Director, Health Equity & Coalition Leadership

Mayor and City Council of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 89,994 - 143,864; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City Health Department seeks a Local Health Improvement Coalition Director to lead LHIC and related health projects, reporting to the Chief Policy and Strategy Officer. The role guides coalition activities, builds partnerships, and drives initiatives to improve health outcomes in Baltimore City.

The position requires strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and expertise in health equity, program development, and grant management.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• 3–5 years in community health or coalition-building.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead leadership and strategic planning for LHIC.
• Develop partnerships with local government, healthcare providers, and organizations.
• Oversee education and outreach to raise health awareness.
• Guide program development and implementation addressing health disparities.
• Support policy initiatives through the Policy and Strategy Office.
• Oversee CDC health equity grant and annual budgets.
• Manage contracts and subgrantee performance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Public health knowledge

Grant writing

Budget management

Data analysis

Team management

Equity and inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in public health or related field

Job description

Baltimore City Health Department seeks a Local Health Improvement Coalition Director to lead LHIC and related health projects, reporting to the Chief Policy and Strategy Officer. The role guides coalition activities, builds partnerships, and drives initiatives to improve health outcomes in Baltimore City.

The position requires strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and expertise in health equity, program development, and grant management.