Program Lead - HSCET

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 127,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Team Lead to provide strategic oversight and leadership for the Health Security Cooperation Education and Training (HSCET) Program in support of USU/NIDHC.

This role combines team leadership with high-level advisory responsibilities, ensuring program initiatives align with NIDHC's mission. The Team Lead will supervise a multidisciplinary team, advise senior leadership on strategy, planning, and execution, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; Doctoral degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a multidisciplinary HSCET program team and ensure collaboration.
• Advise NIDHC leadership on program strategy, priorities, and operational challenges.
• Develop briefing materials, reports, and policy options for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Represent NIDHC in high-level meetings and maintain external partner relationships.

Skills

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Strategic advisory to senior leaders

Program planning and execution

Policy and briefing development

Interagency collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Economics/Statistics/Political Science/Health Analytics/Public Health Policy or related field

Doctoral Degree preferred

Job description

HJF is seeking a Team Lead to provide strategic oversight and leadership for the Health Security Cooperation Education and Training (HSCET) Program in support of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation (NIDHC). This role combines team leadership with high-level advisory responsibilities, ensuring that program initiatives are aligned with NIDHC’s mission. The Team Lead will supervise a multidisciplinary team while serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on program strategy, planning, and execution.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine, serving military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary HSCET program team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
• Ensure HSCET program efforts are coordinated among multiple program managers and aligned with DoW and NIDHC priorities.
• Manage key program elements for the HSCET program, ensuring program initiatives are delivered on schedule, meet quality standards, and align with strategic objectives.
• Direct planning, implementation, and evaluation of diverse international training courses across military-civilian health domains.
• Advise NIDHC leadership on programmatic strategy, emerging priorities, and operational challenges.
• Monitor developments in security cooperation, assess implications for the HSCET program, and develop evidence-based strategies.
• Analyze health security cooperation trends, policy developments, and operational needs to provide actionable recommendations.
• Produce high-impact briefing materials, reports, and policy options for NIDHC senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Build and sustain relationships with interagency partners, government officials, academic institutions, and contractors.
• Maintain seamless communication between NIDHC and external partners.
• Represent NIDHC in high-level meetings, conferences, and strategic discussions.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including required training for the role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree required (Economics, Statistics, Political Science, Health Analytics, Public Health Policy, or related field); Doctoral Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams in complex health security, public health, or defense programs.
• Experience leading the implementation of security cooperation education and training activities.
• Ability to interpret and translate military doctrine and government policy into program action plans.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; capable of working effectively with military, federal civilian, and contractor personnel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including briefing senior leaders and developing strategic reports.
• Ability to thrive in an adaptive, fast‑paced environment with high-level military and civilian stakeholders.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $127,000–$175,000, determined based on experience, education, and other factors.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and well‑being, including medical, dental, vision coverage, health savings, and retirement plans.

Employment Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a DMV check if applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The contractor will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for any reason. Exceptionally, employees who have access to compensation information as part of essential job functions are permitted to disclose only in response to specific legal requests or disclosures. This complies with 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).

About Us

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic, and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.