UNC Asheville

A project of the NC Center for Health and Wellness at UNC Asheville, the WNC HPI was created to serve as a convener of and conduit for information, resources, and coalition-building to inform strategies for improving the health and wellbeing of all people of WNC through scholarship, collaboration, policy development and advocacy.. May consider a Bachelor’s degree in public health, health promotion, political science, sociology or related with equivalent experience in health policy, health equity/justice or public health.. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Political Science, Health Policy, Social Work, Sociology or related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.. Proven success in grant writing and/or fund development.. Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for the duties of the position, including, without limitation MS Office suite, Google Workspace, Squarespace Web Hosting platform, and Banner Financial system.

senior project manager

Position Summary This position leads the Western North Carolina (WNC) Health Policy Initiative (HPI), which is funded by a 3-year grant from the Dogwood Health Trust and is entering year two. A project of the NC Center for Health and Wellness at UNC Asheville, the WNC HPI was created to serve as a convener of and conduit for information, resources, and coalition-building to inform strategies for improving the health and wellbeing of all people of WNC through scholarship, collaboration, policy development and advocacy.The role of the Health Policy Senior Project Manager for the Health Policy Initiative (Senior PM HPI) is both strategic and operational. This person will collaboratively lead the strategic visioning and implementation of activities for the initiative. It requires working with internal and external partners and staff, including one project coordinator and a research associate, to oversee all functions, policies and processes related to the operation of the WNC Health Policy Initiative and its activities, including:Working effectively with a broad range of stakeholders to build strong alliances internally and externally, implement the HPI’s shared goals and objectives, and grow the organization in alignment with its mission and strategic vision.Working with the team on coordinating, facilitating, and supporting internal and external partners, guest speakers, and other attendees to plan and hold discussion forums, as well as other events and activities.Guiding the development of audio, visual, print, web and other media content to support regionalized health policy education, development, advocacy, and dissemination.Providing operational support for the HPI, including contracting with experts and researchers, overseeing budget/financials management, ensuring the documentation of meetings, attendance and other performance measures, and grant report writing and generation.Working with other HPI leadership, staff and partners to identify and secure additional funding and partnerships to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of, and equitable regional representation within, the HPI and its activities. The position is hybrid, but the Senior PM will be based in the Asheville area as regular in person attendance at events is required.This position may require some travel to attend or present at partner events, conferences, policy briefings and other activities.The employee in this position is expected to work collaboratively as a member of the NC Center for Health and Wellness team and serve on the leadership team. The purpose of the leadership team is to engage in organizational-level strategizing and decision-making and actively advance efforts related to organizational structure, partnerships, development, staffing, funding, and management. Leadership team members attend, periodically co-facilitate and/or note take bimonthly leadership team meetings. All leadership team members are responsible for supporting staff dynamics, wellbeing, and financial viability of the organization. FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills A Master’s Degree in public health, health administration, public policy, health or behavioral economics or similar field.May consider a Bachelor’s degree in public health, health promotion, political science, sociology or related with equivalent experience in health policy, health equity/justice or public health.All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.At least 3 years working in health policy, health equity/justice and/or health communications settings; and/or guiding and implementing health or other communications strategy with a cross-sector of stakeholders.Knowledge of the Social Determinants of Health and their impact on health outcomes and health equity/justice.Knowledge of health systems and key institutional partners in Western North Carolina.Experience coordinating and facilitating multi-stakeholder meetings, projects, and events.Experience with project management and demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize project activities.Experience supervising staff and coordinating internal and external partners.Experience with grant writing and other forms of fundraising. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Political Science, Health Policy, Social Work, Sociology or related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.4-5 years working in health policy, health equity/justice and/or health communications settings; and/or guiding and implementing health or other communications strategy with a cross-sector of stakeholders.Highly organized with strong verbal and excellent written communication skills.Experience in leadership.Strong technology, presentation, facilitation, research, and analytical skills.Strong strategic planning abilities.Experience with issues relating to health policy, health equity and justice, health communications, and community and public health, particularly as it pertains to Western NC (defined as the 18 westernmost NC counties plus the Qualla Boundary).Proven success in grant writing and/or fund development. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience organizing, coordinating, and facilitating meetings, events, and other convenings with a broad range of stakeholders.Experience developing, implementing, and managing a cohesive, brand-aligned communications, outreach, and content strategy across web, social, print, audio/visual, and other media and platforms.Experience with public speaking and presenting.Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.Excellent relationship management skills.Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.Ability to successfully manage multiple projects at a time.Ability to think creatively and strategically.Ability to work with people from a broad diversity of backgrounds, experiences, cultures, and beliefs in a professional and respectful manner.Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for the duties of the position, including, without limitation MS Office suite, Google Workspace, Squarespace Web Hosting platform, and Banner Financial system. 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