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Recruitment : FAQs




1. How do I apply for a fellowship position?

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Last Modified: May 19 2008 at 09:36:06 AM PST

All fellowships are posted on the GHFP website. Applicants must meet the general qualifications listed below before they will be considered:
  • Master or other advanced degree in public health or a related field
  • 3 years work experience in a public health capacity, and preferably work experience in a developing country and/or resource poor setting
  • US citizenship or Permanent Resident status (A security clearance will be required for all positions located in US Government buildings in the US and abroad)


To apply you must first create a profile through the online application, once a profile has been created you can apply for positions by selecting the position and choosing the Apply option. Applicants should write a cover letter specifically addressing how their background relates to the specified qualifications, and include salary history.



2. What is the process and how long does it take?

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Last Modified: May 19 2008 at 09:35:59 AM PST

Generally, the recruitment process takes up to three months. Some positions are filled more quickly, and others take longer. All candidates will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be referred to the cognizant hiring manager. GHFP will contact all candidates who are to be interviewed to arrange interview times and will send out additional paperwork to be completed. Candidates selected for interview will be asked to provide three professional references who will be contacted by telephone or email. GHFP will notify candidates after the final selection by USAID is made.


3. Should I call to follow up on my resume?

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Last Modified: May 19 2008 at 09:35:54 AM PST

It is not necessary for you to call to follow up. If GHFP has questions regarding your CV or cover letter, we will contact you directly.


4. How is the fellowship different from being an employee of USAID?

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Last Modified: May 19 2008 at 09:35:46 AM PST

GHFP fellows are employees of the Public Health Institute, www.phi.org, a non-profit health research organization located in Oakland, CA. Most fellows work directly at USAID locations in Washington, DC (the Agency’s headquarters) or USAID missions throughout the world. As employees of PHI, fellows are eligible for PHI's executive-level benefits package. (See Overview of Benefits following.) Administrative support for each fellow is provided by fellowship specialists located in the GHFP Washington, DC office or through the program’s university program coordinators.


5. How is salary determined?

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Last Modified: May 19 2008 at 09:35:39 AM PST

As a private sector employer, PHI sets a salary range for each position based on the position’s required skills, abilities and duties. Salaries are negotiated with each finalist based on the individual’s salary history, position for which he/she is being hired, location of position, etc.


6. What benefits are provided to fellows?

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Last Modified: May 19 2008 at 09:35:31 AM PST

The standard fellowship benefits include:
Professional benefits:

  • A leadership retreat in the first year
  • Ongoing individual coaching and workshop sessions with world-renowned experts on leadership and professional development
  • Financial support for professional development
  • A professional travel budget
  • Affiliation with a University Partner for early through mid career fellowships


Leave allowances:

  • Vacation
  • Sick leave
  • Workplace holidays
  • Paid leave for jury duty, etc.

Paid benefits:

  • Coverage for employee medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Medical evacuation insurance
  • Employer-paid contributions to selected 403(b) retirement annuities

In addition to the standard benefits, overseas fellows may receive international allowances depending on the assignment location.

Examples of international allowances:

  • Housing allowance
  • Settling-in allowance
  • Post differential
  • Post allowance
  • Education allowance for dependents
  • R & R travel


7. If I apply for one fellowship position, will I automatically be considered for others?

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Last Modified: May 25 2007 at 10:22:02 AM PST

Since each position has specific qualifications and requirements, you must apply for each position to be considered.