduce the public health harms of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products. This role is integral to advancing the objectives of a program which aims to protect youth and vulnerable communities from the dangers of nicotine addiction and tobacco-related disease through evaluation of flavor restriction policies in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical assistance to partners on evaluating and implementing evidence-based programs and policies
• Provide expert analysis and technical support on key tobacco control principles
• Support jurisdictions in interpreting and applying evidence-based practices
• Monitor and interpret emerging trends in tobacco control and use
• Work with jurisdictions to design and implement performance measures and evaluation plans
• Travel domestically to provide technical support and disseminate findings
• Participate in and/or leads special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of direct experience in tobacco control
• In-depth knowledge of evidence-based tobacco control strategies
• Strong understanding of state and local health departments
• Proven ability to build relationships with public health agencies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Sound judgment and maturity
• Ability to travel domestically up to 10 percent annually

Benefits

• No benefits