[Jobs] Program Mgr: Common Health Action

[Leora Lawton]

http://www.commonhealthaction.org/

http://iphinnovation.org/


JOB DESCRIPTION: PROGRAM MANAGER

CommonHealth ACTION and the Institute for Public Health Innovation are
currently seeking a Program Manager to oversee exciting 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 (IPHi), which was founded in 2009
with a focus on Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, 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. IPHi is the DC-MD-VA region's officially
recognized public health institute and a member of the National Network of
Public Health Institutes (NNPHI), which has become a major aspect of this
nation's public health infrastructure. Since its creation, IPHi has rapidly
developed into an important resource for the region by serving as a
competent, neutral leader of innovative public health efforts, in
collaboration with a myriad of governmental and community partners. The
Institute for Public Health Innovation is a registered tradename of
CommonHealth ACTION and currently benefits from CHA's administrative
infrastructure.

CHA and IPHi are seeking to share a versatile, proven manager with
experience working with communities to address public health challenges.
Competitive candidates will offer experience and skills related to one or
more of the following areas: public health program development,
implementation, and evaluation; providing technical assistance to community
leaders; community health assessment; facilitation and training; and issues
of health equity.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Manager plays a central role in the development and coordination
of CHA and IPHi programmatic activities. The Program Manager works
independently and collaboratively with fellow 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 representative
at meetings, and establishing and maintaining partnerships to advance the
organizations' missions. The Program Manager position requires public health
and determinants of health knowledge and experience. In addition, it
requires excellent analytical, decision-making, interpersonal,
organizational, and writing skills. The Program Manager must exercise
discretion, independent judgment, political acumen, and professional
accountability in all situations.


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,
public policy, management, and/or community-based issues.

- A strong understanding of public health policy and practice.
- Experience in providing technical assistance to community leaders;
community health assessment; facilitation and training; and/or issues of
health equity.
- Understanding of how equity influences health, human service and quality
of life outcomes for diverse populations in the DC-MD-VA region.
- Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups on complex community
issues.
- Track record of managing contracts, grants and programmatic activities.
- Track record of successful, collaborative proposal development and
writing.
- Knowledge of and interest in technical assistance and determinants of
health.
- Willingness to engage in continuous learning and training.
- Demonstrated professional and political aptitude.
- Understanding or experience with program evaluation.

HIRING SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS: $56,000 ? $62,000 (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/IPHi office as well
as to perform field work.

ESTIMATED START DATE: December 1, 2012

LANGUAGE: Bi-lingual Spanish/English a Plus

TRAVEL: Domestic travel is required for this full-time position. Estimated
travel: 15-30% national or regional travel annually.
RESOURCE RELATIONSHIP: Senior Vice President will serve as the lead resource
person for the PM.

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

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume/CV and salary requirements to:
hr at commonhealthaction.org.

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

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

CommonHealth ACTION and the Institute for Public Health Innovation value 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 and IPHi look to all staff to contribute to
the effective implementation of programmatic activities and the successful
growth of the organization.




-- 
Dr. Leora Lawton
Executive Director, Berkeley Population Center
 & Lecturer, Sociology Dept.
112A Survey Research Center
Corner Channing & Bowditch
(510) 643-1270 (office)
(510) 928-7572 (cell)