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TITLE: Associate Director of Program Services P/T
REPORTS TO: State Director
LOCATION: Sioux Falls, SD
REASON FOR OPENING: Replacement
POSITION PURPOSE:
To administer and oversee all March of Dimes program services and public affairs activities in South Dakota, including: planning, implementing and evaluating activities in public and professional health education; grants, community service, staff management, interaction with the state legislature and volunteer development.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the perinatal health program planning, implementation and evaluation process and allocate program resources to address priority needs.
Establish a strong volunteer base for program and public affairs activities
Cultivate relationships with perinatal health agencies in South Dakota
Develop and maintain a statewide grants process that fits the strategic direction of the chapter and is evaluated on an ongoing basis.
Supervise staff working on the NICU Family Support project.
Develop strong professional education programs that increase March of Dimes visibility and credibility in the health professional community.
Ensure that community programs target greatest needs and measure outcomes.
Oversee the implementation of the national Prematurity Prevention Campaign.
Work with chapter staff to ensure integration of programs with fundraising and communication activities.
Oversee dissemination of information and education of staff and volunteers in the areas of mission, programs and public affairs.
Ensure that the South Dakota Chapter continues to meet/exceed Program, Public Affairs and NICU Family Support Standards for Success.
Secure funding as needed to ensure delivery of effective chapter programs, including NICU Family Support.
Plan and implement (with Chapter volunteers) program and public affairs plans annually, including coordinating activities and events.
Travel as needed to attend National, Regional and other meetings to fulfill job responsibilities and obtain training.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Master's degree in public health, public administration, social work or equivalent education and experience.
Knowledge of public health systems and health promotion in South Dakota
Knowledge and Experience in maternal and child health preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate staff and volunteers.
Strategic planning, oral and written communications skills, analysis plus problem solving skills a must.
Knowledge in program planning, evaluation, and grant writing.
Experience in public affairs a plus.
John Ladd, MNO March of Dimes West Region 1000 N. West Avenue, Suite 230 Sioux Falls, SD 57104 FAX# 605-334-1397 Email: jladd@marchofdimes.com
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