Assistant Director- Mobile Health Map

03-Oct-2024

Assistant Director- Mobile Health Map

Harvard Medical School

67057BR

Job Summary

The Assistant Director will play a critical role in expanding the impact and capacity of mobile health clinics across the U.S. by developing and executing programs that enhance mobile clinics’ ability to serve diverse communities. In close collaboration with the Executive Director and other staff, this person will lead Mobile Health Map including day-to-day operations and overall strategic development. This is a new role on a growing team that requires a relationship builder who can toggle easily between the big picture aims (i.e. strengthening the field of mobile healthcare, ensuring mobile clinics receive the support they need, etc.) and the practical hands-on work of delivering high quality tools and services (troubleshooting technology problems, managing staff and contractors, analyzing data, writing grant proposal and reports, presenting at conferences and webinars, etc.)

Position Description

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
 

Lead and Manage Mobile Health Map’s Programs and Services:

• Oversee daily operations of Mobile Health Map, including developing and delivering online resources and capacity-building services for mobile clinics.
• Manage large-scale projects including learning collaboratives, technology upgrades, research projects, and collaborative efforts with external organizations.
• Ensure the quality, usability, and security of data collected from mobile clinics. Work with staff and contractors to improve data collection and our online tools.
• Analyze data to identify and communicate trends in mobile healthcare.
• Contributes to the overall strategic direction in a growing, national organization.  Improves programs, department processes, policies and procedures ensuring an equity lens is applied in decision making 

Build and Nurture Strategic Relationships: 

• Actively cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including mobile clinics national public health organizations, researchers, funders, and policymakers.
• Lead outreach to potential partners and strengthen existing relationships by finding common ground, advancing shared goals, and creating meaningful collaborations.
• Engage with diverse mobile health audiences ensuring exceptional user experiences.
• Represent Mobile Health Map at high-profile meetings and conferences, presenting key findings and organizational accomplishments.
• Co-author articles, reports, toolkits, manuscripts, blog posts, curriculum, slide decks, conference abstracts, and other materials.

Manage and Collaborate with People:

• Supervise, mentor, and support the professional development of employees, students, and volunteers.
• Manage relationships with vendors and contractors such as web developers and data scientists. Develop and manage against detailed scopes of work, timelines, and other clearly documented expectations.
• Hold oneself and others accountable to completing projects on time and on budget.
• Collaborate with Communications Specialist to accomplish shared goals of engagement, user experience, and brand value.

Develop and Execute Program Strategy: 

• Work with the Executive Director to set the strategic vision and priorities for Mobile Health Map.
• Lead the development and execution of innovative strategies aimed at enhancing the performance and impact of mobile health clinics.
• Co-author articles, reports, toolkits, manuscripts, blog posts, curriculum, slide decks, conference abstracts, and other materials.
• Develop and nurture a deep understanding of the mobile healthcare landscape, (including The Family Van’s long history) from a variety of perspectives, including mobile clinic staff, administrators, funders, and policymakers. Apply this knowledge and analyze opportunities to better fulfill our mission locally and nationally. 

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. 
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in public health or related field and at least ten years of professional experience working with public health or healthcare organizations preferred. 
• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of health equity. 
• Expertise in health program planning, evaluation, and quantitative data analysis. 
• Proven track record in relationship management, including building and nurturing partnerships to achieve shared objectives.
• Exceptional manager of people, adept at building rapport, providing clear and consistent feedback, and effectively managing conflict and performance issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills, capable of adjusting messaging for diverse platforms and stakeholders. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively use new software (e.g., WordPress, Zoom, Salesforce, Constant Contact, Slack).
• Experience with one or more statistical software packages such a R or SPSS.

Additional Information

This is a term appointment, with an end date of December 31, 2025, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

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• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Boston

Job Code

405012 Admin Professional (N)

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-Unit

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Salary Grade

057

Department

Family Van

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Full-time

Appointment End Date

31-Dec-2025

Pre-Employment Screening

Credit, Criminal, Education

Schedule

35 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values   
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EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.