Consulting jobs Global Health - how to get work

Greg Martin discusses consulting in global health, emphasizing the importance of a concise one-page CV. He outlines various consulting contexts, including individual roles and opportunities in consulting firms. Practical steps for finding work and maintaining a good reputation are provided, along with advice on networking and managing work effectively.

What is one of the easiest ways to gain experience in global health?

• Reading global health journals

• Volunteering at local clinics

• Doing consulting work

• Attending health conferences

What should be included in a one-page CV for consulting?

• A paragraph about personal interests

• A detailed list of publications

• A full employment history

• Contact details and a sentence about availability

Why is it important to keep a CV short and to the point?

• To ensure it is read by more people

• To include more personal achievements

• To save paper

• To impress HR professionals

What is a potential role for an individual consultant in global health?

• Writing proposals and reports

• Managing a hospital

• Teaching health courses

• Leading a permanent team

What is a benefit of forming a coalition of independent consultants?

• Reducing individual workload

• Increasing the size of consulting bids

• Avoiding competition

• Gaining more personal recognition

What should you do if you receive more consulting work than you can handle?

• Ignore the additional offers

• Decline all offers

• Pass the work to other consultants

• Try to manage all tasks yourself

What is a key piece of advice for maintaining professionalism in consulting?

• Always oversell your skills

• Keep detailed time sheets and invoices

• Focus only on high-paying jobs

• Avoid communicating with clients