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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123


Posting Details

Posting Summary

Functional Position TitleCOMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

Position Number00058626

Appointment TypeRegular

Location-CityNew Orleans

School/DivisionSCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

DepartmentLA Cancer Prev and Control Pgm

Position Summary

The aims of the COE Office are to: characterize, monitor, and disseminate catchment area cancer burden, disparities, opportunities for improvement, and impact over time; conduct evidence-based education, outreach, and cancer interventions in alignment with community identified needs and priorities, and engage with academic research and practice programs to facilitate research that is responsive to our catchment's cancer-related needs and community-driven priorities.

Incumbent, under supervision from the Cancer Center Associate Director of Community Outreach and Engagement, will assist with oversight of operations. This includes oversight of grants and contracts, lead/participate in grant applications, and developing and maintaining collaborations within LSUHSC and across the state. Incumbent will assist the Director in all program components services, tracking and follow-up, quality assurance, partnerships and coalitions, professional education, and evaluation.

The incumbent will oversee hiring and supervising office program staff. Oversee operations including: data collection, processing, and management; supervise day-to-day work of staff and maintain general oversight of contracts and subcontracts. Respond to request from LSUHSC offices including the School of Public Health administration, Cancer Center, Human Resources, Finance, etc. The incumbent will lead planning for professional development of internal staff and external partner agency staff.

Additional Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

Required EducationMaster's

If Other Required Education, please specify

Discipline(s)public health, health administration, social work, or related field

Certifications/Licenses Required

Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job5

Indicate the type of experience required to do the jobHealth care related, community engagement, or related

Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

If Other Preferred Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Certifications/Licenses Preferred

Indicate the preferred experience to perform the jobCancer experience preferred

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberU01370P

Number of Vacancies1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date

Open Until FilledYes

Application Review Date to Begin

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the School/Department

LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center has as its mission to reduce the cancer burden through a culture founded in excellence in research, clinical care, education, and active partnership that provides high-impact discoveries and increased access to cutting edge medical care for everyone throughout Louisiana and beyond. Our vision is to be the cancer center leading the way nationally in combating cancer in rural and urban areas with high disparities and complex social determinants.

Central to the cancer center effort is the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) at the LSU Health New Orleans School of Public Health, which works to address the cancer-related needs of local communities. This work includes programs in prevention, screening, education, navigation, and community outreach. We help communities build capacity to address the cancer burden locally, increase understanding of cancer research, and assist researchers in engaging community in order that community can play an integral part in the development, implementation, and dissemination of research that will ultimately benefit Louisiana.