CommonHealth Action - Program Managers

PROGRAM MANAGER

CommonHealth ACTION and the Institute for Public Health Innovation are currently hiring three (3) Program Managers who will come in at the ground level on exciting new national and regional public health initiatives while having opportunities to contribute to the development of expanding programmatic portfolios.

CommonHealth ACTION (CHA) is a national, nonprofit public health organization that works with national organizations and community-based partners to create conditions in which all people have equal opportunities to achieve optimal health. To achieve its mission, CHA designs and facilitates community-level programming; provides tailored technical assistance services; engages in research, writing, and evaluation; and offers a range of support to community groups and funding organizations interested in innovative and effective public health practice.

The Institute for Public Health Innovation, a regionally focused institute of CHA, is one of 35 Public Health Institutes across the country with membership in the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI). Serving Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, IPHi provides leadership at the intersections of health by working across disciplines and sectors to develop, support, implement, and evaluate creative strategies to improve the public’s health in the region.

For CHA initiatives, we are seeking versatile, proven managers. Particularly competitive candidates would also offer interests and skills related to providing technical assistance to community health leaders, public health systems redesign, public policy analysis, community wellness, social determinants of health strategies, and policy advocacy. We are also seeking managers with interests and knowledge related to health information technology, telehealth innovations, and product development and marketing. Finally, at the Institute for Public Health Innovation, we are launching a major regional campaign to support local elected officials in the adoption of public policies across sectors that support healthy eating and active living. We seek candidates with demonstrated skills related to public health campaign development, local public policy, policy maker education, materials development, and/or social media.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Manager plays a central role in the development and coordination of CHA programmatic activities, including programming for CHA’s Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHi) and related centers. The Program Manager works independently and collaboratively with CHA staff to plan, manage and implement activities in the following areas: public health programming, community-based technical assistance, research and evaluation, resource development, grant and contract management and report writing, community-based organizational development, community engagement, and meeting development and implementation. Other responsibilities include supporting communications activities, serving as liaison and CHA representative at meetings, and establishing and maintaining partnerships to advance CHA’s mission. The Program Manager position requires public health knowledge and experience as well as excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills and the exercise of extensive discretion, independent judgment and political acumen. Job Description: PM Page 2 of 3 December 2011

WORK DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Participate in long- and short-term program development and planning.
• Conduct and coordinate basic research activities to support program and portfolio development.
• Develop and effectively manage program timelines to ensure timely completion of program deliverables.
• Monitor program activities to ensure quality and accuracy of work outcomes vis-ŕ-vis contractual and grant commitments.
• Manage and coordinate programmatic meetings including managing logistical contractors.
• Facilitate small and large group meetings and trainings.
• Provide technical assistance to community-based organizations.
• Develop publications, grant applications, and reports through collaborative writing and editing.
• Track relevant activities in public health and related fields to inform CommonHealth ACTION and IPHi, partners, and communities.
• Manage relationships with contractors and sub-grantees.
• Participate in strategic planning activities.
• Identify opportunities for marketing programs and services and implement promotional activities on behalf of CHA and IPHi, including via CHA and IPHi Web sites.
• Identify partnership and funding opportunities and promote relationship-building with other organizations, agencies and/or individuals.
• Develop and disseminate programmatic and marketing materials.
• Develop PowerPoint presentations and other materials for use during program-related events.
• Develop written and online tools for programmatic use including survey and evaluation instruments.
• Identify technological tools to enhance and support CHA’s capacity and programs.
• Serve as programmatic liaison to external partners, including representing CHA at national, regional and local meetings.
• Adhere to CHA’s administrative and recordkeeping guidelines to support accurate bookkeeping and documentation of activities.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS & CONDITIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduate degree in a field related to public health with a minimum of five (5) years experience working on public health-related, management, and/or community-based issues.

• A strong understanding of public health practice
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups on complex community issues
• Track record of grants and program management
• Knowledge of and interest in technical assistance and communications
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning and training
• Demonstrated professional and political aptitude
• Experience in community wellness, local public health systems and policy, health information technology (HIT-Telehealth), or healthy eating/active living (HEAL) a plus.

HIRING SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS: $58,000 – $66,000 (Salary is contingent upon available funding), and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. CHA also offers a competitive benefit package with annual leave, health/dental/vision insurance and retirement contributions (403B).

JOB LOCATION: The position is based in the Washington Metropolitan area and requires the employee to work at the CommonHealth ACTION office as well as to perform field work. Job Description: PM Page 3 of 3 December 2011

ESTIMATED START DATE: February 1st, 2012 - March 1, 2012

TRAVEL: Domestic travel is required for this full-time position. Estimated travel: 15-30% national or regional travels annually.

POINT OF CONTACT: John Wesley, Office Manager/HR Specialist

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Please place "Program Manager" in the subject line of the email when applying.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Do to the large number of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted.

CommonHealth ACTION values a respectful, collaborative work environment. We establish and maintain trustful relationships with all staff, contractors, funders, and partners. We believe that hard work, a focus on quality, and a passion for the public’s health are required to improve the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. CHA looks to all staff to contribute to the effective implementation of programmatic activities and the successful growth of the organization.