Job Summary
The Senior Director of Health Initiatives works with key community partners and stakeholders to develop, coordinate, and execute projects and initiatives which advance community goals in physical and behavioral health for Prosper Waco. The senior director will work to build consensus amongst our community partners around a common agenda of top health priorities, facilitating the development and execution of a collective plan of action.
Responsibilities
Responsible for leadership and management of assigned projects related to community-wide health initiatives and activities, partner coordination, work planning, reporting, and communications.
Facilitate and mobilize community working groups and coalitions as they strive to determine and reach community goals in physical and behavioral health.
Assists with budget development and grants administration for health-related initiatives.
Coordinate, design, and implement strategic approaches that will engage the greater Waco community in collaborative work for the measurable betterment of health according to community indicators.
Alongside community partners, develop and implement a proactive and comprehensive strategy for deepening engagement of significant health partners and anchor institutions toward community goals.
Work collaboratively with Prosper Waco research staff as they collect, analyze, and interpret data for shared measurement. Aid with building partner capacity in data collection and interpretation.
Serve as a Prosper Waco liaison with state and regional health organizations. Work with each to collaborate around strategic initiatives, programs, and accountability.
Provide direction and support to partner organizations, working groups, and coalitions in aligning their work to a common agenda (e.g., integrating evidence-based practices and identifying opportunities for program work to support specific goals).
Collaborate with the Prosper Waco communications team to provide information and materials needed to tell the Prosper Waco expansion and community impact stories most effectively.
Experience
Master’s degree or higher in healthcare administration, healthcare analytics, public health, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in health care administration, public health, behavioral health, or similar field.
Exemplary character and integrity with commitment to the mission of Prosper Waco. Knowledge of Collective Impact preferred.
Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate staff, set clear goals and expectations, and manage change.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent the organization to external audiences.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others and build effective relationships with key stakeholders.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and project management software. Experience with Salesforce preferred.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines.
Passion for the non-profit sector and a deep commitment to making a positive impact in our community.