Program Manager

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Position Title: Program Manager
Location: Dallas
Country: United States
Deadline Date: N/A

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, with a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Established over a century ago, the AHA has grown to become a trusted leader in cardiovascular and brain health, operating in numerous countries and employing thousands of individuals. The organization focuses on health and hope for everyone, everywhere, and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce and mission.

Job Overview:
The Program Manager will play a crucial role in leading the national Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic Health (CKMH) initiative. This position is designed for someone who can work closely with the implementation team to enhance the national presence of the CKMH initiative. The Program Manager will be responsible for strategic delivery of initiative commitments, which includes overseeing operational processes, data collection and reporting, budget management, and ensuring that all related activities are executed effectively. This role requires strong communication skills to liaise with various departments and ensure that all tasks are completed according to grant timelines. The position is home-based, offering flexibility while being a full-time, benefits-eligible role funded by grants that are expected to last until June 30, 2028, with potential for extension.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for the CKMH initiative, ensuring that all commitments are met across implementation cohorts and cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include regular communication with the National Director and other leads to track progress, leading marketing and registration for events, supporting collaborative learning activities, and analyzing results from training and education initiatives. The Program Manager will also develop presentations and reports to reflect the initiative's progress and insights for both internal and external audiences. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently while also collaborating with various stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience, along with two to five years of relevant experience in program or project management, particularly within healthcare or public health organizations. Strong skills in design, presentation, and report development are essential, as well as the ability to influence performance without direct accountability. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills are required, along with comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite. The ability to travel locally and for overnight stays up to 15% is also necessary.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field is required, with equivalent work experience considered. The educational background should ideally include coursework or training related to healthcare, public health, or project management.

Experience:
The position requires two to five years of relevant experience, particularly in program or project management within healthcare or public health-related organizations. Experience in budget management and the ability to influence performance without direct line accountability are also important.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, strong verbal and written communication skills in English are essential. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position with a grant-funded opportunity that includes a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The AHA offers various benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program. Employees are also entitled to a minimum of 16 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, increasing with seniority, and 12 paid holidays. The organization supports professional development through tuition assistance and access to an extensive online university, HeartU. The AHA is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of their background.