Program Director - 9 Month Hybrid Contract - Raleigh, NC

Job Overview

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Director with a robust background in public health to spearhead a comprehensive IT modernization and transformation initiative for the Division of Public Health (DPH). This pivotal role requires adept management of multiple stakeholders, including project teams, divisions, departments, and vendors to formulate and implement a strategic roadmap that aligns with the organization’s objectives. The selected candidate will engage with all levels of staff within DHHS, including senior executives, to refine project scope, support strategic development, and ensure the successful delivery of modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with program and project sponsors to identify and prioritize initiatives at the division level.
• Establish and execute a governance framework for the DPH data modernization program.
• Partner with business and IT leaders to develop and prioritize efforts, creating a modernization roadmap for DPH.
• Identify data needs and oversee activities required for the creation of necessary dashboard visualizations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to formulate plans for delivering business intelligence solutions, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Develop business cases and cost-benefit analyses for prioritized initiatives within the program.
• Secure various DHHS and state approvals for project initiation within the program.
• Contribute to the creation of Statements of Work (SOW) and Requests for Proposal (RFP) in conjunction with business and agency teams.
• Manage multiple vendor engagements and establish key requirements for cross-functional teams.
• Work alongside other program managers to identify risks and opportunities across various projects.
• Oversee budget and funding channels to maximize productivity.
• Track, maintain, and present program details, progress, and risks to senior and executive management.
• Collaborate with Project Portfolio Managers and Project Managers to maintain program-level data across multiple initiatives and communicate effectively.
• Manage resource allocations and expectations for the program.
• Partner with the State DIT to ensure compliance with the State IT Roadmap and security requirements.
  
  

Required Skills

• Proven ability to develop and advocate for a strategic vision in data and data management.
• Extensive experience in program management, particularly with complex technology initiatives.
• Familiarity with modern data architecture, including data lakes, data warehouses, and relational databases.
• Demonstrated capability to thrive in a technically diverse environment with various products and services.
• Experience with both on-site and cloud-based database solutions.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects with varying timelines and priorities.
• Ability to identify and implement corrective actions for system and service quality improvements.
• Knowledge or experience in Agile methodologies is advantageous.
  
  

Qualifications

• Comprehensive program management experience.
• Strong leadership experience in managing technology projects.
• Public health expertise is beneficial.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of stakeholders.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

This role presents numerous opportunities for professional development, allowing the successful candidate to enhance their leadership and project management skills while engaging with high-level executives and diverse stakeholders in a transformative setting.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive W-2 rate of up to $70/hour for the duration of the 9-month contract.
• Opportunities to contribute to large-scale projects that significantly impact public health.
  
  

Employment Type: Contractor