*NACCHE Program Manager at University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Job Description:

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 72 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options.

At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you! The NACCHE Program Manager will assist the Director and Senior Program Manager of the Native American Center for Cancer Health Equity (NACCHE) to oversee and coordinate the planning, execution and evaluation of various outreach, research, educational, policy and clinical service initiatives within the Cancer Center.

Duties:

• Responsible for daily program management throughout the program lifecycle. 


• Aligns deliverables to the program outcome. 


• Assist the Director and Senior Program Manager in implementing and designing multiple pillars of NACCHE.


• Facilitates research with tribal communities and affiliated organizations, educational initiatives to promote the advancement of indigenous students into research or health care professions, collaborating with tribal or affiliated entities to develop policies that address the marked cancer health disparities faced by Native American people in Oklahoma, and interfacing with clinical entities to facilitate improvement in cancer prevention or care delivery. 


• Addresses cancer related concerns with multiple tribal or related entities, including but not limited to research, educational initiatives, cancer policy and care delivery.


• Meets with stakeholders to discuss program status and goals.


• Assists with program budget and develops proposals, negotiates and administers grants and contracts. Will coordinate with financial staff to ensure stewardship of grants and contracts, as well as, NACCHE personnel. 


• Assesses program effectiveness and identifies areas of improvement.


• Manages program documentation, data collection, and reporting.


• Assists in evaluation and systematic reporting of progress in the diverse pillars of NACCHE and outreach efforts to ensure NACCHE goals are being addressed. 


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree, AND:

• 48 months of program development, program management or related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months experience in lieu of BS Degree for a total of 96 months of related experience.

Skills:

• Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty and staff


• Proficient in Microsoft Office


• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines


• Able to read and interpret policy as well as State and Federal regulations


• Able to effectively evaluate project programs and produce comprehensive reports


• Able to supervise staff and communicate directions and expectations effectively 


• Strong initiative to solve problems


• Able to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives

Working Conditions:

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  Physical: Engage in repetitive motion.


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  Environmental: Standard Office Environment. Frequents exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods. May be required to travel. May require contact with other departments and university officials.

Department Preferences: Experience working with tribal nations or entities is essential to this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:  The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma, fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

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