Regional Lead, Overdose Prevention & Policy Strategy

Vital Strategies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Strategies is seeking a Regional Deputy Director for the Overdose Prevention Program. The role leads strategy and implementation for a portfolio of states, leveraging public health expertise and government relations to reduce overdose deaths. It requires experience with state government, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.

The position is full-time, preferably based in the New York City metro area, with consideration for other U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, policy, or related field.
• Proven experience in harm reduction and overdose prevention.
• Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional strategy and program implementation for assigned portfolio.
• Manage budgets, track progress with metrics, and ensure alignment with work plans.
• Represent the program to government partners and stakeholders, and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Racial equity commitment

Public health

Harm reduction

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health

Tools

MS Office

Data visualization tools

Job description

Vital Strategies is seeking a Regional Deputy Director for the Overdose Prevention Program. The role leads strategy and implementation for a portfolio of states, leveraging public health expertise and government relations to reduce overdose deaths. It requires experience with state government, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.

The position is full-time, preferably based in the New York City metro area, with consideration for other U.S. locations.