Amy Jo Collins
Blackville,New Brunswick
Summary
Enthusiastic, diplomatic and results oriented with over 15 years in the development of advocacy, communication, brand and engagement strategies across sectors and platforms, to advance strategic priorities. Work includes strategic direction and internal communciations, marketing functions, external communications and thought leadership, public and government relations, events, project management and evaluation and team management. Tactful and driven with the ability to negotiate consensus among diverse and multi-cultural stakeholders; lead and coordinate working groups, stakeholder consultations and prioritization processes; and undertake resource mobilization efforts.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategy & Partnerships Consultant
UN Agencies
01.2021 - Current
- Supported the Policy and Governance for Health (PGH) through the Life Course Unit of the WHO European Regional Office in the development of a comprehensive and mid-to -long term engagement member strategy through the development of a value proposition (vision and mission), identification of concrete deliverables and metrics, the drafting and finalization of advocacy materials for internal and external use, and resource mobilization approach.
- Researched and drafted journal articles for WHO HQ on the relationship between United Nations High Level Meetings for health, and their relationship to the development sector, national prioritization, and funding, to be published in the British Medical Journal.
- Developed a background paper on primary health care as an investment in children for UNICEF New York and presented it to internal stakeholders to support UNICEF advocacy objectives in the health space.
Advocacy, Communications & Partnerships
Department of Global Coordination and Partnerships on AMR, World Health Organization
Switzerland
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported the strategic execution of activities outlined in the Global Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and work plan of the Tripartite (FAO, OIE, UNEP, WHO) in close coordination with responsible focal points across the Division and with Member States.
- Developed, executed, monitored and evaluated a global awareness campaign on AMR, including the finalization of an external toolkit (messaging, social media tiles, and infographics), updating of all communications material, and building partnerships in water and sanitation.
- Tracked and reported on the progress of strategies producing regular reports for the Senior Leadership Team.
- Delivered the Division’s first online global and interactive consultative meeting with over 100 participants from all regions and sectors in coordination with FAO and OIE, utilizing online social media software, slack channels, break out groups, and building one of the first Department web pages in the Sitefinity Ecosystem.
Social Policy Specialist
Global Tuberculosis Programme, World Health Organization
Switzerland
11.2015 - 04.2020
- Led social protection mapping for over 50 countries, engaging and collaborating with all necessary internal and external stakeholders (including member states, UN agencies, and NGOs) to gather needed input, secure internal support and approval, and launch a work stream on social protection and TB, looking at innovative financing and supporting the development of strong external partnerships within the social protection ecosystem and private sector.
- Supported the development and execution of high-level events including support to the UNGA High Level Meeting on TB, the Moscow Ministerial Meeting, annual TB coordinators meetings, and acted as focal point for the Strategic and Technical Advisory Group on TB (STAG TB), managing their regular meetings, drafting reports, and developing communications, advocacy and technical material.
- Represented the WHO on interagency taskforces', at global and regional events, as part of member state Joint Programme Reviews and Assessments, and delivered multi-stakeholder workshops in Nigeria, Tanzania, South Africa and Indonesia, institutionalizing and mainstreaming TB and social protection language in global and national communications, advocacy and technical pieces where appropriate.
Senior Account Manager
MHP Health Global, Engine Group
United Kingdom
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Formed and sustained ongoing relationships with senior client executives and management teams to understand their needs and provide them with context and advice tailored to their challenges and goals.
- Analyzed evolving health, finance and policy trends—including standards, patents, AI, wearable technology, and public and shareholder expectations — to identify areas of innovation, opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Partnered with business teams and IT personnel to align project goals with business strategy and define project milestones.
- Built relationships with key media contacts and identified opportunities to proactively pitch brand and corporate stories through social media outlets as appropriate.
- Negotiated, prepared and signed contracts with clients.
Advocacy, Partnerships and Project Management
World Heart Federation/NCD Alliance
United Kingdom
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Supported leadership in navigating the international post-Millennium Development Goal framework process for the inclusion of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) (cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease) by creating and identifying advocacy opportunities, fostering partnerships, and securing international and national commitment to a United Nations (UN) resolution supporting a 25% reduction in premature mortality from NCDs by 2025
- Led multiple global projects including a partnership between Bupa and the World Heart Federation, providing fiduciary oversight, and meeting project goals and objectives, resulting in the successful development and use of a mobile application for cardiovascular health.
Advocacy & Policy Coordinator
World Heart Federation/NCD Alliance
Switzerland
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Worked with the CEO and Board to design and implement thought leadership strategy/Knowledge mobilization/Positioning, contributing to knowledge dissemination products: the writing of blog posts; reports; press releases; advocacy resources, etc.
- Acted as key focal point within a larger umbrella organization to build the case for NCDs and mental health as a global development priority, drafting and disseminating united advocacy materials directly with three other global NGOs, engaging global thought leaders, and shaping a movement that surpassed 900 organizations in all sectors.
- Supported fundraising partnership development, mapping opportunities and drafting corporate materials as required including annual reports and event materials, and sat on the Supporters Group, a platform for engagement of the private sector.
- Worked with the Director of Communications on the design and execution of a coordinated communications and advocacy campaign to reduce NCDs to 25% by 2025 as part of the NCD Alliance and prioritize NCD targets as one of the organizational objectives of the World Heart Federation, resulting in adoption of 8 out of 9 international targets within the WHO NCD Action plan
- Organized and facilitated consultations, briefings and workshops to guide and communicate international policy positions, develop tools, and build capacity through partnerships, evidence-based advocacy, and international recognition of the cause.
Policy Intern
Tobacco Free Initiative, World Health Organization
01.2010 - 04.2010
- Managed the delivery of a high-level meeting bringing together the human rights and health community to bring tobacco control into the UN human rights agenda.
- Wrote background papers, reviewed presentations, and identified and confirmed speakers.
- Supported campaign development for World No Tobacco Day, liaising with internal and external stakeholders and supporting content development.
- Collaborated across Departments to support work on multiple projects including e- cigarettes and the illegal trade of tobacco products initiatives during inter- governmental processes and bodies, summarizing Parties' and Observers' (Ministers of Health) input during inter-governmental and expert meetings and consultations.
Project Manager
Matibabu Foundation
Kenya
06.2006 - 03.2007
- Managed a team of 30, in the planning and delivery of a 12-day traveling medical camp to areas lacking healthcare access resulting in the treatment of 700 individuals, working with donors, media, ministries and other stakeholders.
- Executed a four-month long football tournament to build awareness of the medical camp and create “health hubs” for anonymous HIV testing services at the games.
- Monitored resource allocation, budget development and reported back to donors on annual activity.
Education
MBA - Sustainability
University of Cumbria
United Kingdom10.2022
Master of Arts - Global Political Economy
Queen’s University
Canada09.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With International Relations
Queen’s University
Canada2006
Skills
- Sustainable Business Development and Planning
- Resource Mobilization
- Project Management
- Community Outreach
- Event Management
- Capacity Building
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Salesforce CRM
- Sitefinity Content Management
Certification
SALESFORCE BASICS
University of California
Awarded 2022
IMPACT MEASURMENT & MANAGEMENT FOR THE SDGS
Duke University
Awarded 2022
EVALUATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
SOAS
Awarded 2015
Achievements
INSPIRED WOMEN LEAD
Mentorship Certificate
2019-2020
REIKI LEVEL I, II, MASTER
2020
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
Peru, 2014
Timeline
Strategy & Partnerships Consultant
UN Agencies
01.2021 - Current
Advocacy, Communications & Partnerships
Department of Global Coordination and Partnerships on AMR, World Health Organization
04.2020 - 01.2021
Social Policy Specialist
Global Tuberculosis Programme, World Health Organization
11.2015 - 04.2020
Senior Account Manager
MHP Health Global, Engine Group
05.2014 - 05.2015
Advocacy, Partnerships and Project Management
World Heart Federation/NCD Alliance
05.2012 - 05.2014
Advocacy & Policy Coordinator
World Heart Federation/NCD Alliance
04.2010 - 04.2012
Policy Intern
Tobacco Free Initiative, World Health Organization
01.2010 - 04.2010
Project Manager
Matibabu Foundation
06.2006 - 03.2007
MBA - Sustainability
University of Cumbria
Master of Arts - Global Political Economy
Queen’s University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science With International Relations
Queen’s University
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