Position Description
The Policy and Prevention Program Coordinator has an emphasis on project and program management related to development and implementation of policies focused on reducing substance abuse and violence through community-based approaches. In addition, the Coordinator will assist, oversee, and engage in the implementation of other projects, programs, and initiatives as assigned by the program manager.
Essential Functions
- Maintain the implementation of work plans/project outcomes according to grant and agency commitments.
- Maintain timelines and coordination of work as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluate progress of work plans and make recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare reports as necessary to document progress for stakeholders, board and funders.
- Support youth in the implementation of advocacy programs in support of grant requirements.
- Lead the coordination and implementation of other assigned projects by fostering partnerships between agencies and supporting long-term collaboration.
- Participate in committees related to assigned work including MBCC, FCC, PIC.
- Support Program Manager with strategic priorities, participation in meetings and presentations.
- Attend and have an active role in meetings, workshops and programs sponsored by grant funders.
- Support Program manager in the coordination of intern projects and evaluation.
- Support Reach Out in community engagement efforts.
- Foster partnerships with stakeholders.
- Work effectively with all agencies related to Reach Out.
- Communicate all activities related to projects/programs with Program Manager.
- Ability to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
Other requirements
- Expectations for administrative type tasks such as letter writing, email correspondence, timekeeping, etc.
- Provide guidance and support to peers for improved performance outcomes.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Supervisory Requirements
The position reports directly to the Program Manager, Community Health and Policy Department and has no supervisory function.
Education and Experience
- Required: a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health or Public Policy related field, or two years’ experience in Public Health or four years directly related experience.
Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in community outreach, or a minimum of four years in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.
Licenses and Certifications
- Valid California Driver’s License and current Automobile Insurance is required
- Vaccination is required by the first day of work and Reach Out will consider accommodations for disability- and religious-based reasons.
Additional Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the following general knowledge
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Knowledgeable in social media tools
- Knowledgeable with data entry systems
- Knowledge about work plan development and implementation
