Partnerships Coordinator - Appalachian and Rural Center for Health
About The Position
The Partnerships Coordinator serves as a trusted bridge between the Appalachian and Rural Center for Health (ARCH) at The Ohio State University and communities in Gallia County, Ohio. Under the direction of the Regional Partnerships Supervisor, the role connects university colleges, medical center, research, and extension resources with local community needs. It is modeled on the OSU Extension tradition and informed by national best practices in health extension. The position advances community-centered health initiatives through co-creation, partnership-building, community involvement, and transparent communication. The Coordinator helps foster trust between Ohio State and local partners and serves as a catalyst for health promotion, workforce development, and clinical transformation. The work requires adaptability, inclusivity, and attention to evolving local needs; the specific role is shaped by the community served.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- At least 4 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to build partnerships and collaborate with community organizations and healthcare providers.
- Ability to communicate with community partners and provide written and verbal reports.
Nice To Haves
- An advanced degree in a relevant field may be desirable.
- 4–8 years of relevant experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Build and sustain trusted relationships with local healthcare providers, public health agencies, and community organizations.
- Represent ARCH’s mission and Ohio State’s land grant mission in local conversations.
- Participate in local health and healthcare coalitions, meetings, and other community gatherings.
- Participate in county, multi-county, and state teams advancing ARCH and Ohio State’s mission, vision, and values.
- Meet with local healthcare providers and health-related organizations to build relationships and understand local needs and opportunities.
- Connect community needs with Ohio State’s clinical, research, and educational resources.
- Facilitate community input into ARCH programming and ensure local relevance and cultural alignment.
- Provide written and verbal reports to ARCH leadership.
- Attend in-person meetings in the community and at Ohio State University.
- Support the co-creation and implementation of clinical and public health programs tailored to local needs.
- Collaborate with OSU Extension Educators to promote local collaboration among Ohio State representatives.
- Promote evidence-based practices and community-driven solutions.
- Help develop local healthcare career pipelines through outreach, mentorship, and partnerships with educational institutions.
- Support the scaling of retention strategies for rural healthcare professionals.
- Promote participation in community-based research and quality improvement initiatives.
- Help translate research findings into actionable community health strategies.
- Share community perspectives with ARCH leadership for university use in state and regional health policy discussions.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Administrator and administrative reporting and duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
