Program Manager, Rural Health Transformation Progam
About The Position
The Universities of Wisconsin Office of Academic Affairs seeks a Program Manager to administer the implementation of the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program. This position will provide systemwide coordination of planning, funding distribution, and project execution related to one-time investments designed to expand rural health workforce training capacity across Wisconsin. The Program Manager will oversee the development, coordination, and administration of grant-funding activities, including managing proposal processes, monitoring project implementation, and tracking program expenditures. The position will ensure compliance with funding requirements, reporting obligations, and established timelines, and will serve as a primary liaison to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and internal UW stakeholders to support effective program execution and stewardship of grant resources. This role requires strong project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder coordination skills to advance strategic investments in clinical training, simulation labs, curriculum development, accreditation, and rural health partnerships.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, health administration, education, business, or related field
- Experience administering budgets or grant-funded programs
- Experience in higher education, healthcare, or workforce development initiatives
- Familiarity with grant compliance and financial reporting
- Demonstrated experience leading and contributing to multi-stakeholder projects involving internal teams and external partners
- Strong organizational and administration skills, and experience with data systems, process documentation, and project management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in a related field
- Experience working with public agencies or intergovernmental programs
- Knowledge of rural health workforce challenges
Responsibilities
- Manage systemwide implementation of the Rural Health Transformation Program in alignment with funding requirements and strategic objectives
- Develop timelines, processes, and documentation to guide program execution in collaboration with Office of Academic Affairs staff
- Coordinate internal UW governance and reporting structures related to program activities
- Identify project needs, contributes to development of strategic and operational solutions, allocates resources, and implements new or revised operational policies and procedures
- Coordinate and administer competitive funding processes, including development of solicitation materials and management of proposal submissions
- Facilitate review and evaluation processes and support funding recommendation development
- Work with UW-Madison’s Office of Research and Sponsored Programs to coordinate allocation, distribution, and tracking of program funds
- Coordinate financial transactions and documentation among stakeholders including DHS and UWs
- Monitor project budgets, deliverables, timelines, and compliance with funding requirements
- Serve as a primary point of contact with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and partner organizations.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with university leaders, program administrators, and cross-functional partners
- Support alignment of grant-funded activities with established strategic goals and rural workforce development priorities
- Track program outcomes and implementation progress
- Ensure documentation supports accountability and audit readiness
- Prepare and submit required financial, performance, and progress reports for leadership and external agencies
- Facilitate systemwide communication regarding program expectations and opportunities
- Support campuses in understanding funding guidelines and implementation requirements
- Promote best practices and cross-campus collaboration
Benefits
- The Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package.
- To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide (FA/AS/LI) or Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide (US).
- Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
