Public Health Project Assistant, Infant Mortality IMAT

Fund for Public Health in NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) seeks a Project Assistant to support the Infant Mortality Action Team (IMAT) within the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. This grant-funded, part-time role is based in the DOHMH office in Long Island City and requires in-office presence during standard hours.

The position offers 9 am–5 pm, up to 2 days a week for about 36 weeks, with minimal travel in NYC.

Qualifications

• Commitment to infant health, reproductive justice and health equity.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience organizing meetings and coordinating activities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and handling sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support for IMAT project activities.
• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take meeting notes.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and the Fund for Public Health NYC on payments.
• Assist with data entry and tracking systems for project implementation.
• Support recruitment, materials, and outreach for community action team formation.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Meeting coordination

MS Office proficiency

Confidentiality handling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) seeks a Project Assistant to support the Infant Mortality Action Team (IMAT) within the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. This grant-funded, part-time role is based in the DOHMH office in Long Island City and requires in-office presence during standard hours.

The position offers 9 am–5 pm, up to 2 days a week for about 36 weeks, with minimal travel in NYC.