Program Manager, Health Equity & Community Partnerships

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago seeks a program manager to oversee initiatives addressing disparities in health outcomes, develop strategic partnerships, and promote inter-sectoral collaboration.

You will lead staff, manage program delivery, establish evaluation standards, and ensure alignment with Rush policies and mission.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related field, five years in program management, supervisory experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in community health, public policy, community organizing and advocacy, social work, non-profit management or related area.
• 5 years of program management experience.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Equity in healthcare, social services, law, policy or related areas.
• Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models and scalable initiatives.
• Proficient in using technology as a management-reporting tool and experience with IT staff to develop evaluation systems.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a thought leader in developing and implementing programs, services and events to address community needs.
• Develops and implements a partnership and engagement strategy aligned with mission and goals.
• Identifies and builds relationships with leaders and organizations for potential partnerships.
• Provides strategic guidance to leadership on program development and implementation.
• Serves as an advocate for strategic partnerships internally and externally.
• Leads committees such as communications and the Community Advisory Council.
• Establishes objective program performance standards and accountability.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago seeks a program manager to oversee initiatives addressing disparities in health outcomes, develop strategic partnerships, and promote inter-sectoral collaboration.

You will lead staff, manage program delivery, establish evaluation standards, and ensure alignment with Rush policies and mission.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related field, five years in program management, supervisory experience, and strong communication.