Lead for Women’s Heart Disease Education and Awareness – Community Capacity Building

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Position Title: Lead for Women’s Heart Disease Education and Awareness – Community Capacity Building
Location: Dallas, remote
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) was founded in 1924 and has since made significant strides in reducing cardiovascular disease deaths by half. The organization is dedicated to addressing the most pressing health challenges of today and is committed to ensuring a healthier future for all. With a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the AHA operates in various countries and employs a diverse workforce that reflects its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The AHA is known for its innovative approaches and community engagement strategies, aiming to reach everyone regardless of their background.

Job Overview:
The Lead for Women’s Heart Disease Education and Awareness – Community Capacity Building is a pivotal role within the American Heart Association. This position is responsible for acting as a liaison between national and regional teams to enhance collaboration and improve outcomes related to women’s heart health and heart valve disease. The lead will develop and implement community engagement strategies at the market level, ensuring that the initiatives align with the goals of the organization and meet the deliverables of the grant. The role requires a proactive approach to fostering partnerships with community-based organizations (CBOs) and ensuring that educational resources are effectively disseminated. The selected candidate will work closely with various teams to assess community needs and provide technical assistance for the implementation of engagement plans. This position is flexible and can be performed remotely, allowing for a broader reach in community engagement efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with national, regional, and market leadership to identify and partner with community-based organizations (CBOs) in three or more communities to support women’s heart disease and heart valve disease education and awareness efforts.
• Work with national and local teams to assess the educational, training, and resource needs of communities and CBOs regarding women’s heart disease and heart valve disease.
• Develop community engagement plans in collaboration with national, regional, and market leads, providing technical assistance on implementation through participating CBOs.
• Ensure accountability to grant reporting deliverables, including supporting appropriate time and activity tracking.
• Serve as a liaison between community teams and the evaluation team to support grant evaluation, ensuring proper tracking and reporting.
• Oversee the budget and ensure that funds are utilized in accordance with grant expectations.
• Organize and communicate with the national cross-departmental grant team to maximize collaboration and efficiency in achieving project goals.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience in roles that demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills, particularly in team management and coalition building.
• Proven consulting experience, especially in contexts where the individual does not have direct reporting relationships.
• Ability to effectively participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment, working towards common goals.
• Skills in selling strategies, projects, and ideas to internal audiences, assisting colleagues in achieving outcome goals.
• Demonstrated ability to promote systemic public health impact and collaborate with community organizations.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may also be considered in lieu of formal education. The educational background should provide a solid foundation in public health principles and practices, particularly as they relate to community engagement and health education.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have three to five years of relevant experience in public health, community engagement, or a related field. This experience should include demonstrated leadership skills, the ability to manage teams, and a track record of successful collaboration with community organizations. Experience in grant management and reporting is also highly desirable, as is familiarity with the specific health issues related to women’s heart disease and heart valve disease.

Languages:
While the job posting does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication. Additional languages may be beneficial, particularly in diverse communities where outreach efforts are focused.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position that is grant-funded, with current funding available through December 31, 202

• The expected pay range for this role is between $100,000 and $110,000, commensurate with experience. The American Heart Association offers a comprehensive benefits package, 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 annually. The organization emphasizes work-life harmonization and provides various professional development opportunities, including tuition assistance for further education.