The Global Fund announced the selection of Richard Burzynski of ICASO to serve as the Developed Country NGO Communication Focal Point (read announcement here). This follows a call for applicants in May which outlined requirements for the position.

While the job is no more important than many other important roles at the Global Fund, it is noteworthy nonetheless the effort the Global Fund makes in genuinely engaging with the NGO community in policy and administrative issues. The Global Fund is unique among donors in its efforts at networking -- a laudable example others should emulate.