Managing Director for Regional Programs

Sierra Health Foundation is a private philanthropy with a mission to invest in and serve as a catalyst for ideas, partnerships and programs that improve health and quality of life in Northern California. The foundation is committed to improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities in the region through convening, educating and strategic grant making.

Sierra Health Foundation has a broad definition of health, believing there is much more to health than health care. It is influenced by factors that include socioeconomic conditions, environment, education, income, and individual behavior choices. The foundation also believes in the need for health and racial equity and racial justice. Reducing health disparities is a key factor in striving toward better health for all and reflects the foundation’s dedication to ensuring that people throughout its funding region have the opportunity to lead healthy lives.

Sierra Health Foundation established The Center at Sierra Health Foundation to advance its commitment to strengthening community capacity to engage in policy development, planning, and implementation efforts that seek to address the health needs of California’s underserved populations. The Center works to promote health, racial equity, and racial justice in communities throughout California with local, state, and national partners. With strategy, creativity and ongoing collaboration, The Center strives to eradicate health inequities across the state.

Learn more at sierrahealth.org and shfcenter.org.

Sierra Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SUMMARY: The Managing Director of Regional Programs is responsible for overseeing the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund and other special projects such related to the Foundation and The Center's work in the Central Valley and other strategic geographic expansion. The Managing Director of Regional Programs - Central Valley will also develop and advance foundation program and grant making strategies through partnerships with nonprofit organizations, public sector institutions and other funders to improve health and well-being outcomes in the Central Valley region and beyond. This position is located in the Fresno office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Responsible for the overall management of the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund and other special projects such as the census related to the Foundation and The Center's work in the Central and Inland Valleys.
• Responsible for facilitating, managing and monitoring program implementation of the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund activities to ensure the goals, objectives and deliverables are fully and efficiently met.
• Supervise and lead the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund by assisting with recruitment of staff, establishing communication strategies among staff members, implementing professional development tools and training to maximize operational effectiveness and staff achievement, and conducting performance evaluations of staff.
• Oversee the budget for San Joaquin Valley Health Fund and other oversight projects. This includes preparing and submitting annual budgets for grant application, reviewing and analyzing monthly budget reports from Administration, and ensuring compliance with federal, state and county regulations and grant requirements.
• Remain current in issues and trends in health, philanthropy and specific program investment areas. This requires attending meetings and conferences, as well as reviewing articles and research.
• Review, assess and proactively cultivate grant making opportunities.
• Research and seek funding from outside sources to further the foundation’s mission and programs. Work with outside grant writers and foundation staff to prepare grant applications for additional funding.
• Lead fundraising for this program portfolio by identifying, cultivating and sustaining prospective and current funding partners.
• Build strategic alliances with key public officials, foundation stakeholders and community partners to advance the foundation’s goals and initiatives.
• Represent the foundation at public forums, committees, and other venues.
• Initiate and oversee specific projects for the foundation as assigned by the VP of Programs and Partnerships or other executive team members.
• Be an active member of the Senior Management and Programs teams by looking for opportunities to collaborate and share information.
• Conduct convenings, workshops, trainings, roundtable discussions and other meetings on a monthly basis related to the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund and other regional priorities.
• Actively engage in the community and region in order to advance the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund strategies through partnerships with nonprofit organizations, community groups and public sector institutions.
• Work with the Evaluation Director to develop and implement an evaluation plan for the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund.
• Work with the Communication Officers to develop and implement a communication strategy for the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund and other special projects such as the census related to the Foundation and The Center's work in the Central and Inland Valleys.
• Develop and present programmatic updates and other key information on the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund and other special projects such as the census related to the Foundation and The Center's work in the Central and Inland Valleys to the Executive Management Team and Board of Directors.
• Perform other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position supervises Program Officers and administrative staff within the programs serving the Central and Inland Valleys.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in public health or related field preferred with at least seven to ten years’ experience in health program planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
• 5 or more years of experience in a foundation or endowment in programs.
• Demonstrated success in staff development.
• Demonstrated leadership in Program Management.
• A strong desire to collaborate on a cross-functional basis to ensure achievement of our company goals and objectives.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a current valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Foundation’s insurance policy. Must have a reliable vehicle to perform various in-field tasks.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, presentation and group facilitation skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and contracts.
• Ability to effectively respond to common inquiries, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or Board of Directors.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Must be proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, database software, Laser Fiche and internet use.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have a demonstrated ability to initiate and promote public policy initiatives, and expertise in dealing with policymakers, advocates, and the media.
• Demonstrated competence in successfully managing complex and multifaceted projects, including budgetary responsibilities.
• Experience with philanthropic organizations, such as funders, grantees and/or boards of directors.
• Strong supervisory experience with multi-level reporting and leading high performing teams.
• Demonstrated competence in understanding policy, environmental, program and infrastructure roles in advancing or impeding community health.
• Experience in conducting health needs assessments, developing and implementing strategic plans and evaluations.
• Experience managing and participating in coalitions and partnerships.
• Experience and ability to establish and sustain relationships with diverse community groups
• Must have a strong appreciation for the importance of partnership strategies to affect public policy in order to improve health access, delivery, and outcomes in Northern California.
• Must be team-oriented and highly skilled in working collaboratively with co-workers and organizational partners (i.e. effectively applying active listening, diplomacy, and consensus-building skills).
• Must be able to travel frequently.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION