Program Coordinator Health Education and Community Outreach
MD Anderson
The primary purpose of the Program Coordinator position is to provide program support, technical execution of and operational management to the Implementation for Health Equity (IHEQ) Research Team as part of the Behavioral Science Department. Position reports to the Program Manager of the IHEQ Program (directly) and the Principal Investigator (Indirectly) and supports other internal stakeholders in the development and implementation of all assigned initiatives and projects. The position impacts the overall efficiency and productivity of the IHEQ research Program and helps to create opportunities to enhance the mission and vision of the program.
**The ideal candidate will have experience designing and developing health education or promotion programs, including planning and community outreach, with bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish considered a plus**
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
1. Lead the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for Project ACCESS (Expanding Access to Cervical Cancer Screening through Primary HPV Testing and Self-Collection).
* Implement and manage project operations for Project ACCESS which includes, but not limited to, coordinating project activities with community and clinical partners, ensuring timely transfer of data from project sites, ensuring timely delivery of project materials to project sites, communicating regularly with stakeholders at each of the sites, assisting with preparation of evaluation reports, assisting with preparation of dissemination materials.
* Lead project meetings which include pre-, during, and post-meeting tasks such as preparation of agenda and meeting minutes, scheduling, and video conference technical assistance.
* Manage project timelines and budget regarding deliverables, milestones, and long and short-term goals, guided by the vision and strategies defined by project leadership.
* Implement, with others, assessments, program evaluations and other reporting tools.
* Conceptualize recommendations for Project ACCESS activities based on data and public health theory and methods.
2. Lead the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for Point-of-Care Technologies Research Program Implements and manages project operations for grants related to the development, evaluation, and implementation of new point-of-care technologies for cancer screening and diagnosis.
* Implement and manage project operations for the Point-of-Care Technologies Research Program which includes, but not limited to, coordinating project activities with academic partners, ensuring timely transfer of data between involved institutions, ensuring timely delivery of project materials to project sites, communicating regularly with stakeholders at each of the sites, assisting with preparation of evaluation reports, assisting with preparation of dissemination materials.
* Lead project meetings which include pre-, during, and post-meeting tasks such as preparation of agenda and meeting minutes, scheduling, and video conference technical assistance.
* Manage project timelines and budget regarding deliverables, milestones, and long and short-term goals, guided by the vision and strategies defined by project leadership.
* Implement, with others, assessments, program evaluations and other reporting tools.
3. Support other Research Projects led by the Implementation for Health Equity (IHEQ) Team through the planning, development, coordination and implementation of activities, projects, and special events.
* Engage directly with internal and external collaborating stakeholders (e.g., FQHC's, CHC's, health systems), in an inclusive environment, relevant to the success of the project including relationship management (i.e., Site visits, check-in meetings).
* Manage project timelines regarding deliverables, milestones, strategic planning, guided by the vision and strategies defined by project leadership.
* Conduct assessments, reports and evaluations.
4. Cultivates and maintains working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and community partners.
* Engage directly with community members relevant to the success of initiatives.
* Represent MD Anderson at cervical cancer screening events including local and national meetings.
* Use expertise to identify operational issues and interacts with all levels of internal and external resources to resolve problems.
* Create, write, and update print and online materials for publicizing and promotion of IHEQ research and activities.
* Manage all study protocols
5. Responsible for keeping up to date on relevant literature and public health practices in cervical cancer screening and communicating this information orally and in writing.
* Serve as a subject matter expert in the community on cervical cancer screening topics.
* Conduct literature searches and reviews.
6. Programmatic Support for the overall IHEQ Program.
* Calendar and meeting management including scheduling, agendas, room set-up, presentations and other support materials, and meeting outcomes.
* Compose correspondence: informal (notes, memos, and notices); formal (letters and official correspondence)
* Maintain information tracking tools; implements document and information retrieval systems.
* Gather materials for use in preparation of scientific reports, presentations, or publications.
* Follow up on action items.
7. Provides general collaborative support to the Behavioral Science Department.
* Develop reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
* Assist with project tracking and developing reports for collaborators, leadership, and other key stakeholders.
* Assist with ad hoc projects as needed.
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in Public Health or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Three years project/program coordination experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. With preferred degree, one year of required experience.
Preferred: The ability to use good interpersonal, customer service, and critical thinking skills, work independently, and handle complex issues. Experience in health education or health promotion program planning, management, and evaluation; community outreach; communications. Experience in designing and developing health education and/or health promotion programs, including the application of behavioral science theory and methods. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Ability to work in a challenging environment, under pressure. Willing and able to work extended and flexible hours, function under demanding circumstances. Computer software skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. The ability to travel in personal vehicle to community centers. Bilingual in English & Spanish is a plus.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 172542 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 51,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 64,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 77,000 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Soft Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: No
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**The ideal candidate will have experience designing and developing health education or promotion programs, including planning and community outreach, with bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish considered a plus**
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
1. Lead the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for Project ACCESS (Expanding Access to Cervical Cancer Screening through Primary HPV Testing and Self-Collection).
* Implement and manage project operations for Project ACCESS which includes, but not limited to, coordinating project activities with community and clinical partners, ensuring timely transfer of data from project sites, ensuring timely delivery of project materials to project sites, communicating regularly with stakeholders at each of the sites, assisting with preparation of evaluation reports, assisting with preparation of dissemination materials.
* Lead project meetings which include pre-, during, and post-meeting tasks such as preparation of agenda and meeting minutes, scheduling, and video conference technical assistance.
* Manage project timelines and budget regarding deliverables, milestones, and long and short-term goals, guided by the vision and strategies defined by project leadership.
* Implement, with others, assessments, program evaluations and other reporting tools.
* Conceptualize recommendations for Project ACCESS activities based on data and public health theory and methods.
2. Lead the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for Point-of-Care Technologies Research Program Implements and manages project operations for grants related to the development, evaluation, and implementation of new point-of-care technologies for cancer screening and diagnosis.
* Implement and manage project operations for the Point-of-Care Technologies Research Program which includes, but not limited to, coordinating project activities with academic partners, ensuring timely transfer of data between involved institutions, ensuring timely delivery of project materials to project sites, communicating regularly with stakeholders at each of the sites, assisting with preparation of evaluation reports, assisting with preparation of dissemination materials.
* Lead project meetings which include pre-, during, and post-meeting tasks such as preparation of agenda and meeting minutes, scheduling, and video conference technical assistance.
* Manage project timelines and budget regarding deliverables, milestones, and long and short-term goals, guided by the vision and strategies defined by project leadership.
* Implement, with others, assessments, program evaluations and other reporting tools.
3. Support other Research Projects led by the Implementation for Health Equity (IHEQ) Team through the planning, development, coordination and implementation of activities, projects, and special events.
* Engage directly with internal and external collaborating stakeholders (e.g., FQHC's, CHC's, health systems), in an inclusive environment, relevant to the success of the project including relationship management (i.e., Site visits, check-in meetings).
* Manage project timelines regarding deliverables, milestones, strategic planning, guided by the vision and strategies defined by project leadership.
* Conduct assessments, reports and evaluations.
4. Cultivates and maintains working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and community partners.
* Engage directly with community members relevant to the success of initiatives.
* Represent MD Anderson at cervical cancer screening events including local and national meetings.
* Use expertise to identify operational issues and interacts with all levels of internal and external resources to resolve problems.
* Create, write, and update print and online materials for publicizing and promotion of IHEQ research and activities.
* Manage all study protocols
5. Responsible for keeping up to date on relevant literature and public health practices in cervical cancer screening and communicating this information orally and in writing.
* Serve as a subject matter expert in the community on cervical cancer screening topics.
* Conduct literature searches and reviews.
6. Programmatic Support for the overall IHEQ Program.
* Calendar and meeting management including scheduling, agendas, room set-up, presentations and other support materials, and meeting outcomes.
* Compose correspondence: informal (notes, memos, and notices); formal (letters and official correspondence)
* Maintain information tracking tools; implements document and information retrieval systems.
* Gather materials for use in preparation of scientific reports, presentations, or publications.
* Follow up on action items.
7. Provides general collaborative support to the Behavioral Science Department.
* Develop reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
* Assist with project tracking and developing reports for collaborators, leadership, and other key stakeholders.
* Assist with ad hoc projects as needed.
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in Public Health or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Three years project/program coordination experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. With preferred degree, one year of required experience.
Preferred: The ability to use good interpersonal, customer service, and critical thinking skills, work independently, and handle complex issues. Experience in health education or health promotion program planning, management, and evaluation; community outreach; communications. Experience in designing and developing health education and/or health promotion programs, including the application of behavioral science theory and methods. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Ability to work in a challenging environment, under pressure. Willing and able to work extended and flexible hours, function under demanding circumstances. Computer software skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. The ability to travel in personal vehicle to community centers. Bilingual in English & Spanish is a plus.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 172542 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 51,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 64,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 77,000 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Soft Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: No
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