Program Manager, Health Equity

School of Public Health - Health Policy and Management

80413BR

Program Manager

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Full time

Fixed

1 year from date of hire

Yes

31-May-2024

Administration & Operations

Supervisor; Senior Associate (P5)

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Administration

37.5

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Medical School Campus

37-55 College Street New Haven, CT 06510

Hybrid

Reporting to GHLI Program Director, the Program Manager for Health Equity is responsible for the for conceptualizing, managing, and ensuring the effective implementation of programs within GHLI’s “Transforming for Equity” portfolio. Management of GHLI programs requires entrepreneurial thinking, independent decision-making, and creation and management of objectives and timeliness. The Manager is responsible for driving all aspects of program operations including new proposal development, program design and implementation, dissemination of project reports and scientific deliverables, management of faculty and staff contributing to the project, and proactive engagement of diverse stakeholders, as well as contributing faculty, staff and students from Yale. The manager’s portfolio will evolve over time; the Initial projects that the manager will be responsible for include facilitation of a state-wide collaborative to strengthen the collection and use of granular, self-reported race, ethnicity, and language data by healthcare providers across Connecticut. Management of GHLI programs requires entrepreneurial thinking, independent decision-making, and creation and management of objectives and timelines. The Program Manager is responsible for facilitating and maintaining direct communications with external partners and internal collaborators to ensure alignment, to manage project funds and other resources as appropriate for program execution, and to identify and advise on risks.

Oversees the advancement and growth of the projects; Identifies and cultivates partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the projects. Conceptualizes and executes project plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Manages the day-to-day operations for successful implementation of programs from inception to completion, including oversight of project resources, identification of risks and opportunities, and development of ideas for improvement in internal and external processes. Develops the administrative infrastructure of the projects. Manages human resource and administrative functions, including staffing and performance development, information and data management processes (including IRB protocols, qualitative data management, and quantitative data management), and financial management processes. Develops and manages the program’s operating budget. Develops and manages program timelines and schedules, and leads effective communication with internal and external project stakeholders to set expectations, plan and implement project activities and data collection, and ensure timely and accurate data collection. Develops and exercises a keen understanding of the multiple audiences and contributing University offices involved in a given project. This includes frequent, clear and direct communication with all parties to ensure smooth management and implementation of programs. Keeps project team well informed of changes. Advises the Principal Investigator on overall progress of programs, anticipates potential problems, and recommends changes to meet objectives. Ensures the quality and actively participates in all aspects of implementation science research, including quantitative and qualitative data collection, management, analysis, and dissemination. Initiates, designs, and manages project communications; Drafts technical reports, project briefs, poster presentations, academic manuscripts, and web content; Presents findings at academic and professional conferences; proactively identifies opportunities for dissemination of project outputs/results in scientific and professional forums. Proactively engages and manages student interns, consultants, and other members of the project teams.

1. Oversees the advancement and growth of the program. Gives direction and leadership supporting the philosophy, mission, strategy, and annual goals and objectives. Assumes primary accountability for disseminating and publishing all program information to create public awareness and support of the program. 2. Works closely with leadership, internal and external colleagues, and community residents to further develop and implement strategic plans. 3. Identifies, solicits, and cultivates community partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the program. Develops the metrics to identify and measure the success of the program. Responsible for measurements of grant success and related evaluation. 4. Assists in identifying and evaluating potential future funding sources, and contributes to the submission of grants and contracts supporting the program, including the annual submission and writing of all content areas and budgetary sections of grant applications. Develops and manages the program’s operating budget. 5. Develops the administrative infrastructure of the program. Manages human resource and administrative functions of the program, including staffing and hiring, supervision, performance development, counseling and discipline, if warranted. Oversees and manages information systems, facilities, and space needs. 6. Investigates, identifies, implements, and oversees the maintenance of systems to gather, track, and report information to support the initiatives of the program. Tracks all program activities and regularly informs leadership of progress on each initiative. Recommends structural or programmatic adjustments, changes or additions based on full knowledge of missions, goals, and objectives. 7. Initiates, designs, and manages the compilation of program communications; identifying outreach potential, and promoting philanthropic and collaborative support of the program. Contributes to the development and assists in the management of content on the program’s website and monitors all changes and additions to the editorial content. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated project management and/or research administration ability.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across professional, geographic, and cultural boundaries. Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paces environment with some ambiguity. Flexibility and ability to work as a team player.

Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to effectively present and work with a wide variety of stakeholders. Well-developed writing skills, including the ability to write public materials and reports for various constituencies.

Ability to problem solve and work independently with little supervision on multiple tasks and projects. Applied quantitative and qualitative research skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Master’s degree in Public Health, Business or related field. Proficiency in Atlas.ti preferred. Experience in clinical trials management preferred. Experience in community-engagement research preferred.

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