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JOB SUMMARY

This job directs operational activities for all assigned DEI program areas, including First Steps and Beyond and other EEHI philanthropic activities. Serves as the coordinator of all needs/services of the program areas with a focus on community engagement in relevant areas (e.g., infant mortality, LGBTQIA, minoritized populations, people with disabilities) and addresses concerns/problems through to resolution. Provides operational leadership and direction to the programs focusing on positively influencing health equity outcomes. Identifies, plans, organizes, communicates, implements and measures activities and strategies to promote growth, clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, enhanced communication, and system success. (This position will be fully funded through grants).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity. Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
• Provide support for Health Equity Campaign and leadership team by driving and developing community programs related to health disparities (e.g., African American infant mortality rate). Requires a significant amount of influence with key executive leaders within Highmark Health and AHN.
• Directs and oversees operations of programs and events that will directly impact the communities we serve with a specific focus on African American infants and parents for First Steps and Beyond. Responsible for reviewing and approving related activities and budget.
• Responsible for engaging Highmark Health and AHN staff in related initiatives and collaborating with local, regional and national organizations. Engages Highmark Health and AHN management and leadership team to create and implement effective programs and foster community engagement.
• Represents Enterprise Equitable Health Institute's mission and vision in interactions and programs, including boards, commissions, for civic and community boards, community-based organizations, elected officials and other academic institutions.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.
  

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Health Administration, or related field
  

Substitutions

• 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree

Preferred

• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Health Administration, or related field

EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years in a Management or Leadership role
• 3 years in Community Affairs, Human Services/Health Insurance/Health Systems or related field
• 3 years in Relationship or Project Management
  

Preferred

• 3 years in Business Development
  

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• None
  

Preferred

• None
  

SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building
• Strong, effective verbal and written communication
• Efficient project management and/or event planning
• Strong strategic development capabilities
• Experience in volunteer management
• Experience with grant making
• Strong public speaking, strategic thinking, and conflict management skills
  

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Occasionally

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

Yes

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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