Advocate Aurora Health · 3 months ago
Program Director I, Comprehensive Cancer Center Office of Community Outreach and Engagement
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate to serve as the Assistant Director of Community Outreach and Cancer Screening. This role supports the Center’s mission to deliver comprehensive cancer care and improve health outcomes through community-centered engagement initiatives, leading outreach and screening programs while fostering collaborative relationships with various stakeholders.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and coordination for the daily operations of outreach, screening, and research programs
Continuously evaluate systems and workflows to identify opportunities for innovation and increased efficiency
Strategically develop and implement best practices to enhance community outreach outcomes, ensuring timely and culturally responsive engagement
Design and apply evaluation frameworks to monitor program performance, assess community impact, and guide continuous quality improvement
Establish program goals that align with the Center’s strategic objectives, mission, and values, with a focus on advancing cancer prevention, screening, early detection, and access to care through community outreach and research initiatives
Collaborate with leadership on budget planning and resource allocation; monitor expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility
Supervise and support assigned staff, fostering professional development and ensuring high performance
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and institutional policies across all program activities
Prepare and deliver detailed reports and presentations to senior leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and strategic recommendations
Develop and implement effective communication strategies to ensure seamless information flow across departments, partners, and community stakeholders
Represent the program in internal and external meetings, committees, and community forums to promote collaboration and visibility
Conduct or facilitate individual and group presentations to educate, inform, and engage broad audiences
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Over five years of relevant professional experience
Proven track record in community engagement, project management, and administrative functions
Supervisory experience
Deep knowledge and understanding of the functional area
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Strong project and process management capabilities
Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills
Passion for mentorship and team development
Advanced understanding of data analysis, data management systems, regulatory compliance, reporting standards, and budgeting practices
Proven ability to collect, manage, interpret, and report data
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent interpersonal skills
Preferred
Master's degree or higher in nursing, health administration, business administration, or a closely related field
Certified project management professional
Benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Company
Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health is a Healthcare
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.17MKey Investors
National Cancer Institute
2022-12-02Acquired
2019-08-20Grant· $10.17M
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