Salus Populi Program Director

Northeastern University•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Health Policy and Law (CHPL) is seeking a Program Director to oversee projects and deliverables within the Salus Populi (SP) portfolio. This position operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring some in-person days on the Boston campus. The Program Director will have overall responsibility for the daily functioning of the SP program and work with other members of the SP Leadership team on all aspects of program development and implementation. The Program Director will be responsible for creating and implementing curriculum, organizing events, supervising program staff, and fostering collaboration partnerships. The Program Director will manage the budget and support the development of grant proposals, facilitate meetings, organize events, present at conferences, work with external partners, supervise staff, supervise law students and be adept at project management. The Program Director will serve the mission of SP by helping to train judges, lawyers and other court personnel on the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). We are looking for an attorney who wants to be part of a team that has a passion for health equity, public health policy and law. Continuation of the appointment beyond 11/1/27 is anticipated but remains contingent upon funding availability.

Requirements

JD or equivalent degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience (e.g. higher education, public health, nonprofit, legal practice, government).
Extensive knowledge of public health law and health policy.
Demonstrated commitment to health equity and belonging and the ability to work with a diverse group of students, staff, and faculty.
Strong attention to detail and proven ability to successfully plan, execute, and monitor complex projects with multiple stakeholders and deliverables.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, this includes the ability to facilitate meetings, conduct presentations and draft reports and legal arguments.
Must be self-directed, able to make independent decisions.

Nice To Haves

A MPH or equivalent degree
1-2 years of grant writing and administration experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement program plan to advance the goals of current programs and initiatives
Shape and execute the strategic direction of current goals and initiatives, including fundraising efforts, with an emphasis on strategic partnerships and collaborations.
Serve as a mentor and supervisor for staff, student interns and research assistants, fostering their growth and development within the organization
Coordinate communications for the project
Serve as a member of the Salus Populi leadership team
Supervise the legal research and drafting activities and deliverables for the project in collaboration with the project’s Principal Investigator
Draft and edit curricula and program materials
Research and draft academic papers and other deliverables
Draft other communications related to the project
Supervise and guide legal and undergraduate research assistants
Serve as a course instructor for most of the Salus Populi judicial and legal education program sessions.
Inform project development
Assist with any future grant and funding proposals
Meet with finance team at NUSL to monitor and track the budget
In collaboration with CHPL, identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration and/or funding.
Oversee grant reporting
Oversee partners and collaborators, acting as the primary point of contact and liaison with SP
Strategically shape and direct content creation for the SP website and maintain a presence across social media platforms.
Oversight of relevant listservs, ensuring communications and outreach for SP