A career in global health
Curious about how to kick‑start your career in global health?
Join us at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences’ annual Career Day on 5 March for an inspiring session dedicated to the many pathways that shape the global health field.
We’ve gathered a diverse panel of experienced global health practitioners and experts - each representing different corners of the sector, from funding bodies and government agencies to UN organisations and the private sector. They’ll share their career journeys, insights, and concrete advice on how you can carve out your own path in this dynamic field.
🕒 Time
5 March, 12:30–13:50
📍 Place
Holst Auditorium, Mærsk Tower, Blegdamsvej 3B
🎤 Meet the panel:
- Oscar Milsted Karstad – Consultant, Danish Alliance for Global Health
- Mette Ø. Strandlod – Policy and Advocacy Specialist, UNFPA Nordic Representation Office
- Sanne Frost Helt – Senior Director Policy, Programme and Partnerships, World Diabetes Foundation
- Mathilde Vraa-Jensen – Project Specialist, Global & Public Health, Novo Nordisk Foundation
- Emma Borre Andersen – Head of Section, Danish Health Authority
After the panel discussion, you’re warmly encouraged to explore the rest of Career Day, where a wide range of organisations and companies will be hosting stands. The stands are open 12:30–16:00 — the perfect chance to network, ask questions, and discover future opportunities.
Find more information about Career Day and the full list of stands here.