Program Coordinator

CDC Foundation•Texas, TX

20d•$70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The CDC Foundation is working with CDC and state and local authorities to provide surge staff to support surveillance, prevention and response activities within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) program. The CDC Foundation seeks candidates for a Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the associated program. The Program Coordinator will assist with meeting all requirements of the program and increasing access to and participation in the program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public health, the social sciences, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years’ related work experience
Demonstrated knowledge in overdose prevention, substance use disorder treatment, community-based overdose prevention, recovery, and/or drug policy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization and project management skills, managing multiple projects simultaneously with competing timelines
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams
Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams
Displays strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated engagement in networking and strategic partnerships
Ability to work effectively with diverse partners and stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and Zoom

Responsibilities

Schedule program-related work, oversee daily operations, coordinate program activities and set program priorities
Complete all documentation required by funder(s)
Ensure compliance with program regulations
Assist with stakeholder management, marketing initiatives, and data collection and improvement efforts.
Build sustainability of program(s)
Provide technical assistance and training to stakeholders interested in developing Overdose Fatality Review (OFR), spike alert programming, naloxone leave behind programs, and developing Public Health and Safety (PHAST) Toolkits
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Overdose Response Strategy (ORS) teams in Texas.
Identify areas for collaboration and expansion on programming with the ORS teams.
Gather and disseminate information on program-related research and training opportunities
Develop specialized knowledge of community-based overdose prevention, surveillance and response
Develop and implement program monitoring and reporting tools
Work independently and within teams, including developing self-directed projects and communicating those project timelines, plans, and outcomes with leadership and relevant stakeholders.
Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and Zoom