Program Director (acwih)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Strategic plan implementation
Programmatic team alignment
Statewide initiative implementation
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Program Director for the Arkansas Center for Women and Infant Health (ACWIH) to lead and implement initiatives aimed at improving maternal and infant health outcomes. The ideal candidate will have significant project management experience along with strong leadership and relationship-management skills. **

Job Summary

  • The Program Director will lead the successful implementation of ACWIH initiatives across Arkansas, advancing strategic objectives and building strong partnerships.
  • Key responsibilities include translating the strategic plan into actionable work plans, supervising staff, managing contracts, overseeing billing compliance, and supporting governance structures.
  • This role offers an opportunity to innovate, lead, and improve lives through cutting-edge evaluation and research in maternal and infant health.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Program Director for the Arkansas Center for Women and Infant Health (ACWIH) to lead and implement initiatives aimed at improving maternal and infant health outcomes. The ideal candidate will have significant project management experience along with strong leadership and relationship-management skills. **

Salary

commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strategic plan implementation
  • programmatic team alignment
  • statewide initiative implementation
  • staff and project lead supervision
  • contract management with partners
  • billing compliance oversight
  • budget and expenditure monitoring
  • governing board staff leadership

Nice-to-have

  • passion for maternal health
  • innovative program development
  • cutting-edge evaluation and research
  • dynamic setting adaptability
  • creating lasting change

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, health, or scientific field
  • Six (6) years of project management experience
  • One (1) year of supervisory experience
  • Reside in or willing to relocate to Greater Little Rock, AR, or Greater Northwest, AR regions

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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