Program Assistant, Health Policy & Grants

New York State Health Foundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth) seeks a Program Assistant to support the Vice President for Programs and priority teams. You will help with grant development, reviews, and program operations, while coordinating communications with grantees and preparing presentations.

This role offers exposure to how philanthropy shapes health policy in New York State and nationwide, with mentoring and learning opportunities. Strong organizational skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Administrative support and coordination duties for VP and program teams.
• Assisting with grant development, review, and management processes.
• Conducting literature reviews and background research as needed.
• Preparing presentations and publications for internal and external audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative support to the Vice President for Programs.
• Support program teams including Empowering Health Care Consumers and Special Projects Fund priorities.
• Assist with grant development, review, and management activities.
• Coordinate event planning and communications with grantees.

Skills

Administrative support

Grant management

Research literacy

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth) seeks a Program Assistant to support the Vice President for Programs and priority teams. You will help with grant development, reviews, and program operations, while coordinating communications with grantees and preparing presentations.

This role offers exposure to how philanthropy shapes health policy in New York State and nationwide, with mentoring and learning opportunities. Strong organizational skills and teamwork are essential.