The Partnership for Better Health is seeking a Director of Health Equity to lead the development of a portfolio of grants and community initiatives focused on health equity, to improve the health of the people and communities in our region of South Central Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Health Equity will advance the foundation's grantmaking and community engagement activities by developing strategic priorities to address health disparities and advance equity. Collaborating with staff team members, volunteers, local residents and stakeholders, the director will serve as a change agent, thought leader, champion, influencer and trusted expert on health equity and inclusion.

This is a full-time leadership position, at 40 hours a week. Strong candidates with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Partnership for Better Health offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive salary, vacation, employee wellness, medical, dental and life insurances, and retirement benefits. This is a local/on-site leadership opportunity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Grants and Initiatives Management: Engages with grants staff and Community Investment Committee towards establishing a portfolio of grantmaking that addresses health equity by addressing systemic and institutional barriers to health. Informs the foundation's overarching health equity goals and objectives. Serves as a trusted community leader for health equity, diversity and inclusion.

1. Monitors national, state and local health trends and outcomes. Analyzes and reports on health equity grants and program effectiveness.
2. Identifies and applies best practices and research in the fields of public health and nonprofit management to advance the foundation's mission.
3. Guides the development of special foundation initiatives and grants focused on health equity. Makes recommendations for new strategies in response to community needs.
4. Prepares and presents proposal summaries, reports and funding recommendations for review by committee volunteers and board members.
5. Monitors budget lines to ensure appropriate use of funds.
6. Learns and maintains strong working knowledge of grants management software (e.g., Foundant).

2. Community Building & Engagement: Works with volunteers, grantees, community partners and local residents to strengthen community engagement around health equity issues, policies and best practices. The director is an innovative, articulate and compassionate thought leader in considering pathways to redistribute resources in ways that advance health equity.

1. Mobilizes strategies that effectively engage historically marginalized communities through the sharing of power and decision making with people with lived experience, towards shaping a more equitable future.
2. Promotes and implements practical strategies that give community residents a meaningful voice in deciding how the foundation's resources are best applied for their benefit.
3. Coordinates and convenes committee meetings, coalitions, site visits and community events. Provides technical support to local nonprofits, related to health equity goals.
4. Promotes inclusive and equitable volunteer recruitment strategies.

3. Foundation Strategy & Learning: Directly informs the foundation's strategic planning efforts and strategic goals through data collection and leadership in staff, community, and board planning activities. Actively promotes and informs a cycle of continuous improvement and a culture of learning among colleagues, volunteers, stakeholders and grantees, related to health equity and systems change. Cultivates new strategies to systemically address the root causes of poor health (economic, social and environmental). Contributes to a collegial, healthy and productive workplace.

4. Communications & Fund Development: Serves as a foundation spokesperson and health expert on external committees, coalitions and task forces. Collaborates with colleagues by contributing to special events and trainings, and by preparing written communications, social media promotions and other marketing products. Identifies and advocates for more effective public policies. Develops high quality written content on health equity issues. Supports periodic fundraising initiatives of the foundation.

OUR COMMUNITY

The Partnership for Better Health is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. As a college town known for its rich cultural heritage, great restaurants and vibrant business community, Carlisle won the 2016 national competition to be named Strongest Town in America. Carlisle Borough Council has a Truth & Reconciliation Commission to address systemic racism and organizations are collaborating to improve racial and health equity (e.g., YWCA, Moving Circles, Hope Station, Victory Circle and Carlisle Responders Network). Located just minutes from the Appalachian Trail, regional parks, lakes and forest lands, our surrounding region has much to offer. Carlisle is 25 minutes from Harrisburg, two hours from Washington, Baltimore and Philadelphia, and three hours from New York City and Pittsburgh. As the fastest growing county in Pennsylvania, Cumberland County enjoys a healthy economic climate.

Essential Education and Experience

• Graduate degree in field related to health or human services, cultural studies, public administration, nonprofit management or related field preferred.
• Ten years of leadership experience in the field of public health or human services with a government agency, health system or nonprofit organization.
• At least three years of experience managing volunteers and building cohesive teams, partnerships and alliances.
• Demonstrated project development, grant writing and strategic planning experience.
• Experience with community mobilizing required. Policy advocacy experience a plus.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the essential education and experience listed above.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of health equity trends, health disparities, racial justice issues and social determinants of health.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, facilitate and manage change through transformational leadership, strategy and relationship cultivation. Advanced capacity to define problems, analyze solutions, pursue opportunities and cultivate buy-in.
• Collegial and consensus building approach to envisioning and navigating community and organizational change. Ability to foster personal relationships with people of all backgrounds.
• Skilled in offering expert assistance to small community organizations.
• Self-starter with the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in diverse teams and community environments, with an emphasis on adaptability and inclusivity.
• Effective in monitoring and applying evidence-based research and best practices in public health to achieve health equity goals. Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, to serve as a compelling leader, facilitator and representative for diverse communities.
• Knowledge of grantmaking process, including the business acumen to analyze the operational and financial capacity of organizations.
• Excellent project management skills. Ability to multi-task, assess priorities and work efficiently under deadlines. Proactive initiative and sound judgement to bring new work to life.
• High levels of diplomacy, candor, sound judgment, compassion, discretion and friendly decorum when interacting with community volunteers, colleagues, consultants, local residents and others.
• High standards of professionalism, commitment to excellence and accountability in all aspects of the foundation's work in the community.
• Ability to contribute to an inclusive, positive and respectful workplace. Goodwill to periodically assist with unexpected assignments to further the goals of the organization.
• Experience working with nonprofit boards and committees a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), social media and database systems.
• Ability to occasionally lift 20 pounds to move records in the office and carry supplies for events.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel locally and regionally. The position is in-person.