CALL FOR

INTERNATIONAL
ASSISTANTS
AND
PROGRAM
COORDINATORS

2017 - 2018

Executive Board 2017-2018
President
Carlos Acosta - Brazil
Vice-President for Activities
Hana Lucev - Croatia
Vice-President for Members
Satria Nur Sya’ban - Indonesia
Vice-President for Finances
Amela Hamidovic - Serbia
Vice-President for External Affairs
Batool Wahdani - Jordan
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Contents Message from the Executive Board 17-18
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Important Information
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How to Apply? Timeline

VPF Fundraising Assistant

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VPA Assistants
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Regional Directors’ Assistants

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Africa EMR
Americas Europe
Asia-Pacific
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Standing Committee International Teams

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SCOME SCORA
SCOPE SCORE
SCOPH SCORP

Program Coordinators
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 Message from the
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Executive Board 17-18

Dear NMO Presidents,

Dear members,
We are honoured to send you the first call for International Assistants and
Program Coordinators for the term 2017-2018!
ITs and PCs represent one of the greatest workforces of our federation. It
is within them that we find the capillarization of ideas and insights from our
members in order to share them with the world. Now, more than ever, we
need competent and motivated members to join us in this journey as we
start establishing our recently adopted strategy! We are sure that in this
year we will have many great applications.
Please find below a task description for all positions offered this term as
well as the necessary requirements set by the officials for the next term.
Do not hesitate if you have any questions regarding the positions or the
selection process by emailing us to ebelect@ifmsa.org and we will reply
as soon as possible.
We kindly ask NMO Presidents to disseminate this manual widely to their
members.
Thank you dearly,
Your EBE
Amela, Batool, Carlos, Hana, Satria
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How to Apply?

All candidates interested in applying for one of the positions

outlined in this manual must submit the following documents:

1. Filled Candidature Form (CF), signed and stamped

by the NMO President (link);
2. Technical Data Card (TDC) (link);
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV) adapted to the position;
4. Motivation Letter (ML), no more than 1 page long,
highlighting previous IFMSA experience;
5. Plan of Action (PoA), no more than 2 pages long;
6. High-resolution, coloured, passport-sized photograph,
for publication purposes.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
All applications must be sent by email to ebelect@ifmsa.org AND
the email of the relevant Official. Officials’ email addresses can
be found throughout this manual and in a summary table at the
end.
All applications must be sent in before the deadline, which is set
to August 29, 2017 @ 23:59 GMT. No late applications will
be considered!
Applicants must ensure that the subject of their email contains
the code corresponding to the position they are applying for.
These codes can be found highlighted throughout this manual
and in a summary table at the end.
Applicants must be available for an online interview to be
scheduled upon agreement with the relevant officials. All
interviews are likely to take place in the first week following the
deadline of application.
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Timeline
19 Aug. First call for International Teams and Program Coordinators
sent out
29 Aug. Deadline for applications in the first call
31 Aug. List of applicants and respective candidatures shared with
the NMOs
14 Sep. Deadline for NMOs to give input to applications
16 Sep. First round of appointments of International Teams
and Program Coordinators; assessment of need for second
call

18 Sep. Second call for International Teams and Program

Coordinators sent out
23 Sep. Deadline for applications in the second call
25 Sep. List of Applicants and respective applications shared with the
NMOs
1 Oct. Official announcement of International Teams and
Program Coordinators on the NMOs’ and other
relevant mailing lists
2 Oct. Deadline for the NMOs to give input to applications
7 Oct. Second round of appointments of International
Teams and Program Coordinators; assessment of
need for third call
9 Oct. Third call for International Teams and Program
Coordinators sent out
16 Oct. Deadline for applications in the third call

18 Oct. List of applicants and respective candidatures

shared with the NMOs
25 Oct. Deadline for the NMOs to give input to applications

28 Oct. Third round of appointments of International Teams

and Program Coordinators
 VP-Finances CAND FUND AS
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Fundraising Assistants
Introduction Positions available
It is my honour to present to you the call for the 1. Fundraising Assistant
Assistant for Fundraising. Many structural changes Code: CAND FUND AS
are planned for the financial work during this
year. The work performed by the Assistant for
Fundraising,together with the Vice-President for Please send your applications to:
Finance,will lay the foundation for the Federation’s amelahamidovic@gmail.com
fundraising efforts and honoring the Fundraising and
Framework. ebelect@ifmsa.org

The work of the Assistant for Fundraising will be

performed in close collaboration with the Vice-
President for Finance and other relevant members
of the Team of Officials. The tasks will focus on
following Ethical Fundraising framework and
grant applications, working on a database of
grants, potential sponsors,and helping to create a
template for sponsorship agreements used within
the Federation.
The role of Assistant for Fundraising for 2017- 2018
will need ambitious, experienced,motivated, and
dedicated members, to help set the foundation
for the work being conducted in the area of
fundraising. Are you the person we are looking for?
I’m looking forward to receiving your applications
and will be selecting 1 or 2 assistants. If you have
any inquiries, questions ,don’t hesitate to contact
me through email (amelahamidovic@gmail.com).
Yours,
Amela Hamidovic, VPF 2017/18
Fundraising Assistants
Task Description
1. Search for new funding opportunities for the Federation;
2. Categorize grants and funding opportunities;
3. Continue building a database over grants and funding opportunities;
4. Support in the coordination of grant applications;
5. Support in the writing of grant applications;
6. Make sure all relevant documents are collected for grant applications;
7. Support in the planning and follow-up of grants;
8. Helping to create a template for sponsorship agreements used
within the Federation

Selection Criteria
1. Experience in financial matters;
2. Good experience in grant application and grant application writing;
3. Experience in fundraising;
4. High level knowledge in the English language;
5. Availability for the entire term (Oct. 2017 - Sep. 2018);
6. Availability to meet online with the VPF at least twice a month;
7. A strong sense of responsibility and an organised way of working
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Evaluation Assistant
Introduction
The evaluation of the impact that IFMSA makes
is one of the central things regarding IFMSA
Strategy 2017/2020. We believe that we should
properly evaluate the impact our meeting have on
our members, in term of knowledge, behaviour
and attitude. This is why this position is opening,
with focus on measuring the impact from General
Assemblies, Regional Meetings and Team of
Officials meetings.
The plan for this term is to come up with standardized
way of evaluation which will benefit our members
and set grounds for further development of our
Federation.
I’m looking forward to reading your applications!
Hana Lucev, VPA 2017/18
Please send your applications to
hana.lucev@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org
CAND EV AS
Task Description
1. Work together with VPA in order to come
up with standardized way of evaluation our
meetings
2. Creation of google forms for impact
evaluation
3. Analysis of data from the impact evaluation
Selection Criteria
1. Attendance of at least 2 General Assemblies/
Regional Meetings
2. Experience in impact evaluation
3. Experience with Google applications and
data analysis
4. Ability to proactively provide support
 VP-Activties CAND PRG SUP
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Program Support Assistant

Introduction Task Description

Since the introduction of Programs, there is a
need for proper coordination of all 17 Program
Coordinators (PCs). The tasks that PCs do are
wide and their impact is valuable both for support
of our members and for proper impact for IFMSA
in external representation. Programs have such a
big potential in our Federation and the Program
support assistant will be in charge to help me fulfill
them.
The Program support assistant will also help me to
coordinate the upgrade of the Program Proposals
and to come up with the solution for overlapping
of Programs’ topics, working to achieve the IFMSA
Strategy 2017/2020, most importantly the
alignment of internal and external work of IFMSA.
1. Help VPA in coordination of Program
Coordinators
2. Assist VPA during General Assemblies with
Program-related tasks
3. Coordination of activities enrolled in the
Activities Database
4. Follow up with VPPRC in making the
promotion materials for Programs
Selection Criteria
1. Attendance of at least 2 General Assemblies
2. Experience in work with Programs
3. Experience in coordination of the team
4. Facilitation skills

Moreover, since the creation of Activities Database

will be in progress, the Program support assistant
will also play a role in coordination of activities
that are present in the database, assisting the PCs.

I’m looking forward to reading your applications!

Hana Lucev , VPA 2017/18

Please send your applications to

hana.lucev@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

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Africa
Introduction
Dear members of the African Region
With the overwhelming excitement and happiness
to start the next term eagerly, am very pledged to
send out the call for the next Regional team 2017-
2018.
As a member of the African Regional Team, you
will be working closely with the Regional Director
(RD) and the International Team not only to solve
the challenges that we face as a region, but also
to celebrate the achievements of our work.
Therefore I’m looking for a very motivated and
enthusiastic group of people but at the same time
with high quality skills and knowledge about the
regional needs and the federation as well.
Being in the African Regional Team is the decision
that you won’t regret.
I am looking forward to working with you all to
serve and take our region to greater heights. If you
have any questions feel free to contact me at any
time (alaazibrahim@gmail.com).
Alaa Ibrahim , RD Africa 2017/18
Team Structure
1. General Assistant (1 person)
Code: CAND AF GA
2. Development Assistants (2 persons)
Code: CAND AF DA
Different Codes
Expectations
- People applying for mentioned a head positions
are expected to be active in internet based
communication protocols (Gmail, WhatsApp,
hangout, Skype) and be able to attend Regional
Meeting and General Assemblies if possible.
- There is, however, a significantly stronger
emphasis for Regional Meeting attendance for
which the Regional Team is essential.
which will be held in Abuja, Nigeria in Dec /
Hosted by (NiMSA-Niergia)
- Applicants are also expected to be diligent and
able to maintain quality of work throughout the
year. A monthly online meeting is highly possible
thus prospective applicants are also expected to
prepare time for this. Expect multiple OLMs with
both Regional IT and NMO President.
- It is also expected that the Applicants will
have a Regional Annual Working Plan to ensure
accountability and provide clear goals for the
2017/2018 period.
Email applications to:
alaazibrahim@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

General Assistant
The General Assistant will be working closely with the RD and the
NMOs. S/He will be mainly working together with the RD on external
affairs, enhancing the external representation within the region, and
promoting and supporting NMOs in connecting with potential partners.
This position requires a highly experienced and involved member who
is aware of the region’s main issues and priorities. Experience on
executive management, external representation and capacity building
of NMOs is required. The specific tasks vary throughout the term
and they will be outlined by the RD based on the needs he sees fit.

Task Description
1 - Help the RD in External Representation (mainly preparation
for and, if possible, presence at external meetings) and in creating
opportunities for external representation;
a. Work with the RD on framing a manual for external
representation within the region
b. Oversee the effective use of the policy statement and
highlight the need of new policy statements where possible
c. Inform the region of important international related events
and projects
d. Inform the region of important and relevant fundraising
opportunities
2- Assist in PR and communication;
a. Develop the Africa Region Server, African Region Facebook
group and create more channels of communication through different
social media channels to enhance the connection between African
members
b. Assist the RD in creating video updates for the region
throughout the term
c. Facilitate and improve the flow of communication within the
Africa Regional Team
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Africa
d. Work on updating the Africa region’s
page on the IFMSA website
3- Assist in the facilitation of Presidents’ Sessions
during the African Regional Meeting and the
Regional Sessions during General Assemblies
Selection Criteria
• Strong motivation, diligence, and ability to
maintain quality of work;
• Proficiency in the use of online management
platforms commonly used in IFMSA (google
docs, google forms, etc.);
• Adequate internet access for the entirety of the
term;
• Understanding of IFMSA Structure and
Operations (Plenary Procedures, Constitution
and Bylaws, etc.);
• Attendance of at least 1 (one) Regional
Meeting or 1 (one) General Assembly (non-
mandatory but preferred);
• Willingness to learn and understand condition
of Region
Different Codes
Development Assistants
The NMO Development Assistants will be
working closely with the RD and the NMOs. The
DA will deal with internal affairs, including NMO
development, recruitment of new NMOs, and
support of New NMOs.
This position requires a highly experienced and
involved member who is aware of the Region’s
main issues and priorities. Experience on executive
management, internal development and capacity
building
of NMOs is required. The specific tasks vary
throughout the term and they will be outlined by
the RD based on the needs he sees fit.
Note: (one of the DA will be from the French
speaking countries for language barrier problem)
Task Description
1. Support to the African NMOs, namely:
• Creation of and follow-up on surveys (in
English & French)
• Assessment of NMOs Reports
• Direct help regarding specific needs and
problems of the NMOs
• Follow-up and monitoring of new NMOs’
membership candidatures
• Assist NMOs in strengthening their
advocacy and policy through capacity
building efforts.
 Task Description
1.
2. Assist the RD in tackling regional issues and conflicts;
3. Encourage and maintain collaboration within the region;
4. Assist the RD in the development and management of the Region’s
official documentation;
5. Help improve the Internal Operation Guidelines of the African
Region;
6. Assist the RD organise and facilitate the African Regional Meeting
aswell as the regional sessions during General Assemblies;
7. Report monthly to RD with the tasks and the plans;
8. Facilitate and assist NMOs applying for visa with regards to IFMSA
events are concerned

Selection Criteria
• Strong English language AND/ OR strong French
• Strong motivation, diligence, and ability to maintain quality of work;
• Proficiency in the use of online management platforms commonly
used in IFMSA (google docs, google forms, etc.);
• Adequate internet access for the entirety of the term;
• Understanding of IFMSA Structure and Operations (Plenary
Procedures, Constitution and Bylaws, etc.);
• Attendance of at least 1 (one) Regional Meeting or 1 (one)
General Assembly (non-mandatory but preferred);
• Willingness to learn and understand condition of Region

Here by I am calling all the passionate members in the region, who

are willing to devote time, energy and sacrifices for the good of Africa
to apply for this call. Because I believe that together we could make a
difference.
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Americas
Introduction
Since AM in Tanzania, many things have
happened, and in some weeks will be time to start
the amazing journey where our NMOs honored
me to be serving you as Regional Director for
one more term. As always I’m expecting the best
from our members, and the first step to show how
interested you are in our beloved federation and
region is not missing this opportunity, to take the
region a step forward.
I’m looking for a very motivated and enthusiastic
group of people but at the same time with high
quality skills and knowledge about the regionals
needs and the federation as well. The team will
be there during all the term to support each other
and to make our Regional NMOs even better.
You can expect to work with a team that respects
your ideas and acknowledges the diversity of The
Americas as our greatest quality.
Leading the Regional Team for during the current
term, I can state that working with such amazing
group of people strengthen my leadership and
team building skills and improve some qualities as
commitment, trust and team building. Based on this
amazing experience and what I definitely believe
the next Regional Team can develop in you, I
encourage every single member of The Americas
that feel passionate and motivated to work towards
IFMSA in the international level to apply and walk
together this amazing term ahead.
Fabrizzio Canaval, RD Americas 2017/18
Different Codes
Team Structure
1. General Assistant
Code: CAND AM GA
2. Internal Development Assistant
Code: CAND AM IDA
3. Involvement Assistant
Code: CAND AM IA
4. External Representation and Policy Making
Assistant
Code: CAND AM EXRA
General Assistant
This position requires a highly experienced and
involved member who is aware of the region’s
main issues and priorities. Experience on executive
management, administrative skills and sufficient
knowledge on social media management is
required.
The specific tasks vary throughout the term and
they will be outlined by the RD based on the needs
he sees fit.
Task Description
1. Assisting the RD in meetings with NMO
presidents and minute taking;
2. Assisting in the facilitation of Presidents’ Sessions
during the Regional Meetings and the Regional
Sessions during General Assemblies;
3. Assisting the RD in dealing with the Regional
Meeting Organizing Committee;
4. Assisting the RD in the development of the
Email applications to:
fabrizzio.canaval@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Americas Strategic Plan and Americas IOGs;

5. Assisting the RD in promoting the publication of articles in the
regional and general publications of IFMSA;
6. Assisting the RD in the management of the Facebook group, the
regional link of The Americas within ifmsa.org and other social
media tools;
7. Participate in and prepare Americas Team (online) meetings;
8. Assisting NMOs in the creation, revision, translation or adaptation
in documents;
9. Assisting the RD in creating video updates for the region throughout
the term;
10. Help prepare the agenda and minutes of the Regional Team’s and
the Regional Presidents online meetings;
11. Facilitate and improve the flow of communication within the
Americas Team;
12. Assisting the RD in the promote collaboration between the RAs work
towards the region;
13. Assisting the RD in collecting the Regional Team’s reports to be
presented in the dates established in the IOGs;
14. Mastery of the following technologies: Google Apps (Docs, Sheets,
Forms, Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Hangouts), Microsoft Office, Skype,
Facebook.
15. Assisting the RD with activities and projects involvement in Programs.
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Americas

Internal Development Assistant of structure, bylaws and NGAs

This position requires a highly experienced and 9. Assisting the RD in the follow up of the Region’s
involved member who is aware of the region’s
NMOs legal status within their countries.
main issues and priorities. Experience on executive
management, internal development, management 10. Assisting the RD and RAs in the development of
of internal issues and national capacity building of Standing Committees in the Americas Region
NMOs is required.
11. Assisting the RD improving the participation of
The specific tasks vary throughout the term and
NMOs which its structure do not match with
they will be outlined by the RD based on the needs
the IFMSA’s structure.
he sees fit.
12. Assisting the RD in the development of regional
Task Description
SWGs based on Regional needs and
1. Assisting the RD in supporting NMO
weaknesses.
development in the region

2. Assisting the RD in updating of regional folder

Involvement Assistant
and directory
This position requires a highly experienced and
3. Assisting the RD in contacting and recruiting involved member who is aware of the region’s
new NMOs. main issues and priorities. Experience on executive
4. Assisting the RD in the development of the management, international experience in term of
Americas IOGs. involvement and international system is required.

5. Assisting the RD in the development The specific tasks vary throughout the term and
and management of the Region Official they will be outlined by the RD based on the needs
documentation. he sees fit.
Task Description
6. Assisting in the facilitation of Presidents’
Sessions during the Regional Meetings and the 1. Assisting the RD in coordinating
Regional Sessions during General Assemblies regional campaigns and projects
2. Assisting the RD in elaboration of plenary
7. Assisting the RD in the needs of assessment of simulations during the Regional Meeting
the Region and work on ways to cover them, 3. Assisting the RD in initiating discussions on
following the regional database system. regional and international platforms about
8. Assisting the RD in the individual follow up of relevant issues for the region and IFMSA.
the Region’s NMOs internal problems in terms 4. Assisting the RD in preparing NMOs for
Email applications to:
fabrizzio.canaval@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

international IFMSA events such as General Assemblies, SRT and

Regional Meetings providing pre-departure training and assistants.
5. Assisting NMOs in the process of gaining voting rights for General
Assemblies together with the RD (paying of the membership fee,
helping update databases, NMO reports, etc)
6. Working together with NMOs to find solutions for common
regional barriers for participation.
7. Assisting the RD to involve NMOs in participation within IFMSA
opportunities such as international calls, IFMSA grants and travel
assistance fund, membership applications and more.
8. Working together with Standing Committees regional assistants to
provide regional opportunities for collaboration, common activities
and programs participation.
9. Assisting NMOs in the participation and involvement of IFMSA
Programs.
10. Assisting the RD in updating the NMOs about the discussion in
the International level and synthesize and summarize important
discussions on the server and turn them into relevant documents for
future use.
11. Assisting in the facilitation of Presidents’ Sessions during the
Regional Meetings and the Regional Sessions during General
Assemblies
12. Assisting the RD in the development of the Americas IOGs
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Americas

External Representation Assistant OAS, FEPAFEM/PAFAMS and ALAMES

This position requires a highly experienced and 8. Assisting the RD in promoting the uses of
involved member who is aware of the region’s
IFMSA’s Policy Statements to advocate
main issues and priorities. Experience on executive
towards national institutions.
management, external representation and
advocacy and policy making is required. 9. Assisting the RD in developing international
The specific tasks vary throughout the term and opportunities for grants and scholarships to
they will be outlined by the RD based on the needs attend international meetings.
he sees fit.
10. Assisting the RD in developing internship
opportunities with regional organizations.
Task Description
1. Assisting the RD in meetings with external Qualifications requested
partners (e.g. preparation and presence).
• Motivation to work and participate.
2. Seek and promote regional opportunities for
• Knowledge of the region’s main issues and
advocacy, education, and policy.
priorities.
3. Assist NMOs needing help in strengthening their
• Attendance to the Regional Meeting 2017 in
advocacy, policy and external representation
Peru and possibility of attendance to at least
through regional collaboration efforts
one GA during 2017/18.
4. Implementation and development of
• Permanent access to a proper internet
strategies of the Regional priorities for External
connection.
Representation
• Should have experience within own NMO on
5. Assisting the RD in promoting national and
a national level.
international policy making trainings and
opportunities in IFMSA. • Experience on the international level (e.g.
attended at least one GA or RM).
6. Assisting the RD in promoting national and
international MoU making trainings and • Should be available for entire term (October
opportunities in IFMSA. 2017- September 2018) both by Skype for
online meetings and email.
7. Assisting the RD in creating links between the
region and Regional organizations such PAHO, • Should be proficient in English and effectively
work with technologies.
Email applications to:
fabrizzio.canaval@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Expectations
• To be an active and professional member of the International Team
for the whole IFMSA term:1st October 2017 – 30th September
2018.

• To listen and act upon the needs of the region and towards the
NMOs.

• To communicate regularly and effectively with the regional

International Team members, RD and regional NMOs.

• To work as a team alongside the International team serving as link

to the NMOs.

• To attend the scheduled regional International Team meetings

throughout the year.

• To attend March and August IFMSA General Assemblies.

• To participate and help facilitate regional Sessions at the General

Assemblies and Regional Meetings.

• To create a “Strategic Plan of Action” for your term in your role.

• To arrange a handover meeting with your predecessor and to

prepare a professional handover to your successor in October
2018.
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Asia Pacific
Introduction
With the rapid development and the emergence
of IFMSA in our region as an international platform
for youth dialogue, advocacy and exchange, the
role of the Regional team becomes crucial to
make sure NMOs achieve the greatest, locally
and within the Federation.
To ensure we bring out the best within us, the regional
team requires immense dedication, motivation and
hard work. This year we strive to reach out to and
engage all our members and empower all our
NMOs to be self sustainable and this ambitious
plan will not be possible without YOUR active
participation within our region throughout this year.
This team will serve the region unconditionally and
support each other through this term. Be assured,
we will capitalize on our diversity as a strength
and work on our weaknesses, to strive to reach
our goals and simultaneously have a tonne of fun.
So let’s kick some ass!
Long live and prosper Asia Pacific!
Mokshada Sharma, RD Asia-Pacific 2017/18
Different Codes
Team Structure
1. General Assistants (2 persons)
Code: CAND AP GA
2. Internal Development Assistant
Code: CAND AP IDA
3. External Representation Assistant
Code: CAND AP EXRA
4. Finances Assistant
Code: CAND AP FA
Common Requirements
1. Immense motivation, commitment and energy
to work for the Regional Team. Desire to learn
from each other, be sensitive and receptive to
different backgrounds and cultures.
2. Must be able to write, read and speak English
fluently. Mention in your application if you also
speak another language as it maybe useful
to expand our reach to non native English
speakers.
3. Permanent access to a stable Internet
connection
4. Must have attended a General Assembly(GA)
or Asia Pacific Regional Meet before
(preferably both)
5. Compulsory attendance at the APRM 2018
6. Compulsory attendance at at least one GA
(March Meeting 2018, Egypt or August
Meeting 2018 Canada)
Email applications to:
mokshada_sharma001@hotmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

7. Related experience to the tasks of the position you are applying for.

8. Mastery in Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Gmail, Drive,

Calendar, Hangouts), Microsoft Office, Doodle, Skype, Facebook
etc. Must also be receptive to new technology if needed.

Common Tasks
1. Create an Annual Working Plan at the start of the term which will be
monitored during the term by the RD and the NMO Presidents

2. Make a Handover Document at the beginning of the term for your

position documenting progress on the AWP, making sure we mention
both our successes and our failures for the future team

3. Create a Regional Strategy for three years along with the NMOs that
will be adopted at the APRM 2018

4. Update your work, events, meetings, opportunities in the AP Calendar

for everyone to view

5. Be present in at least 80% of the meetings in which your attendance

is required.

General Assistants
Task Description
1. Minute taking for Asia-Pacific NMO President OLM, IT team OLM,
APRM OLMs, and Regional Sessions

2. Support NMOs in their activities and ensure proactive communication

with the NMOs in coordination with the RD

3. Assist the RD in recruitment of new NMOs and ensure their smooth

transition into IFMSA

4. Create surveys for monitoring and evaluation of the regional team’s

work
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Asia Pacific

5. Schedule and organize the team and regional Internal Development Assistant
OLMs and webinars Task Description
1. Assist the RD in coordinating regional
6. Assist with the RD in the organization of the
campaigns and projects
Regional Sessions and Regional Meeting
2. Assist the RD in elaboration of plenary
7. Close cooperation with Regional Director in
simulations during the Regional Meeting
maintaining the day-to-day affairs of the region
3. Assist the RD in initiating discussions on regional
8. Assessment of NMO Reports
and international platforms about relevant
9. Assist the RD in preparing NMOs for issues for the region and IFMSA
international IFMSA events such as General
4. Work together with NMOs to find solutions for
Assemblies, SRT and Regional Meetings
common regional barriers for participation
providing pre-departure training and assistants
5. Assist the RD to involve NMOs in participation
10. Assist NMOs in the process of gaining voting
within IFMSA opportunities such as international
rights for General Assemblies together with the
calls, IFMSA grants and travel assistance fund
RD (paying of the membership fee, helping
update databases, NMO reports, etc) 6. Assist the RD to manage the Asia Pacific Think
Tank
11. Monitoring NMO Membership Status
7. Assist the RDs to monitor our Social Media
12. Assist the Regional Director and corresponding
presence within the Region
NMOs in organizing and facilitating Asia-
Pacific Regional Meeting and Regional 8. Seek and create new opportunities within the
Sessions within General Assembly Region to ensure member engagement

13. Work together with Standing Committees

regional assistants to provide regional
External Representation Assistant
Task Description
opportunities for collaboration, common
1. Assist the RD in meetings with external partners
activities and Programs participation
(e.g. preparation and presence if required)

2. Create, seek and promote regional

opportunities for advocacy, education and
policy

3. Assist NMOs needing help in strengthening

Email applications to:
mokshada_sharma001@hotmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

their national advocacy, policy and external representation through

regional collaboration efforts
4. Develop methods to implement the priorities in the Regional Strategy
for External Representation
5. Assist the RD in promoting national and international policy making
and MOU making trainings and opportunities in IFMSA
6. Assist the RD in promoting national and international MOU making
trainings and opportunities in IFMSA;
7. Assist the RD and NMOs in promoting the use of IFMSA’s Policy
Statements to advocate within their nation or locally.
8. Assist the RD in developing internship and other learning opportunities
with external regional organizations
9. Increase member involvement and assist in capacity building
pertaining to Regional Policy making

Finances Assistant
Task Description
1. Compiling a database of national treasurers
2. Creating a platform for NMO collaboration in financial matters
3. Supporting NMOs with applying for regional grants
4. Supporting NMOs with the creation of a financial plan
5. Seeking Externals for the APRM along with the APRM OC
6. Planning NMO capacity building in financial matters alongside the
RD and the RACB
7. Aiding the RD and the VPF with fundraising on a Regional level
8. Communicating with the NMOs and helping each NMO to achieve
its goal of financial stability (along with the RD)
9. Ensuring financial sustainability of the region and the Asia Pacific
Regional Meeting
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Eastern-Mediterranean Region
Introduction
After the fruitful August Meeting in Tanzania, a new
journey is about to start, and soon we’ll start a new
term, with new challenges, and new perspectives for
the Eastern Mediterranean Region.
Our region is unique: full of potential, and opportunities.
And it has grown and developed a lot during the last
few years. Our mission, is to keep on the positive
changes we’ve seen within the region and go a step
further. To achieve this, the regional team will have
the mission to work tirelessly in the finalization and
implementation of the EMR Strategy, together with the
support of the EMR NMOs, previous regional team
members and former RCs and RDs.
The Regional Team 2017-18 will be working together
towards achieving the strategy and the goals that
will be finalized and adjusted at the beginning of
the term, and to assure the quality of our NMOs’
activities through continuous follow up, monitoring and
evaluation.
This year, the Eastern Mediterranean Region will be
having a General Assistant serving the region along
with Standing Committee and CB Regional Assistants.
This change is made to better organize the work
within the EMR Team, ensure we have a clear job
description for the different positions and better fit the
plan we have for the region.
The General Assistant will assist the regional director
in implementing the Annual Working Plan we set for
the region, ensuring a continuous development of the
NMOs internally, regionally, and internationally and
developing our external representation opportunities.
I’ve been working within the EMR Team for 2 years
now, and I can only recommend you to take a further
CAND EMR GA
step in your IFMSA Career and jump on board by
being one of the EMR team members.
If you have any questions or inquiries, please feel free
to contact me via email (salma.ben.letaifa@gmail.
com) or WhatsApp (+21694037596).
Salma Ben Letaifa, RD EMR 2017/18
Team Structure
1. General Assistant
Code: CAND EMR GA
General Assistant
The General Assistant will be in charge of ensuring
the smooth operation of the Eastern Mediterranean
Region. This position requires a highly experienced
and involved member who is aware of the region’s
main issues and priorities. Experience on executive
management, administrative skills and sufficient
knowledge on social media management is
required.
Task Description
1. Close cooperation with the Regional Director
in following up on the day-to-day affairs of the
region;
2. Maintain proactive communication with the
NMOs in coordination with the RD;
3. Support NMOs with their needs, monitoring
NMO Membership Status;
4. Create surveys for monitoring and evaluation
of the regional team’s work;
Email applications to:
salma.ben.letaifa@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

5. Schedule and organize the team OLMs;

6. Assist the Regional Director in organizing and facilitating the EMR
Regional Meeting, pre-EMR workshops and the Regional Sessions
within General Assemblies;
7. Create a database for external representation with the RD, IFMSA
Liaison Officers and Vice president for external affairs;
8. Take part in improving the IOGs of the Region in coordination with
the NMOs Presidents and the RD.

Qualifications requested
1. Strong motivation and ability to maintain quality of work;

2. Availability for online meetings twice a month or more if needed;

3. Attending at least one of the two General Assemblies for the next term
and Regional Meeting in Morocco;

4. Having attended at least one Regional Meeting or General assembly;

5. Understanding of IFMSA Structure and Operations (Plenary Procedures,

Constitution and Bylaws, etc.);

6. Leadership and Team Building Skills;

7. Experience in leading sessions;

8. Willingness to learn and understand condition of Region.

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Europe

Introduction
This year IFMSA-Europe faces the peak of its current
strategy. During the last term, many points of the
strategy have been approached and the hare was set
to run. It will be our task to keep it moving and guide it
in the right direction to achieve the goals and support
it to reach its completion by the end of 2019.
Not only the European Strategy will request our time.
Two Regional priorities are waiting for us to be further
developed and expanded, to bring the Region a
step further towards achieving the goals we have set.
Antimicrobal-Resistance (AMR) and Refugees Health
are not only important for us as medical students, they
are important for everyone. As future doctors, we
will be serving the people of our Region. As medical
students, active in the IFMSA, we already support
society and our colleagues with important information
and skills that they will need for their future life.
As finances are often a struggle for many NMOs to
attend meetings, Capacity Building events or to realise
activities, we need to work on the development and
implementation of funding opportunities for our Region.
There are countless possibilities within the Region that
could be further explored and approached when it
comes to finances.
Not only finances are a focus area for our upcoming
term. We struggle in the times of BREXIT and other
political happenings within Europe, that might tear
people apart. To prevent this from happening, we
need to keep the vision of IFMSA in our heads, to
unite medical students world-wide.
Development. These members will be essential for the
internal structure of the team and efficient outcome of
our work.
As potential member of the European-International
Team (IT), you will face many new challenges in the
next year of your life. Not only the challenge to work
on different tasks, but additionally to work with people
from all over Europe with different cultures and ideas.
You will have to learn to be proactive and innovative,
but at the same time to manage the tasks that the IT
faces together - to not only achieve the goals that you
have set for yourself, but also the more general goals
that serve the European Region by collaborating
together with other team members.
I am looking forward to reading your applications
and if there are any questions or inquiries, feel free
to approach me via e-mail (birkbaehnemann@gmail.
com).
Birk Bähnemann, RD Europe 2017/18
Team Structure
1. General Assistants (2 persons)
Code: CAND EU GA
1. Finances & Development Assistant
Code: CAND EU FDA

In addition to the Standing Committee Regional

Assistants the European-Team will consist of two
General Assistants, the Regional Assistant for Capacity
Building and a Regional Assistant for Finances &
Email applications to:
birkbaehnemann@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

General Assistants
For this term, two General Assistant spots will be opened:
• General Assistant focusing on Antimicrobial Resistance
• General Assistant focusing on Health and Rights of Refugees
The general job description including qualifications are the same for both
positions, however each assistant will coordinate a different external
priority and its respective SWG, stakeholders, etc. The general tasks
will be divided between the assistants based on interest and fairness
after both have been appointed. Not only focussing on the European
Priorities is a need for the General Assistant. Additionally, tasks related
to NMO strengthening, building on the internal functioning of the region
and developing on the European Strategy are tasks that need to be
faced.

Task Description
1. Implementing the European strategy with the RD and other assistants,
specifically with regards to:
• Maintenance of the European Stakeholders document regarding
the priorities
• Support NMOs in the process of Policy Making (regarding national
and international level)
• Support NMO Strategy Development
2. Compiling and assessing the European Survey and the NMO
reports (in cooperation with the RD);
3. Creating and implementing the European external representation
plan with the RD and other officials;
4. Planning NMO capacity building in external representation
alongside the RD and the Capacity Building RA;
5. Communicating with the NMOs alongside the RD and other
assistants;
6. Preparing for meetings with external partners, and, if possible,
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attending them;
7. Organizing the European sessions in GAs and
Regional Meetings with the Regional Director;
8. Writing the European newsletter
9. Assisting in the implementation of publications
(e.g. European Sting) every other month
10. Preparing a handover manual for the next
General Assistant
Selection Criteria
• External Representation experience, ideally on
both a national and an international level;
• Good knowledge of European partners;
• Good advocacy skills;
• Good grasp on the process of making and
implementing policy;
• International experience (attended at least one
GA and/or RM, participation in SWGs, etc.);
• Availability for the entire term;
• Availability to attend the European Regional
Meeting;
• Availability to attend at least one General
Assembly;
• Good mastery of the English language;
• Availability to meet online with the European
Team at least once per month;
• Availability to meet online with the RD at least
twice per month;
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• Leadership experience on a national or local
level;
• A strong sense of responsibility and orientation
towards results
When applying for the General Assistant position,
you do not have to specify a focus, unless you are
only willing to work on one priority.
Finances & Development Assistant
This year, the position as Regional Assistant for
Finances gets an upgrade and an expanded field
of tasks. As the previous year, has focussed on the
implementation of a Regional Assistant for Finances
position, this year position will not only continue
the tasks of the previous position but additionally
work on developmental goals of the European
team. These developmental goals include the
implementation of the European Strategy and the
assistance of NMOs to work on their structures
and methods.
Task Description
1. Implementing the European strategy with
the RD and other assistants, specifically with
regards to:
• Creating a platform for NMO collaboration in
financial matters;
• Supporting NMOs with applying for Erasmus+
and other European grants;
• Supporting NMOs with the creation of a
financial plan;
2. Compiling and assessing the European Survey and the NMO reports
(in cooperation with the RD);
3. Planning NMO capacity building in financial matters alongside the
RD and the Capacity Building RA;
4. Aiding the RD and the VPF with fundraising on a European level;
5. Communicating with the NMOs alongside the RD and other assistants;
6. Organizing the European sessions in GAs and Regional Meetings
with the RD;
7. Preparing a handover manual for the next Finances Assistant

Selection Criteria
• Good experience in financial matters (e.g. current or former treasurer);
• Successful fundraising experience (e.g. successful grant applications,
donation drives etc.);
• Ideally, Experience with European grants (e.g. Erasmus+, Council of
Europe, EEA, Eastern Partnership);
• Ideally, some form of training experience (can also be acquired after
appointment);
• Good knowledge of NMO and IFMSA structures
• Availability for the entire term;
• Availability to attend the European Regional Meeting;
• Availability to attend at least one General Assembly;
• Good mastery of the English language;
• Availability to meet online with the European Team at least once per
month;
• Availability to meet online with the RD at least twice per month;
• Leadership experience on a national or local level;
• A strong sense of responsibility and orientation towards results
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International Team
Introduction
Dear SCOMEdians and medical education lovers
around the globe.
A new term is about to start, and we are looking for
experienced and passionate members to become
part of the upcoming SCOME International Team.
We need a team to promote, empower and
advocate for the different Medical Education
issues in all the 5 regions. This year is all about
bringing SCOMEdians from all regions together!
As member of the International Team, you will
have to accomplish several tasks related to your
position, as well as new challenges and initiatives
proposed by the SCOME D and LME. You will
have the opportunity to work, interact and lead
with Medical Education student representatives
from around the world. You will also be part of all
the fun and interact with the coolest people around
in IFMSA. We can guarantee lots of laughter,
weird jokes and possibly awkward silences. But
for sure, this will be a year to remember!
Before applying please consider reading the
SCOME Regulations, the SCOME 2015-2017
Strategic Plan and review the SCOME related
IFMSA programs as these documents represent
the bases of our work for the next term.
If you have any questions, please contact Pablo or
Katerina through email at pestrellaporter@gmail.
com or dimakaterina@yahoo.com.
We are really excited to review your candidatures
and make an unforgettable year for Medical
Education worldwide. Take the plunge and apply
- we are waiting for you!
Pablo Estrella, SCOME D 2017/18
Katerina Dima, LME 2017/18
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Team Structure
1. GeneralAssistant
Code: CAND ME GA
2. Development Assistant
Code: CAND ME DA
3. Regional Assistant for Africa
Code: CAND ME RA AF
4. Regional Assistant for Americas
Code: CAND ME RA AM
5. Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific
Code: CAND ME RA AP
6. Regional Assistant for EMR
Code: CAND ME RA EMR
7. Regional Assistant for Europe
Code: CAND ME RA EU
Regional Assistant
The Regional Assistants will act as the SCOME
representative in their region, conducting SCOME
sessions, listening to the needs of the region,
finding solutions to issues and being the contact
person for the National Officers on Medical
Education (NOMEs). If appointed as a regional
assistant you will become a crucial part of both the
International Team and respective Regional Team.
Task Description
A. Meetings and Assemblies:
1. Attending Regional Meeting and availability
during the whole meeting is a must. Attendance
of the pre-regional meeting is recommended;
2. Attending at least one of the two IFMSA
Email applications to:
pestrellaporter@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

General Assemblies is strongly recommended;

3. Preparation of SCOME sessions for RMs in coordination with the
SCOME IT and fulfilling required tasks such as open a call for
Sessions Team, create and share the Survival Kit and Follow Up Kit
among others.
B. Capacity Building:
1. Active efforts to establish SCOME in NMOs that don’t have it,
and support development of SCOME in NMOs where it needs
development;
2. Ensuring the consultations, reports, and surveys distributed by the
SCOME IT are filled by the SCOME members from your region;
3. Promoting the relevant IFMSA Programs;
4. Supporting NMOs to update their projects to an activity under
one of the IFMSA Programs and encourage them to enroll their
activities in IFMSA Programs;
5. Ensuring regular reporting from NOMEs of the region and
presenting those reports to the SCOME team for addressing key
issues;
6. Holding regular regional OLMs to discuss updates within the
region, and holding individual meetings with NOMEs;
7. Scheduling of regional educational online seminars in coordination
with SCOME IT;
8. Assisting NMOs of the region and encouraging them to be present
in international SCOME discussions and standing committee
sessions during GAs;
9. Assisting NMOs in their SCOME activities, and encouraging
participation in activities presentations and fairs;
10. Share relevant information to Medical Education opportunities in
their region.
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C. External Representation:
1. Collaborating closely with the LME, to provide
information on externals in the region;
2. When required, work closely with the Regional
Director to fill in for the LME in meetings;
3. Collaborating with the LME to develop at least
two sections of the Global Policy on Medical
Education Toolkit, based on interest and
experience, and priorities of each region;
4. Attending one regional medical education
meeting is recommended;
5. Applying for the AMEE task force is
recommended;
6. Participate in external representation tasks
such as National Policy Development follow
up with NOMEs and collaborate to create
Medical Education related policy documents
for IFMSA.
Selection Criteria
• Availability to attend and prepare the SCOME
Sessions at the Regional Meeting;
• Good understanding of the SCOME values,
the way the Standing Committee work;
• Knowledge of IFMSA relevant programs,
SCOME regulations and the SCOME strategy;
• Good oral and written English skills;
• Experience within SCOME;
• Recommended to have attended at least one
Regional Meeting or General Assembly;
• Good facilitation skills. Recommended to
have conducted at least one SCOME-related
sessions previously, on the local, national or
international level
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General Assistant
General Assistant will assist both the LME and
the SCOME D in the general SCOME tasks,
supporting Regional Assistants in the preparations
of their Regional Sessions, handle social media
interaction with members, organize the SCOME
Archives and fill in for the SCOME Director when
unavailable.
Task Description
A. Handling Social Media & General SCOME
Interaction:
1. Maintain regular updates relevant SCOME
Facebook Group, and collaborate with the
VPPRC to update the IFMSA Facebook page
for SCOME activities;
2. Initiate monthly interactive threads on SCOME
social media to raise awareness about the
themes of SCOME and share NMOs relevant
activities and obstacles;
3. Work for active social interaction and
information sharing on SCOME Fb groups;
4. Collaborate with the VPPRC to update
the IFMSA website with relevant SCOME
Information in coordination with the publications
team.
B. SCOME Documents:
1. Maintain and enhance resources in the
SCOME public folder and publicize it regularly
in the available networks;
2. Coordinate the production of any documents/
kits relevant to SCOME;
3. Archive last year’s documents and organize
 them;
4. Collect and document work of different IFMSA Programs during
last term
C. SCOME IT:
1. Coordinate timing of SCOME IT OLMs and ensure presence of all
team members;
2. Take minutes of SCOME IT OLMs;
3. Update the SCOME Calendar with events and pending tasks;
4. Follow up on the reporting and task execution of SCOME IT
members;
5. Help prepare SCOME handover manuals;
6. Create evaluation/reporting forms based on the discussions of the
IT;
7. Collaborate and assist the LME for general tasks needed inside
the IT.
D. General Assembly:
1. Attend IFMSA General Assemblies (recommended);
2. Be available and active in the planning, execution and follow-up on
SCOME sessions at General Assemblies. This entails for instance:
3. To assist in setting the agenda for the General Assemblies
4. To assist in the creation of the Survival Kit and Report
5. To participate in SCOME sessions team if available
Selection Criteria
• Availability to attend to the SCOME Sessions in the two General
Assemblies (at least one is required);
• Have attended at least one General Assembly to the SCOME
Sessions;
• Good understanding of the SCOME values, the way the Standing
Committee work;
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• General knowledge of Google Drive B. TMET Follow up and Quality assurance:

management of files;
1. Maintain and update a list of all past TMET
• Knowledge of IFMSA relevant programs, trainings and trainee, based on the existing
SCOME regulations and the SCOME strategy; database;
• Good oral and written English skills;
2. Update the TMET resource folder, with
• Experience within SCOME;
presentations, articles, and resources for
• Good facilitation skills. Recommended to trainers and trainees;
have conducted at least one SCOME-related
3. Collaborate with the SCOME-D, LME and
sessions previously, on the local, national or
international level past trainers, to create, update and distribute
the TMET Manual, to assist future trainers
Development Assistant in building high-quality training, and create
The Development Assistant will focus on specific criteria for selection of trainers;
sustainability within SCOME and creating 4. Work with the SCOME D to find new strategies
conditions under which SCOME can reach its full to improve the follow up and quality assurance
potential worldwide. of the trainings, as well to work in the TMET
Task Description Regulations review.
A. 3-year Strategic Plan: C. General Assembly:
1. Follow-up in the work done in the 2015- 1. To attend IFMSA General Assemblies
17 SCOME Strategic Plan and work with (recommended);
the SCOME D and LME to create the new
SCOME Strategic Plan 2017-2020; 2. To be available and active in the planning,
execution and follow-up of SCOME sessions
2. Include the rest of the SCOME IT in the process at General Assemblies. This entails for instance:
of creating and implementing the SCOME
Strategic Plan 2017-2020; a. To assist in setting the agenda for the
General Assemblies.
3. Create a draft form, collect comments and
suggestions, present the final proposal, that will b. To help in developing need-centered
be voted upon at the August Meeting; sessions that offer the members to learn something
new each time.
4. Work closely with the VPCB, International
Team on the SCOME 2017-2020 strategy c. To assist in the creation of the Survival Kit
and the TMET development and follow up. and Report.
Selection Criteria
• Have attended or facilitated at least one TMET training;
• General knowledge of Google Drive management of files;
• Good understanding of the SCOME values, the way the Standing
Committee work;
• Knowledge of IFMSA relevant programs, SCOME regulations and
the SCOME strategy;
• Good oral and written English skills;
• Experience within SCOME
• Recommended to have attended at least one Regional Meeting or
General Assembly;
• Good facilitation skills. Recommended to have conducted at least
one SCOME-related sessions previously, on the local, national or
international level

Short farewell message with expectations of the

Official
We expect committed people that want to create a strong, active,
supportive and dynamic International Team.

So, if you are an experienced and motivated SCOMEdian, wish to

work with amazing people from all over the world, create incredible
memories and make everyone else wonder how you can be so cool
and efficient the same time… send in your application at once and
help us unleash all the potential medical education has to offer!
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International Team
Introduction
An amazing journey is about to start. It is with
great honour and pleasure that I invite you to be
part of the SCOPE International Team for the term
2017-2018. The team will be composed of five
Regional Assistants (one per region), a General
Assistant, and a Development Assistant.
What I envision for the next term is a strong and
balanced team in which the Regional Assistants are
fully committed to NEOs and NMOs support (RAs
will specifically work on regional priorities), while
the General Assistant works on technical tasks (e.g.
database), Capacity Building and Global Health,
and the Development Assistant is responsible for
the SCOPE initiatives and innovation in the field of
Academic Quality.
In the following pages, you can find all the job
descriptions, roles, tasks, expectations and
the requirements for your application as well
as the deadlines. I am looking for a motivated,
responsible, efficient, transparent and funny team
that is ready to rock!
By applying for a position, it is essential to
make sure you understand that this commitment
requires a lot of dedication, work, and passion.
The previous SCOPE IT did a very good job in
terms of support of NMOs and innovation of
SCOPE. At the same time, the team created a
funny and motivational working environment
which was extremely important for achieving the
goals listed in the Annual Working Plan. Thus, I
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have high expectations for this team, as our efforts
will contribute to the development of our beloved
SCOPE.
With all the responsibilities comes a great set of
benefits of being an international assistant. You
will for sure have the best time of your IFMSA
life and it will inspire and push you to grow as a
person beyond your imagination. My experience
as General Assistant taught me so many things
and made me able to bond with new people who
later became friends. I will never forget the fun, the
conversations and the support I received from my
amazing SCOPE IT 2016-2017.
I wish to have a complete team by October 1st,
which is the start of my term as SCOPE Director.
There is a lot of work to do for our Standing
Committee; struggles will likely come… believe
me, they will come, because the workload is
high. However we will be all in this together, and
together we will be able to overcome the low
moments and spend an unforgettable year.
So, are you ready to rock? I am looking forward
to receiving your application! Should you have
any questions, do not hesitate to contact me at
tommaso.pomerani@gmail.com.
TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More
Tommaso Pomerani, SCOPE D 2017/18
Email applications to:
tommaso.pomerani@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Team Structure
1. Regional Assistant for Africa
Code: CAND PE RA AF
2. Regional Assistant for Americas
Code: CAND PE RA AM
3. Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific
Code: CAND PE RA AP
4. Regional Assistant for EMR
Code: CAND PE RA EMR
5. Regional Assistant for Europe
Code: CAND PE RA EU
6. General Assistant
Code: CAND PE GA
7. Development Assistant
Code: CAND PE DA
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Regional Assistants
• The Regional Assistant (RA) is the link between the SCOPE Director and the NEOs of each region.
RAs manage SCOPE in their respective regions, from contacting and developing new NEOs and
NMOs to managing any problems within the region in collaboration with the SCOPE Director and
the Regional Director (who must be regularly updated about what is happening in the region).
• Regional Assistants shall assist the SCOPE Director in the realisation of his Plan of Action, and work on
the basics of Academic Quality within the region (selection of outgoings, PDT, UAT, etc.)
• Regional Assistants should (at least four times per term) contact all NMOs, to see if they need any
support. They should also contact all non-SCOPE Active NMOs and help them set up SCOPE in their
country if they want to.
• Regional Assistants must encourage the cooperation between NMOs in their region and facilitate
cooperation on similar projects within the region.
• Regional Assistants should also regularly organise online meetings with the NEOs of their region, and
should assist NMOs willing to organize a PRET (Professional and Research Exchange Training) or a
TNET (Training New Exchange Trainers) in the preparation and agenda setting (with the help of the
SCOPE IT).
• Last but not least, Regional Assistants will be responsible for the SCOPE Sessions at the Regional
Meeting, as well as the Regional Sessions at the General Assemblies.

Task Description (according to SCOPE Regulations)

1. Provide a link between their region and the
SCOPE Director, and actively and regularly
checking the status of each NMO in their
region;
2. Fulfill any SCOPE related task requested by
the SCOPE Director;
3. Send a report to the SCOPE Director no later
than the 1st of February in time for the March
Meeting and no later than 1st of July for the
August Meeting;
4. Actively engage in the recruitment of new
NMOs within their region;
5. Investigate and assist in solving exchange
problems in their region;
6. Prepare and facilitate SCOPE sessions at
their Regional Meetings and deliver handouts
and/or reports no later than four weeks
afterwards;
7. Prepare and facilitate SCOPE regional
sessions at the IFMSA General Assemblies;
8. Ensure that NEOs fill out their ExPlore pages
according to the ExPlore manual by the
deadline in order to obtain voting rights;
9. Encourage the cooperation between NMOs
in their region and facilitating cooperation on
similar projects within the region.
10. Check NMOs Exchange Conditions from the NMOs within their
region before the August Meeting, ensuring they do not violate the
SCOPE Regulations;
11. Actively search for NMOs wishing to organise a PRET in their region
and inform them about application procedures, deadlines and
organizational details;
12. Review and correct of the Regional Assistants’ contact information in
the database during the first 4 weeks of their term;
13. Share the concerns of NEOs from the region with the IT to ensure
discussion and participation;
14. Actively work in the SCOPE IT and the Regional Team

Qualifications Requested

1. Should be motivated to improve the region greatly;

2. Should have experience within SCOPE (preferably be a former or
current NEO and an Exchange Trainer);
3. Should be available for the entire term;
4. Have internet access regularly and respond emails within two days;
5. Attend SCOPE IT Online Meetings, at least once per month;
6. Take part in every discussions within SCOPE;
7. Respect deadlines: Very high value;
8. Should be able to attend one General Assembly and the Regional
Meeting and possibly PRETs;
9. Extensive knowledge of SCOPE Regulations;
10. Work transparently, humbly and be willing to learn;
11. Have good English skills and effectively work with technologies,
especially Google Docs;
12. Should be willing to help the rest of the team if they are overloaded
by work
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International Team
General Assistant
This assistant will work closely with the SCOPE
Director and some tasks can be jointly worked on.
The assistant should (generally):
• Keep the SCOPE Director updated on the
progress on any tasks assigned to him/her;
• Submit monthly and mid-term and end-term
reports as the rest of the SCOPE International
Team;
• Assist in the achievement of the Annual Working
Plan
The assistant should (specifically):
• Be supportive to Regional Assistants and help
their approach to the NEOs;
• Help with the Exchange Online Platform
(database) by collecting all bugs from NEOs,
reproducing the errors, dividing them according
to a scale of priority and then forwarding them
to the SCOPE Director;
• Develop a list of minor improvements for the
Exchange Platform;
• Constantly update the NEOs and SCOPE
Director regarding the database;
• Help in the collection and compilation of
reports of the SCOPE IT (Monthly reports,
Mid-Term / End-term reports);
• Help in the minutes and action plans of the
SCOPE IT Online Meetings;
• Help in the compilation of late CAs and
SCOPE statistics;
• Perform an Evaluation of the exchange program
Different Codes
of each NMO (with the help of the SCOPE IT)
by collecting the results of the database EFs.
• Work on Capacity Building within SCOPE,
ensuring TNET and PRETs be up to the same
standard of quality (with the help of the SCOPE
IT) and following up on the Exchange Trainers.
• Work on the Global Health Strategy for SCOPE
and on SCOPH exchanges, increasing NEOs
involvement.
• Be involved in contacts with externals
(coordinated by SCOPE D and relevant
Liaison Officer), with the IT company and with
Program Coordinators, if needed.
Task Description (according to SCOPE Regulations)
• Facilitate sessions operating on their specific
subject throughout their term;
• Write and update guidelines for their topics;
• Keep the SCOPE Director updated on the
progress and any potential problems and
solutions proposed;
• Submit a mid-term report by February 1st and
an end-term report by July 1st to the international
team including what has been implemented of
the plan of action outlined in their candidature.
• Promote the principles and activities of their
division among NEOs and assisting in the
implementation of Division programs within
NMOs.
Qualifications Requested
• Should have experience within SCOPE (preferably be a former
or current NEO), and have knowledge of the database and the
Global Health strategy;
• Should have experience in capacity building within SCOPE
(preferably be an Exchange Trainer);
• Should be available for the entire term;
• Respond emails within two days.
• Should be motivated and creative to improve the position’s working
area;
• Attend SCOPE IT Online Meetings, at least once per month;
• Take part in every discussions within SCOPE;
• Respect deadlines: Very high value;
• Should be able to attend both General Assemblies, better if you
also can attend TNET and any PRET;
• Work transparently and be willing to learn;
• Have good skills in English and high skills with Information and
Technologies tools;
• Should be willing to help the rest of the team if they are overloaded
by work
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International Team
Development Assistant
This assistant will work closely with the SCOPE
Director and some tasks can be jointly worked on.
The assistant should (generally):
• Keep the SCOPE Director updated on the
progress on any tasks assigned to him/her;
• Submit monthly and mid-term and end-term
reports as the rest of the SCOPE International
Team;
• Assist in the achievement of the Annual Working
Plan
The assistant should (specifically):
• Be supportive to Regional Assistants and help
their approach to the NEOs;
• Follow up on the IFMSA UNESCO PDT and
promote it, especially in the regions which
have not been much exposed to it yet;
• Develop at least one innovative ready-made
educational activity for exchange students;
• Follow up on the current SCOPE initiatives
(trilateral exchanges, IFMSA IADS exchanges,
SCOPE SCORE exchanges, longer duration,
accessibility), promoting them to all NEOs;
• Follow up on Exchanges in Multiple
Departments, evaluating the outcomes of the
SWG;
• Review the Evaluation Form and work on a
possible pre-exchange EF for students and an
EF for tutors;
• Work on a possible version of the Handbook
for preclinical exchanges (with the help of the
Different Codes
SCOPE IT);
• Be involved in contacts with externals
(coordinated by SCOPE D and relevant Liaison
Officer), and with Program Coordinators, if
needed.
Task Description (according to SCOPE Regulations)
• Facilitate sessions operating on their specific
subject throughout their term;
• Write and update guidelines for their topics;
• Keep the SCOPE Director updated on the
progress and any potential problems and
solutions proposed;
• Submit a mid-term report by February 1st and
an end-term report by July 1st to the international
team including what has been implemented of
the plan of action outlined in their candidature.
• Promote the principles and activities of their
division among NEOs and assisting in the
implementation of Division programs within
NMOs.
Qualifications Requested
• Should have experience within SCOPE
(preferably be a former or current NEO), and
be aware of the main initiatives;
• Should have knowledge of Academic
Quality within SCOPE, evaluation and impact
assessment;
• Should be available for the entire term;
• Respond emails within two days.
• Should be motivated and creative to improve
 the position’s working area;
• Attend SCOPE IT Online Meetings, at least once per month;
• Take part in every discussions within SCOPE;
• Respect deadlines: Very high value;
• Should be able to attend both General Assemblies, better if you
also can attend Regional Meeting and any PRET;
• Work transparently and be willing to learn;
• Have good skills in English and knowledge of how to look for
scientific data/articles on internet;
• Should be willing to help the rest of the team if they are overloaded
by work
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International Team
Introduction
Dear SCOPHeroes,
It is with great enthusiasm that I open the call for
International Assistants for the upcoming term!
SCOPH has grown and developed beautifully
over the past years and now we have the new
IFMSA Strategy, SCOPH Strategy and amended
regulations to help us achieve even greater heights.
My vision for the year is to help create and
collaborate with a motivated and dynamic team.
In a positive and energetic work environment, each
one of us will grow, support others, and work to
fulfill different priorities that will be decided upon
together at the start of the term. We will strive to
make this the most successful term the Standing
Committee has ever seen!
International Assistants are a fundamental
component of the SCOPH International Team
(IT), as we would not be able to achieve precious
work without them.
The SCOPH-IT 2017/2018 will be composed
of 6 Regional Assistants, a General Assistant, a
Development Assistant, the Liaison Officer for Public
Health Issues (Sanne de Wit) and the SCOPH-
Director (me). Additionally, this year we aim to
extensively collaborate with other liaison officers
(LOs) such as the LO to Student Organisations
(Jonne Juntura), and the LO to the WHO (Amine
Lotfi).
Although there will be a lot of teamwork, each
Assistant will have a set of individual responsibilities
which will be agreed upon before the start of the
term. It is important to understand the tasks of
Different Codes
the position you are applying for, as the IFMSA
National Member Organisations (NMOs) will
also be depending on your work. I would like
to encourage you to think carefully about taking
any of these roles or responsibilities, as the work
quality of the Standing Committee will also be in
your hands.
Hard work also comes with great satisfaction; if
appointed, you will be able to work on different
levels (regional, international,...) and in different
fields in the SCOPH. You will have a busy, but
fun and fulfilling year during which you will learn
more about teamwork, time management as well
as strategic planning and capacity building. You
will grow as the leader you already are!
I am looking forward to reading your applications
and reviewing them with the Regional Directors
(the applications for Regional Assistants) and the
Liaison Officer for Public Health Issues, as well
as organising individual interviews with each
applicant!
If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact
the current Regional Assistant from your region
(e-mail addresses below), outgoing SCOPH
Director, or me directly.
Wishing each and every applicant the most
energy and motivation possible.
Nishwa Azeem, SCOPH D 2017/18
Email applications to:
niswaazeem@hotmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Team Structure
1. General Assistant
Code: CAND PH GA
2. Development Assistant
Code: CAND PH DA
3. Regional Assistant for Africa
Code: CAND PH RA AF
4. Regional Assistant for Americas
Code: CAND PH RA AM
5. Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific
Code: CAND PH RA AP
6. Regional Assistant for the EMR
Code: CAND PH RA EMR
7. Regional Assistant for Europe (2 persons)
Code: CAND PH RA EU
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International Team
Regional Assistants
If you are considering applying for Regional As-
sistant positions, please make sure to review the
SCOPH Regulations first.
Task Description
(A) Within the SCOPH International Team:
1. Be a proactive member of the team:
a. Attend Online Meetings (at least 80%);
b. Execute general tasks for the team (taking
minutes, article editing,…);
c.
a. Actively suggest and propose initiatives for the
improvement of the SC
2. Preparation for General Assemblies:
a. Provide input for the agenda
3. Organize (plan facilitation + content) the
Regional Sessions
(B) Within the Regional Team:
1. Attend Online Meetings;
2. Plan SCOPH sessions for Regional Meetings;
3. Take part in other preparations for Regional
Meetings
(C) Within the Region and SCOPH Members:
Constantly communicate with SCOPH members:
• Welcome new NPOs
• Inform members about the latest developments,
activities and events
• Promote Regional activities and support Inter-
Regional collaboration;
• Communicate with Program Coordinators and
facilitate their contact with NPOs and
• Activity Coordinators from NMOs;
• Fill out monthly reports as well as regular
evaluation reports (6 months)
Different Codes
Seek opportunities for the development of NMOs:
• Support SCOPH sessions at National General
Assemblies
• Help establish SCOPH structure in NMOs that
do not have it.
Qualifications Requested
1. At least one year experience in SCOPH;
2. Knowledge of the IFMSA Strategy and
SCOPH Strategy;
3. Should have attended at least one IFMSA
International Meeting;
4. Good understanding of SCOPH values and
Regulations;
5. Availability to attend the Regional Meeting
6. and possibly General Assemblies;
Facilitation skills;
7. Availability for prompt response to urgent
8. e-mails and timely response to other e-mails;
Sufficient English skills (written and spoken);
9. Good understanding of Public Health issues
within the region;
Ability to communicate frequently with the
team through media such as Whatsapp or
Facebook
Expectations
The workload will vary depending on the position,
with an increased workload around meetings. The
hours will be discussed at the beginning of the term.
Attendance at Regional Meetings is expected
for Regional Assistants. Attendance at General
Assemblies is not mandatory, but highly advisable
for all members of the International Team. Online
availability and stable internet connection is expected during Online
Meetings.
What will you gain?

• Get to know and work with dedicated medical students from all over
the world
• Learn how to work in an international environment
• Expand your knowledge within the field of Public Health, project
management, leadership, advocacy, strategic planning and capacity
building.
• Share ideas, experiences and see your vision for SCOPH and IFMSA
come true.
• Have fun with the International Team, as well as your Regional Team,
which will become two unique and incredible families to you!
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International Team
General Assistant
Task Description
(A) Within the SCOPH International Team:
1. Be a proactive member of the team:
a. Attend Online Meetings (at least 80%);
b. Execute general tasks for the team (taking
minutes, article editing,…);
c. Actively suggest and propose initiatives for the
improvement of the SC
2. Preparation for General Assemblies:
a. Provide input for the agenda
3. Support circulation of information in the
Standing Committee:
a. Help structure regular and standardized
Facebook posts;
b. Assist the IT with the creation of monthly diaries;
c. Assist the IT with the development of the SCOPH
e-learning (short videos + articles which help
members learn more about specific topics);
d. Assist the IT in keeping the SCOPH public
database and ifmsa.org page up to date;
e. Assist the IT in swiftly assembling follow-up
documents and resources after Regional and
International meetings
4. Fill out monthly reports of the work performed,
as well as regular evaluation reports (6
months)
5. Assist the SCOPH-D in preparing and revising
SCOPH Regulations
6. Increase visibility of the SCOPH and its
activities to ensure better promotion, increase
exchange between NMOs, promote possible
collaboration
7. Assist the SCOPH-D with promotion of the
Different Codes
SCOPH on all levels, such as ensuring
constant usage of media channels for optimal
communication, update the SCOPH Public
Database, and, if relevant, collaborate with
the Vice President for Public Relations and
Communication on SCOPH related materials.
Development Assistant
Task Description
1. Be a proactive member of the team
2. Attend Online Meetings (at least 80%);
3. Assist the SCOPH-D in preparing Toolkits and
Manuals for SCOPH.
4. Update and revise current resources for the
SCOPH working with the SCOPH- D and the
relevant LO.
5. Search for NMOs that have not established
the SCOPH and assist them together with the
RA to establish it.
6. Assist NMOs in development of Activities and
issues in their NMO related to SCOPH.
7. Encourage NMOs to establish the SCOPH,
as well as assist them throughout the term.
8. Identify possible development areas for the
SCOPH and research possible solutions or
options for the quality growth of the SCOPH
9. Fulfill duties towards the International Team,
such as attending online meetings, IFMSA
assemblies and other meetings when relevant,
and providing assistance
10. Aid in the implementation of the SCOPH
Strategy when there are tasks that go beyond
the ‘official’ tasks of other IT functions
11. Work on development and maintenance of SCOPH Exchanges
12. Work with the GA on the development of SCOPH Database and
e-learning
13. Most importantly to assist in the new projects of IFMSA Strategy
and SCOPH Strategy e.g. Public Health in Medical Curricula and
Fundraising etc.
Qualifications Requested
1. Experience in SCOPH;
2. Understanding of SCOPH Regulations;
3. Knowledge of the IFMSA Strategy and SCOPH Strategy;
Availability for prompt response of urgent e-mails and timely response
4. to other e-mails;
Availability to communicate frequently with the team through media
5. such as Whatsapp or Facebook;
6. Sufficient English skills (both written and spoken);
Decent internet access for Online Meetings and general
7. communication;
8. Skills in video editing;
9. Extended skills or experience with Social Media;
Organizational as well as analytical skills (files, folders,
10. summarizing,…);
Ability to work well in a team
Expectations
The workload of the team members will vary depending on the position,
with an increased workload around meetings. The hours will be discussed
at the beginning of the term. While RAs have many different work focus
points, the General Assistant and the Development Assistant will focus
almost uniquely on the distribution and improvement of information (quality
+ quantity + visibility) throughout the SCOPH. Attendance at Regional
Meetings as well as at General Assemblies is not mandatory, but highly
advisable for all members of the International Team. Online availability
and stable internet connection is expected during online meetings.
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International Team Different Codes

Introduction
SCORA Vision
A world where every individual is empowered to
exercise their sexual and reproductive health rights
equally, free from stigma and discrimination.
SCORA Mission
To provide our members with the tools necessary
to advocate for sexual and reproductive health
and rights within their respective communities
in a culturally respected fashion. This has been
accomplished through building the skills and
the knowledge about, providing trainings on
Comprehensive Sexuality Education other
respective reproductive health issues, exchanging
ideas and projects, as well as drafting policies
and working with our external partners in order to
create change in local, regional and international
level.
***
My personal SCORA journey has been very
tumultuous. The things I learnt during this time were
to never lose faith in myself and to always believe
in the potential of SCORA. I genuinely believe that
every SCORAngel has these qualities along with
the ability to affect those around them and lead
the way into a better tomorrow.
I am eager to receive and read your applications. If
you have any questions or queries please feel free
to contact me on my personal email id anshruta.
raodeo@gmail.com or any social media platform
you’re comfortable with. Reviewing the SCORA
Strategic Plan, SCORA regulations and the plan
of action I proposed before our discussion would
be appreciated.
In conclusion, I’d like to quote Bob the Builder for
everything that will be thrown our way this year:
“Yes, we can”

Dear SCORA Family,

*drum roll* Much love,

It’s the time of the year when we open our arms to Anshruta Raodeo, SCORA D 2017/18
welcome a new SCORA International team. The
past few years have been delightful for SCORA and
we’ve accomplished so much together. However
the geopolitical landscapes are changing rapidly;
sometimes for the worse. Thus the work we do
this year will be addressing regional needs and
focusing on nurturing each region.
The IT needs motivated and dedicated individuals
whose love for SCORA knows no bounds. Their
commitment to the region and their will to keep
pushing for change makes me trendsetters.
Email applications to:
anshruta.raodeo@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Team Structure
1. Regional Assistant for Africa
Code: CAND SRH RA AF
2. Regional Assistant for Americas
Code: CAND SRH RA AM
3.Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific
Code: CAND SRH RA AP
4.Regional Assistant for EMR
Code: CAND SRH RA EMR
5.Regional Assistant for Europe (2 persons)
Code: CAND SRH RA EU
6.General Assistant
Code: CAND SRH GA

Regional Assistant
Task Description (according to SCORA Regulations)
1. Providing a link between their region and the Standing Committee
Director;
2. Fulfilling tasks requested by the SC International Team related to their
tasks and/or SC;
3. Actively engaging themselves in supporting NMOs within their
region that are working within the field of the related SC;
4. Reporting, investigating, and assisting in solving any SC problem in
their region;
5. Encouraging cooperation between NMOs in their regions;
6. Assisting NMOs in presenting projects, activities, and encourage
their participation during SC Sessions during GAs;
7. Actively searching for NMOs wishing to carry out international
activities and to assist them with preparations as well as providing
information on procedures, deadlines and organizational details;
8. Be responsible for planning, facilitating and following up on the
Regional SC Session in Regional Meetings;
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International Team
9. Be responsible for recruiting NMOs to start
work within the Standing Committee;
10. Attend the Online Meetings for the Regional
Team, Standing Committee International
Team and within his or her own region
11. Searching for NMOs that have not established
the SC and assisting to establish it
Additionally...
1. Keeping the SCORA members of their regions
updated on any issues that may concern them
regarding the work done in SCORA through
online meetings or webinars;
2. Assessing the needs of the region together
with the Regional Director and SCORA
members to proactively fulfill said needs.
3. Actively participating as part of their
corresponding Regional Team and in the
organization of the Regional Meeting SCORA
sessions;
4. Being ready to help with the preparation
of SCORA International Campaigns and
manuals;
5. Helping with the Programs Implementation
process;
6. Promoting and embracing regional initiatives
and activities and supporting inter-regional
collaboration;
7. Updating the SCORA International Team
on any advocacy opportunities within their
region and actively cooperate on this matter
with the LRA;
8. Assisting in the implementation of the SCORA
Director and the LRA’s Annual Working Plan
Different Codes
pertaining to their region.
9. Attend the Regional Meeting of their region;
10. Attend General Assemblies (recommended)
11. Contact and work together with their VPCB RA
in the development of the region and attend
any capacity building events held within the
region(recommended)
General Assistant
Task Description
1. Assisting the SC-D in preparing starter kits and
manuals to the SC;
2. Updating and revising current resources for the
SC working with the SC-D and the LO;
3. Assisting NMOs in the preparations of projects
and issues in their NMO related to the SC;
4. Encouraging NMOs to established the SC,
as well as assist them throughout the term with
continuity;
5. Working with the SC-D in setting agendas and
assisting in reports for recruitment of NMOs
and their progress
6. Assist the SC-D in monitoring and regulating
the SCORA X-changes
7. Help the SCD on the implementation of the
Strategic Plan, in which we articulate the goals
and necessary actions for SCORA;
8. To work on updating the SCORA database
and/or manual with new resources and
scavenge for new pillars to include in our SP;
9. Annual Working Plan
• To discuss the annual working plan and suggest
relevant changes
• To assist in the implementation and execution of the operational plan,
as the framework for the current term
10. General Assembly
• To attend IFMSA General Assemblies (recommended).
• To be available and active in the planning, execution and follow-up
of SCORA sessions at General Assemblies. This entails for instance:
(1) setting the agenda for the General Assemblies, (2) creation of the
Survival Kit and Report

Selection Criteria
• Should have at least one year of experience in SCORA, having been
involved in any kind of way at the local, national or international
level;
• Should have attended at least one IFMSA International Meeting
(Regional Meeting or General Assembly);
• Should have good facilitation skills and have given at least one
SCORA related session previously, either on the local, national or
international level;
• Should be prompt with deadlines and respond to emails in a timely
manner;
• Should be accessible to SCORA members when needed and help
them out with any subject they require;
• Should have sufficient spoken and written English skills;
• Must be motivated and passionate about SCORA as well as hard
working and able to work in a team
• Must have a sufficient understanding of SCORA Xchanges and
SCORA Strategic Plan
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International Team
Introduction
Dear NOREs and SCOREans from all around the
world,
The time has come to find the SCORE International
Team (IT) for the next term! Our beloved standing
committee is improving and developing faster than
ever, and therefore we need a united, motivated
and hard-working team. The SCORE IT is key
to ensure we continue to develop our research
exchange program and help our exchange officers
in any way we can. So if you are passionate about
SCORE and want to offer your ideas, excitement,
dedication and commitment to this blue commitee,
this call is for YOU!
By being part of the SCORE IT, you not only get
to work on your passions and the SCORE Annual
Working Plan, but you will also be part of one
of the biggest International Teams in IFMSA
with 5 Regional Assistants, 1 General Assistant,
2 Development Assistants, and 5 Supervising
Board members (voted by the SCORE Working
Committee at the GAs).
The Annual Working Plan will be extensive and
ambitious so be well prepared to work hard, be
disciplined and dedicate yourself to the challenges
we will face. However, always remember that we
will overcome these challenges as a team who
will be there to support, motivate and encourage
you to be better. This team will eventually become
your family with whom you will spend a lot of your
time with and, of course, have a lot of fun with.
In the following pages you can find a detailed job
description, selection criteria, expectations and
Different Codes
requirements for your application. I hope you are
more motivated than ever to apply to be part of
the SCORE International Team 2017-2018! I am
very much looking forward to reading about your
motivations and plans. As a member of the SCORE
IT I expect you to communicate regularly and
effectively, take tasks seriously, and of course be
dedicated and motivated to continue to improve
our beloved standing committee. As a part of the
team you can always count on the Director and
the rest of the team to support you. Should you
have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact me at wkath8@gmail.com.
Kate Wang, SCORE D 2017/18
Team Structure
1. General Assistant
Code: CAND RE GA
2. Development Assistant (2 persons)
Code: CAND RE DA
3. Regional Assistant for Africa
Code: CAND RE RA AF
4. Regional Assistant for Americas
Code: CAND RE RA AM
5. Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific
Code: CAND RE RA AP
6. Regional Assistant for EMR
Code: CAND RE RA EMR
7. Regional Assistant for Europe
Code: CAND RE RA EU
Email applications to:
wkath8@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Description
Based on my experience from the previous International Team and after
collecting inputs from the previous SCORE IT, there will be some key
changes made to the structure and the responsibilities of each assistant.
The General Assistant will remain and continue with the responsibilities of
overseeing the Database and developing our capacity building system.
The Regional Assistants will continue to be responsible for their regions
and will have specific regional priorities that they will focus on for the term.
In addition, it will now become a task of the RAs to help the NMOs in
their region develop their Academic Quality as they are the ones who best
understand and know the needs of their region and the NMOs.
This will free up more time for the Development Assistants to focus on
developing new trainings and educational activities in cooperation with
the Liaison Officer on Medical Education Issues (LME) and potential
external partners. The Development Assistants will also run a medical
research awareness campaign and work on advocacy and recognition
together with the LME.

Regional Assistants
Regional Assistants (RAs) are the link between the NOREs of each region
and the SCORE-D. They are members of SCORE who are actively involved
and highly motivated to help all NOREs in their region. There is continuous
communication between the RAs and the Director in order for the Director
to be informed about everything happening in each region. The RAs also
facilitate discussions within the region and are responsible for the SCORE
sessions at their respective Regional Meeting as well as the Regional
Sessions at the General Assemblies. The RA, as a member of the SCORE
IT, will also help with the SCORE Annual Working Plan and continuous
development of the research exchange program.
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Task Description
• Provide a link between their region and the
SCORE-D, and actively and regularly check
the status of each NMO in their region.
• Share the concerns of NOREs from their region
to the IT to ensure discussion and participation.
• Support the NOREs in their region in
establishing and developing SCORE in their
NMOs, and improving their SCORE activities.
• Support NOREs in problem solving, receiving
voting rights and improving the Academic
Quality in their NMO.
• Organise regular online meetings with the
NOREs of the region to discuss common
problems faced or other relevant topics.
• Assist NMOs willing to organize a Professional
and Research Exchange Training (PRET).
• Organize the facilitation of the SCORE sessions
during the Regional Meeting of their region.
• Support the SCORE-D in the preparation of
the SCORE sessions and organize the SCORE
regional sessions at each GA.
• Actively work in the SCORE IT and the Regional
Team.
• Assist the SCORE-D with the SCORE Annual
Working Plan and complete any tasks assigned
to him/her.
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Selection Criteria for RAs
• Have experience within SCORE, preferably
be a current or former NORE.
• Be able to attend the Regional Meeting of
their region.
• Preferably be able to attend both General
Assemblies.
• Have extensive knowledge of SCORE
Regulations and the Manual on Research
Exchange.
• Be available for the entire term (October 2017
- September 2018) and have internet access
for frequent online meetings and responding to
emails within two days.
• Respect deadlines and be motivated to
improve the region greatly.
• Work transparently and take part in every
discussion within SCORE.
• Be dedicated to the improvement and
development of SCORE.
• Have good English skills and work effectively
with technologies (f.ex Google Drive).
• Be a team player who is ready to help the rest
of the team.
Email applications to:
wkath8@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

General Assistant
The two main responsibilities of the General Assistant (GA) are
troubleshooting for the Database and development of capacity building
in SCORE. The GA also has a secretarial function within the SCORE IT
as he/she will be in charge of taking minutes during online meetings
and compiling the SCORE IT reports. The GA will work closely with the
SCORE-D and the rest of the SCORE IT on the SCORE Annual Working
Plan.
Task Description
1. Help NOREs with Database problems and constantly seek for
improvements.
2. Be the IT contact person for capacity building development within
SCORE, including responsibility towards improving and developing
workshops such as the Training New Exchange Trainers workshop.
3. Assist the SCORE-D in achieving the goals in the Annual Working Plan
and the SCORE Strategic Plan.
4. Compile and share the SCORE IT Reports.
5. Assist the Development Assistants with the awareness campaign.
6. Keep the SCORE-D updated on the progress of any tasks assigned
to him/her.
7. Help prepare the SCORE Sessions for General Assemblies together
with the Sessions Team.
8. Take minutes and create action plans for the SCORE IT online meetings.
9. May be in charge of organizing Exchange Week (tentative).

Selection Criteria
• Have extensive experience in SCORE, preferably be a current or
former NORE.
• Be able to attend both General Assemblies.
• Preferably be an Exchange Trainer (have attended and graduated
from the Training New Exchange Trainers workshop).
• Have extensive knowledge of SCORE Regulations and the Manual on
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Research Exchange. Development Assistants

• Be available for the entire term (October 2017
For the upcoming term, the SCORE IT will consist of
- September 2018) and have internet access
2 Development Assistants (DAs) and they will not
for frequent online meetings and responding to
be specific to Academic Quality and recognition
emails within two days.
although that will be the majority of their work.
• Respect deadlines, work transparently and
The main focus area of the DAs will be to develop
take part in every discussion within SCORE.
educational activities that can be implemented
• Be dedicated to the improvement and
in the NMOs. There will also be an awareness
development of SCORE.
campaign on the importance of medical students
• Have good English skills and work effectively
participating in research. Furthermore, the DAs will
with technologies (f.ex Google Drive).
also help the SCORE-D and LME with advocacy
• Be a team player who is ready to help the rest
and recognition matters. The tasks in the description
of the team.
below will be divided evenly between the DAs or
they may work jointly on some tasks. Please note,
although the call is for 2 Development Assistants,
only 1 will be appointed if there is only 1 suitable
candidate. The tasks of the DA will then be adapted
accordingly.

Task Description
1. Develop educational activities, in collaboration
with externals if possible. The 2 main
educational activities to be developed are a
Basics of Medical Research Training and an
Open Access Training.
2. Assist the NOREs in the process of gaining
recognition in collaboration with the RAs and
LME.
3. Work on an awareness campaign about the
importance of medical students participating in
research.
4. Follow up the UNESCO PDT, both promotion
and evaluation.
Email applications to:
wkath8@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

5. Work on developing a simple pre-exchange evaluation form to better

assess the impact of our exchanges.
6. Develop a manual/guideline for student-led research projects initiative.
7. Assist the SCORE-D with setting up a plan for impact assessment of our
exchanges.
8. Assist the SCORE-D in achieving the goals in the Annual Working Plan
and the SCORE Strategic Plan.
9. Keep the SCORE-D updated on the progress of any tasks assigned to
him/her.
10. Help prepare the SCORE Sessions for General Assemblies together
with the Sessions Team.

Selection Criteria
• Have extensive experience in SCORE, preferably be a current or
former NORE.
• Preferably be able to attend both General Assemblies.
• Have extensive knowledge of SCORE Regulations and the Manual on
Research Exchange.
• Have good knowledge about the process of (medical) research.
• Be available for the entire term (October 2017 - September 2018)
and have internet access for frequent online meetings and responding
to emails within two days.
• Respect deadlines, work transparently and take part in every discussion
within SCORE.
• Be dedicated to the improvement and development of SCORE.
• Have good English skills and work effectively with technologies (f.ex
Google Drive).
• Be a team player who is ready to help the rest of the team.
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International Team
Introduction
Dear Beloved SCORPions,
I am honoured and excited to share with you the
call for the international team for the Standing
Committee of Human Rights and Peace for the
term 2017/18.
Working in the SCORP International Team was
one of the best experiences of my life and I cannot
encourage you enough to consider applying for a
role in our team this year.
Yes, it will be hard work. Yes, it will be a huge
amount of responsibility. Yes, there will be times
when your friends are at a party and you will
have to attend online meetings or finish a task but
believe me when I say it’s all worth it!
Not only will you gain more skills than you can fit
into your CV, you will also meet the most incredible
people and gain friendships and experiences that
cannot be replicated anywhere else.
And I’m not just talking about your fellow SCORP
International Team members, who by the way,
will become like family to you by the end of the
term, I’m speaking about the thousands of SCORP
members which make up our beautiful green
family. The work you will do this term as part of the
SCORP International Team will help encourage,
equip and enthuse SCORPions around the world.
You will work hard to help make their activities,
campaigns and capacity building events more
efficient and effectively and by doing so, you will
be directly helping them build a world which is
fairer, more peaceful and tolerant.
That may sound highly idealistic but never ever
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underestimate the power SCORPions have around
the world. During this term I found myself astounded
and inspired by some of the projects SCORPions
have initiated in their local communities and I am
sure you will be too; this will help motivate you to
complete your tasks to the best of your ability and
in turn members will turn to you for inspiration as
well as help and assistance.
Over the last few years, we have seen our standing
committee grow exponentially, undergoing almost
constant restructuring and development, but
there’s still room for improvement and the world
we’re living in needs SCORP more than ever. In
order to fulfil our mission and vision of a peaceful
world where all individuals are entitled to full and
equal access to their human rights, we need a
strong international team. We need motivated,
driven and above all passionate human rights
advocates.
We need you.
Below you will find an overview of the team
structure and task descriptions for each role.
I also highly encourage you to read our strategic
plan here and our standing committee regulations.
Please do not hesitate to contact me on
u.nwankpa@gmail.com if you have any questions
and I look forward to receiving your candidatures.
Green hugs,
Ugonna Nwankpa, SCORP D 2017/18
Email applications to:
u.nwankpa@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Team Structure
1. General Assistant
Code: CAND RP GA
2. Development Assistant
Code: CAND RP DA
3. Regional Assistant for Africa
Code: CAND RP RA AF
4. Regional Assistant for Americas
Code: CAND RP RA AM
5. Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific
Code: CAND RP RA AP
6. Regional Assistant for EMR
Code: CAND RP RA EMR
7. Regional Assistant for Europe (2 persons)
Code: CAND RP RA EU

General Assistant
The SCORP General Assistant will work mostly on our campaigns
and promoting current events. In many ways, they are the face of
SCORP on our online platforms. The SCORP General Assistant will be
responsible for coordinating our publications, updating our SCORP
activities database, as well as activities in conjugation with SCORP
related days and theme events.

Task Description
The following tasks and responsibilities of the SCORP General
Assistant are outlined in the SCORP Standing Committee Regulations
(amended in August 2017) paragraph 3.3.5.
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• Promotion of international activities of SCORP
and ensure regular updates for the members
to increase member participation and interest.
• Organise International Campaigns and
activities to highlight important international
days related to SCORP.
• Increasing visibility and promotion of SCORP
Activities around the world.
• Regularly updating the SCORP Activities
Database
• Publication of the newsletters and
infographics as well as other publications and
communications.
• Attendance of online meetings with the SCORP
international team as well as one to one
progress meetings with the SCORP-D.
Role Requirements
Essential:
• Fluency in English, particularly in written form.
• Knowledge of previous SCORP campaigns
such as World Human Rights Day
• Experience in public relations, promotion and
visibility
Recommended:
• Proficiency in using design tools
• Experience and knowledge of social media
• Experience in using databases
• Availability to attend both General Assemblies
(March 2018 and August 2018)
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Development Assistant
The Development Assistant main role is
sustainability and capacity building of members
across the regions.
Task Description
The following tasks and responsibilities of SCORP
Development Assistant are outlined in the SCORP
Standing Committee Regulations (amended in
August 2017) paragraph 3.3.4.
• Creation of manuals, regulations and tool kits
in collaboration with the SCORP-D
• Update and revision of SCORP resources
such as manuals and capacity building
materials.
• Reorganisation of SCORP Capacity Building
materials and resources online to make more
accessible for members.
• Attendance of online meetings with the
SCORP international team as well as one to
one progress meetings with the SCORP-D.
Other tasks:
• Update and revision of SCORP Capacity
Building evaluation methods
• Maintenance and improvement of Human
Rights Trainers online platform
• Working in collaboration with SCORP-D to
identify internal capacity building needs within
the SCORP International Team.
Email applications to:
u.nwankpa@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Role Requirements
Essential:
• Fluency in English, particularly written form.
• Training and/or capacity building experience
• Knowledge of capacity building with IFMSA (e.g. SRT application
process, workshop proposal etc)
• Good organisational skills
Recommended:
• Human Rights Trainer (has attended and graduated TNHRT)
• TNT qualified
• Previous facilitation of an IFMSA workshop, preferably SCORP related
• Availability to attend both General Assemblies (March 2018 and
August 2018)

Regional Assistants
Regional Assistants serve as a crucial link between the national and
international as well as between different NMOs in the same region.
In addition to being part of the SCORP International Team, Regional
Assistants will also be part of their regional teams and will need to work
collaboratively within both teams. Regional Assistant are expected to assist
and guide the development and activities of SCORP within their region.
Task Description
The following tasks and responsibilities of SCORP Regional Assistants
are outlined in the SCORP Standing Committee Regulations (amended
in August 2017) paragraph 3.3.3.
• Provide a link between their region and the SCORP-D, LRP and rest
of IFMSA.
• Responsibility for recruiting NMOs to become SCORP active.
• Responsibility for planning, facilitating and following up on SCORP
sessions at relevant Regional Meeting as well as for the regional
session of the General Assembly.
• Dissemination of SCORP relevant documents, opportunities and calls
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to members in the region.

• Actively engaging in supporting NMOs within the region and helping NORPs to find motivation,
ideas and relevant information by reporting, investigating and assisting in solving any SC related
problems within the region.
• Ensuring regular and effective communication with NORPs within the region.
• Actively searching for NMOs wishing to carry out international activities (such as capacity
building events or campaigns) and assisting them with preparations as well as providing
information on procedures, deadlines and organisational details.
• Acting as link between different NMOs in region to ensure collaboratively working within the
region and sharing of good practice and innovative ideas.
• Attendance of online meetings for the SCORP international team, regional team and other
meetings within region.
• Fulfilling any tasks requested by SCORP International Team or the regional team related to the
role with agreement on all sides.
Email applications to:
u.nwankpa@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Other tasks
• Creating a need assessment and regional priorities at the start of the
term to guide work.
• Encouraging members from their region to actively participate in
international events, small working groups, SCORP policy documents
and external events.
• Ensuring members in region are aware of SCORP Activities, how it
works and the IFMSA programs structure.
• Participation in some tasks related to external representation such as
National Policy Development follow up with NORPs and participation
in the creation of SCORP related policy documents before IFMSA
General Assemblies.

Role Requirements
Essential:
• Availability to attend regional meeting
• Availability to attend regular SCORP IT online meetings, progress
meetings with SCORP-D, online meetings with NORPs within their
region as well as Regional Team online Meetings.
• Fluency in English

Recommended:
• Availability to attend both General Assemblies (March 2018 and
August 2018)
• Availability to attend pre-regional meeting and conduct SCORP related
workshops if such opportunity arises.
• Fluency in major languages spoken in region

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Program Coordinators
Introduction
The Programs structure has been implemented in
IFMSA for the past 3 terms, and we have come a
long way. From Baseline Assessment to enrollment
and promotion of our Activities. As a former Program
Coordinator, I am aware of how much of potential
the Programs have, and how much more is needed to
be done in order to empower NMOs, help activity
coordinators and promote the whole Programs structure.
Hereby, I am opening a call for you to help me.
If you believe in impact assessment, if you have
experience with activity management and would
like to contribute to analysing the work that our
NMOs are doing, this is the right position for you.
Impact assessment and alignment of our work
are also underlined in the IFMSA Strategy
2017/2020, and my goal this year will be to
try to streamline those in a more effective way.
This is where I need your help: I’m looking for a
team of highly motivated Program Coordinators
who will help me achieve a lot, from resolving the
overlapping of topics of Programs, to streamlining
the Program Proposals, in the same time with helping
NMOs to bring their activities on a higher level.
I want a team of people who will work together
for the promotion of activities and bring more
emphasis on impact evaluation in IFMSA’s work.
If you have knowledge on Programs, if you
are interested in working in a team that will set
precedence for our NMOs and the activities
that they are working on, don’t hesitate to apply!
The main criteria, besides motivation, will be the
knowledge on the topic of the Program and experience
in activity management, since I believe that these are
most important factors that will contribute to our NMOs.
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If you will have any additional questions, please don’t
hesitate to contact me on hana.lucev@gmail.com.
Yours,
Hana Lučev, VPA 2017/18
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IFMSA Programs
Before there were Programs, IFMSA had a structure to
recognize so-called Projects of NMOs. The system had
multiple flaws: the General Assembly had to vote on
the affiliation of Projects individually, after a lengthy and
bureaucratic review process. Many Projects ran over a
long time and little was done to assess their impact on
society.
The Program Structure aims to tackle these flaws. Inspiration
was drawn from IFMSA’s External Partners to design a
structure that both serves the needs of NMOs and allows
for IFMSA to further develop itself.
First of all, the term “Activities” was introduced to describe
every action taken by IFMSA and its NMOs to work
towards IFMSA’s mission and vision. Activities include
Capacity Building, Education, Advocacy, Campaigns,
Research, Third Party Activities.
A Program is an umbrella structure for time-bound Activities
that fall under a common topic. An IFMSA Program is
initiated (and terminated) by the General Assembly. The
main goal behind a Program is to measure the impact of
IFMSA and NMO Activities in a specific area, so as to
guide future efforts. Every IFMSA Program is managed by
a Program Coordinator.
In order to measure impact, Activities need to be affiliated
with a Program. This process
of affiliation was designed to be as easy and as
straightforward as possible: first, the Program Coordinator
is informed about an Activity through a process called
Enrollment. It is important for the Activity Coordinator to
Email applications to:
hana.lucev@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

already have defined specific objectives, a timeline and indicators of success for the
Activity, so that once it has been conducted, its impact can actually be measured. In
case the Activity meets the Program’s requirements, the Program Coordinator approves
the affiliation of the Activity to the Program.
The impact of the Activity is communicated to the Program Coordinator. This step
is called Reporting. Two different forms are used for the Enrollment and Reporting
of Activities. The responses to these forms are regularly monitored by the Program
Coordinators.
All Activities should be enrolled and approved by the Program Coordinator before they
are carried out. This ensures that Activity Coordinators can benefit from the experience
of the Program Coordinators to improve their Activity’s design, resource management
and impact evaluation. However, as long as an Activity meets determined criteria,
Enrollment and Reporting are possible at any given time.
Activity Report forms submitted until the 15th of June are compiled into the Program’s
annual Impact Report that showcases the Program’s achievements. Program Impact
Reports are presented at each August Meeting and tabled for adoption.
With this structure, IFMSA aims to provide a simplified and outcome-oriented system
for NMOs and their members, that can accommodate a wide variety of Activities. It
also aims to equip medical students with tools to measure their own impact and can be
used as a great platform for NMOs to collaborate amongst each other.
IFMSA Programs have a lot of potential. Information from the Impact Report can be
used to showcase our Activities to External Partners. Furthermore, using information from
Activities can be used when applying for grants.
If you are thinking about applying as a Program Coordinator, please consider reviewing
the following materials:
Program Bylaws and IOGs Programs Webinar (Dec. 2015)
Program Coordinators’ Manual Programs Toolkit
Description of IFMSA Programs in ifmsa.org

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Program Coordinators
IFMSA Programs
Children Health and Rights
Communicable Diseases
Comprehensive Sexuality Education
Dignified and Non-Discriminatory Healthcare
Emergency, Disaster Risk & Humanitarian Action
Environment and Health
Ethics and Human Rights in Health
Gender Based Violence
Health Systems
Selection Criteria for 2017/2018
• Availability throughout the term (online
meetings, email responses, General Assemblies
and Regional Meetings)
• Knowledge on IFMSA Programs and their
implementation process
• Experience in activity management, including
management, developing, reporting and
evaluation
• Knowledge on the topic of Program
• Theoretical and practical knowledge in data
collection and statistical analysis
• Willing to establish new collaborations with
IFMSA TO and ITs (mention the specific
initiatives you would like to work in with
Standing Committees)
• Ability to work in multicultural environment
• Prior attendance of IFMSA meeting is beneficial
but not a requirement
• Motivation
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Healthy Lifestyles and Non-Communicable Diseases
HIV/AIDS and other STIs
Maternal Health and Access to Safe Abortion
Medical Education Systems
Mental Health
Organ, Marrow & Tissue Donation
Sexuality and Gender Identity
Teaching Medical Skills
Task Description
• Help with reviewing the activities based on the
activity management resources
• Helping activity coordinators with evaluation
and impact assessment
• Actively help with enrollment of Activities into
the Program
• Properly follow up on reporting of the Activities
• Conducting sessions on Program’s topic
• Assisting Officials with work related to their
Program’s topic
• Work on promotion of Programs
• Analysis of enrolled and reported Activities
for the Annual Impact Report which will be
presented at August Meeting
• Take part in Competency Module at the
beginning of the term
• Availability for online meetings
Email applications to:
hana.lucev@gmail.com and ebelect@ifmsa.org

Bylaws
According to IFMSA Bylaws paragraph 13.19, any applicant for the position of
Program Coordinator must fulfill the following criteria at the time of appointment:
• Be a medical student when the term of offices commences;
• Be a member of a National Member Organization (NMO) with Full or
Associate Membership Status;
• Not be a member of a National Member Organization (NMO) that is
in violation of IFMSA Constitution and Bylaws.
Any applicant not fulfilling the above criteria will not be considered in the
selection process. For the selection itself, the following items will be taken into
consideration.
Please feel free to also include ideas on how to further develop the Program,
for example how you plan to collaborate with relevant Officials in areas such
as External Representation and Finances.
Should you not understand any of the above terms due to a language barrier,
do not hesitate to contact the VPA 2017/18 (hana.lucev@gmail.com)

Please find the relevant code for each program in the summary table at the end
of this manual.
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Summary
Responsible
Position Relevant Code Email application to
Official
VPF Fundraising Assistant CAND FUND AS amelahamidovic@gmail.com
ebelect@ifmsa.org
VPA Evaluation Assistant CAND EV AS hana.lucev@gmail.com,
Program Support Assistant CAND PRG SUP ebelect@ifmsa.org
PC Children Health & Rights CAND PC CHR
PC Communicable Diseases CAND PC CD
PC Comprehensive Sexuality CAND PC CSE
Education
PC Dignified and Non- CAND PC DNDH
Discriminatory Healthcare
PC Emergency, Disaster Risk and CAND PC EDRHA
Humanitarian Action
PC Environment and Health CAND PC EH
PC Ethics and Human Rights in CAND PC EHRH
Health
PC Gender-Based Violence CAND PC GBV
PC Health Systems CAND PC HS
PC Healthy Lifestyles and CAND PC HLNCD
Non-Communicable Diseases
PC HIV/AIDS and other STIs CAND PC HAS
PC Maternal Health and Access CAND PC MHASA
to Safe Abortion
PC Medical Education Systems CAND PC MES
PC Mental Health CAND PC MH
PC Organ, Marrow and Tissue CAND PC OMTD
Donation
PC Sexuality & Gender Identity CAND PC SGI
PC Teaching Medical Skills CAND PC TMS
RD Africa General Assistant CAND AF GA alaazibrahim@gmail.com,
Development Assistant CAND AF DA ebelect@ifmsa.org
RD Americas General Assistant CAND AM GA fabrizzio.canaval@gmail.com,
Internal Development Assistant CAND AM IDA ebelect@ifmsa.org
Involvement Assistant CAND AM IA
External Representation and Policy CAND AM EXRA
Making Assistant
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Summary
Responsible
Position Relevant Code Email application to
Official
RD Asia-Pacific General Assistant (2 persons) CAND AP GA mokshada_sharma001@hotmail.
Internal Development Assistant CAND AP IDA com,,
ebelect@ifmsa.org
External Representation Assistant CAND AP EXRA
Finances Assistant CAND AP FA
RD EMR General Assistant CAND EMR GA salma.ben.letaifa@gmail.com,
ebelect@ifmsa.org
RD Europe General Assistant (2 persons) CAND EU GA birkbaehnemann@gmail.com,
Finances & Development Assistant CAND EU FDA ebelect@ifmsa.org
SCOME - D General Assistant CAND ME GA pestrellaporter@gmail.com,
Development Assistant CAND ME DA ebelect@ifmsa.org
Regional Assistant for Africa CAND ME RA AF
Regional Assistant for Americas CAND ME RA AM
Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific CAND ME RA AP
Regional Assistant for EMR CAND ME RA EMR
Regional Assistant for Europe CAND ME RA EU
SCOPE - D General Assistant CAND PE GA tommaso.pomerani@gmail.com,
Development Assistant CAND PE DA ebelect@ifmsa.org
Regional Assistant for Africa CAND PE RA AF
Regional Assistant for Americas CAND PE RA AM
Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific CAND PE RA AP
Regional Assistant for EMR CAND PE RA EMR
Regional Assistant for Europe CAND PE RA EU
SCOPH-D General Assistant CAND PH GA niswaazeem@hotmail.com,
Development Assistant CAND PH DA ebelect@ifmsa.org
Regional Assistant for Africa CAND PH RA AF
Regional Assistant for Americas CAND PH RA AM
Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific CAND PH RA AP
Regional Assistant for EMR CAND PH RA EMR
Regional Assistant for Europe (2 CAND PH RA EU
persons)
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Summary

Responsible
Position Relevant Code Email application to
Official
SCORA-D General Assistant CAND SRH GA anshruta.raodeo@gmail.com,
Regional Assistant for Africa CAND SRH RA AF ebelect@ifmsa.org
Regional Assistant for Americas CAND SRH RA AM
Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific CAND SRH RA AP
Regional Assistant for EMR CAND SRH RA EMR
Regional Assistant for Europe (2 CAND SRH RA EU
persons)
SCORE-D General Assistant CAND RE GA wkath8@gmail.com,
Development Assistant (2 persons) CAND RE DA ebelect@ifmsa.org
Regional Assistant for Africa CAND RE RA AF
Regional Assistant for Americas CAND RE RA AM
Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific CAND RE RA AP
Regional Assistant for EMR CAND RE RA EMR
Regional Assistant for Europe CAND RE RA EU
SCORP - D General Assistant CAND RP GA u.nwankpa@gmail.com,
Development Assistant CAND RP DA ebelect@ifmsa.org
Regional Assistant for Africa CAND RP RA AF
Regional Assistant for Americas CAND RP RA AM
Regional Assistant for Asia-Pacific CAND RP RA AP
Regional Assistant for EMR CAND RP RA EMR
Regional Assistant for Europe CAND RP RA EU
Summary
All applicants must make sure that the subject of their email includes the code relevant to the position they
are applying for. This will help us sort the applications and, most importantly, make sure that we don’t
miss any application received.
Applicants interested in a Regional Assistant position, should note the following dates and locations of the
Regional Meetings of 2017-18:

Africa Regional Meeting European Regional Meeting

Nigeria Austria
Pre-RM: December 14 - 18, 2017 Pre-RM: April 16 - 19, 2018
RM: December 18 - 22, 2017 RM: April 19 - 23, 2018

Americas’ Regional Meeting Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting

Paraguay (to be announced)
Pre-RM: January 3-7, 2018 Pre-RM: (to be announced)
RM: January 8-13, 2018 RM: (to be announced)

Eastern Mediterranean Regional Meeting

Marrakesh, Morocco
Pre-RM: February 2 - 5, 2018
RM: February 5 - 9, 2018
 Ecuador (AEMPPI) Lebanon (LeMSIC)
Egypt (IFMSA-Egypt) Lesotho (LEMSA)
Algeria (Le Souk) El Salvador Libya (LMSA)
Argentina (IFMSA-Argentina) (IFMSA-El Salvador) Lithuania (LiMSA) Slovakia (SloMSA)
Armenia (AMSP) Estonia (EstMSA) Luxembourg (ALEM) Slovenia (SloMSIC)
Australia (AMSA) Ethiopia (EMSA) Malawi (UMMSA) South Africa (SAMSA)
Austria (AMSA) Fiji (FJMSA) Mali (APS) Spain (IFMSA-Spain)
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