American Heart Association
Equity Strategies and Partnerships Manager, VFHK
American Heart Association, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
OverviewAs we celebrate our Centennial year, we invite you to join us in shaping the next century of impact. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an
Equity Strategy and Partnerships Manager
on our
National Advocacy team (remote/home based is acceptable) .
The
Equity Strategy and Partnerships Manager
will be focused on ensuring that those populations most impacted by obesity are well represented in the strategic planning and campaign development and implementation efforts of the Voices for Healthy Kids initiative. This position will collaborate with team members, under the direction of the
Equity Strategy and Partnerships Sr. Manager , to support focusing direct resources into tailored policy efforts in high-disparity and low socioeconomic status communities and populations.
Responsibilities
Cultivate relationships with national health equity and social justice organizations, other philanthropic organizations, public health coalitions, and others working with high-disparity and low socioeconomic status communities and populations disproportionately impacted by childhood obesity in order to help advance Voices for Healthy Kids priorities.
Supports and informs Voices for Healthy Kids technical assistance and training for state and local public policy grantees. Assesses strategic needs of public policy grantees and mobilizes the assets of national health equity and social justice partners as appropriate.
Attends and participates in all relevant American Heart Association, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), and other external meetings throughout the year, including volunteer advocacy meetings, as appropriate.
Oversees implementation and advises on ongoing revision and evaluation of the health equity strategic approach for the Voices for Healthy Kids initiative.
Works within an integrated and dynamic partnerships team and overall Voices initiative.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree.
3 years of relevant experience.
Experience in:
Community Advocacy; Project Management; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB); Healthcare Knowledge; Business Development; Campaign Management; Collaboration; Customer Relationship Management; Effective Communication; Initiative; Innovation; Networking; Promotion; Event Management; Meeting Management; Relationship Building; Self-Motivation.
Compensation & BenefitsThe American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit
Rewards & Benefits
to see more details.
Compensation:
Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
Performance and Recognition:
You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position.
Benefits:
We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.
Professional Development:
You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.
Work-Life Harmonization:
The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level.
Tuition Assistance:
We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
Additional InformationThe American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
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The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an
Equity Strategy and Partnerships Manager
on our
National Advocacy team (remote/home based is acceptable) .
The
Equity Strategy and Partnerships Manager
will be focused on ensuring that those populations most impacted by obesity are well represented in the strategic planning and campaign development and implementation efforts of the Voices for Healthy Kids initiative. This position will collaborate with team members, under the direction of the
Equity Strategy and Partnerships Sr. Manager , to support focusing direct resources into tailored policy efforts in high-disparity and low socioeconomic status communities and populations.
Responsibilities
Cultivate relationships with national health equity and social justice organizations, other philanthropic organizations, public health coalitions, and others working with high-disparity and low socioeconomic status communities and populations disproportionately impacted by childhood obesity in order to help advance Voices for Healthy Kids priorities.
Supports and informs Voices for Healthy Kids technical assistance and training for state and local public policy grantees. Assesses strategic needs of public policy grantees and mobilizes the assets of national health equity and social justice partners as appropriate.
Attends and participates in all relevant American Heart Association, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), and other external meetings throughout the year, including volunteer advocacy meetings, as appropriate.
Oversees implementation and advises on ongoing revision and evaluation of the health equity strategic approach for the Voices for Healthy Kids initiative.
Works within an integrated and dynamic partnerships team and overall Voices initiative.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree.
3 years of relevant experience.
Experience in:
Community Advocacy; Project Management; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB); Healthcare Knowledge; Business Development; Campaign Management; Collaboration; Customer Relationship Management; Effective Communication; Initiative; Innovation; Networking; Promotion; Event Management; Meeting Management; Relationship Building; Self-Motivation.
Compensation & BenefitsThe American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit
Rewards & Benefits
to see more details.
Compensation:
Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
Performance and Recognition:
You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position.
Benefits:
We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.
Professional Development:
You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.
Work-Life Harmonization:
The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level.
Tuition Assistance:
We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
Additional InformationThe American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
#J-18808-Ljbffr