Partnerships Coordinator - Appalachian and Rural Center for Health
About The Position
Under the direction of the Appalachian and Rural Center for Health (ARCH) Regional Partnerships Supervisor, the Partnerships Coordinator will act as trusted coordinator between local communities and the university’s colleges, medical center, research, and extension systems. This role is modeled after the OSU Extension tradition and informed by national best practices in health extension. The Partnerships Coordinator serves as a bridge between the Appalachian and Rural Center for Health (ARCH) at The Ohio State University and local communities to advance community-centered health initiatives. This role emphasizes co-creation and partnership-building, connecting OSU’s academic and clinical resources with community needs while fostering trust between Ohio State and local partners. Responsibilities include integrating into the community, facilitating collaboration, maintaining open and transparent communication, and staying attuned to evolving local needs. Each agent’s role is shaped by the community they serve, requiring adaptability, inclusivity, and a commitment to meaningful, action-oriented work. Agents act as catalysts for health promotion, workforce development, and clinical transformation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- 4 years of relevant experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable.
- 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Experience with health care delivery, program development and management, or community engagement preferred.
- Experience working in or with rural or Appalachian communities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Act as trusted coordinator between local communities and the university’s colleges, medical center, research, and extension systems.
- Serve as a bridge between the Appalachian and Rural Center for Health (ARCH) at The Ohio State University and local communities to advance community-centered health initiatives.
- Emphasize co-creation and partnership-building, connecting OSU’s academic and clinical resources with community needs.
- Foster trust between Ohio State and local partners.
- Integrate into the community.
- Facilitate collaboration.
- Maintain open and transparent communication.
- Stay attuned to evolving local needs.
- Act as catalysts for health promotion, workforce development, and clinical transformation.
Benefits
- The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
