Job Type
Full-time
Description
Why is this a great job? (From the hiring manager)
This job is a combination of project management and leading teams through transformational community engagement that approached the work via a continuum of outreach , consultation , community involvement , collaboration, and shared leadership. It combines LPHI's mission for supporting others in health, while strengthening the capacity of organizations to provide strong public health leavers.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Title : TFL Coordinator, Health Equity
Salary : $47,000-53,000
Work Schedule : 40-hour work week
- LPHI offers traditional (M-F, 8 am-5 pm), flexible (for example, M-F 10 am-7pm), and compressed work schedules (for example, M-Th 8 am-7 pm). Schedule details finalized between employee and manager.
Location : This job is hybrid position with occasional (about 20%) travel required
LPHI maintains an office in New Orleans, for if the employee prefers to be hybrid or full-time in-office; Monthly attendance at in-person all staff meetings are required.Employees must reside in Louisiana during the time of employment.Team : Community Engagement / TFL
Report To : Senior Program Manager, TFL Health Promotions
Supervises : none
Primary Relationships : CEP / TFL Health Promotions Team, TFL Statewide Coordination Team (Regional Managers), LPHI / TFL MEL team, LPHI / TFL Media & Communications Team
Benefits :
LPHI contributes 7% of pre-tax salary to employee 401k per pay period regardless of employee contribution, after six continuous months of employment100% paid premiums for employee health (Core plan) , dental, long- and short-term disability, term life insurance beginning on the first day of the month following full-time employment100% paid Employee Assistance Program100% paid parking at 601 Tchoupitoulas Parking GarageTraditional, flexible, or compressed work schedulesResources committed to professional developmentHolidays, Vacation and Sick Days :15 paid holidays per year that includes Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break10 vacation days accrued per year, years 0-215 vacation days accrued per year, years 3-520 vacation days accrued per year, year 6 3 personal days1 floating holiday (employee's choice)12 sick daysBenefits are subject to changeABOUT THE POSITION
LPHI's Community Engagement Team leads outreach, consultation, community involvement, collaboration, and shared leadership across a broad spectrum of public health programs, including The Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living (TFL). TFL engages in local and statewide commercial tobacco control policy efforts that focus on tobacco-use prevention, eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke, promote cessation services, and identifying and eliminating tobacco-related disparities. TFL is comprised of a statewide team of fifteen (15) staff, including 2 health promotion coordinators focused on health disparities and health equity and 6 regional managers who work across the state with community partners to engage in state-wide tobacco prevention and control program implementation & policy, health promotion & communications, community engagement & outreach, and monitoring & evaluation efforts to eliminate tobacco use in Louisiana.
The TFL Health Equity Coordinator will be responsible for :
Coordinate and monitor TFL health equity guidance and protocols (e.g., LPHI Strategic Plan and TFL's Health Equity Guidance Tool) within TFL. This includes maintenance and reporting on TFL Community Partner Hub (database)Implement statewide youth programming-, including leading and maintain TFL's youth programming scope of work, particularly the TFL Youth Advisory BoardSupport health equity coordination within TFL's policy, coordination, disparities, cessation, and youth goal areas.Lead and maintain TFL's Community Advisory BoardWork collaboratively with TFL's Sr. Coordinator - Disparities.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Administration
Lead coordination activities and support for projects, including :Updating project plans, and other project tools.Developing communications materials, including e-mails to partners, website updates, promotional products, and more.Support documentation management efforts by creating document library and file layout. Ensure version control of project and team documentsProvide support for internal and external meetings, including scheduling, minutes, and follow up.Ensure preparedness and follow-through for meetings e.g., obtain and / or develop meeting purpose, objectives, and agendas, list meeting attendees and roles, schedule prep meetings as need, take notes with action items / next steps including responsible party, and schedule post-meeting debriefs and follow-up to track organization action items, as requested.Use project management tools such as Monday.com, exercising good judgment with respect to priorities and effective use of the team's time, to support forward movement of the work.Assist manager(s) with timely processing of invoices and other reimbursements.Develops a deep understanding of the programmatic areas and partners to support administrative improvements.Assist with preparation, proofreading, and editing of outgoing correspondence.Maintain files of relevant organizational and programmatic documents. Updates documents, as necessary.Promote continuous improvement by developing efficiencies and implementing enhanced processes.Engage in professional development activities to improve job-related skills and knowledge.Project Implementation
Ability to maintain a highly detail-oriented approach while maintaining an appreciation of the long-term goals and objectives of the project.Proven and excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to think proactively and function independently as well as work well in a team, to support the creation of health equity resources and preparations.Support / Coordinate the monitoring of health equity protocols and practices within TFLWork closely with TFL Sr. Coordinator - DisparitiesLead the development of TFL CAB (and support develop of the funder advisory boards as needed)Maintain and provide reporting on the TFL Community Partner Hub (database).Serve as the co-lead of TFL's youth goal areaFacilitating the TFL Youth Advisory BoardEvent planning for youth trainings, YAB meetings, etc.Active coordinate social media content and activityResearch and share news, publications, and best practices related to TFL goal areas.Present, co-resent as well as participate actively in trainings / webinars, support report writing, and support peer-review journal article development.Ability to utilize virtual meeting platforms, including but not limited to Zoom and Microsoft Teams to execute community engagement activities.Provide project assistance to TFL team members and / or other duties as needed.Business Development
Work with managers to research funding opportunities.Coordinate team efforts with Business Development and Operations team for support.Participate in internal workgroups and committees to foster cross collaboration and learning.ABOUT YOU
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in public health, policy, education, or related field plus one or more years' experience working with youth organizations, advocacy campaigns, or in health equity; or equivalent combination of experience and education.At least one year of experience working with youth / youth-related programming, public-community health programming, or health equity.Experience working with diverse stakeholders at the local and state level, including but not limited to non-profit organizations serving youth, faith-based organizations, colleges and universities, and other community organizations.Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with TFL staff and partners.Strong commitment to LPHI's mission and values and to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion in executing key responsibilities.Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :
Ability to approach tasks in a solutions-orientated manner.Strong background and skills managing youth contracted organizations.Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.Strong project management skillsStrong skills in written and oral communicationExperience in formal reporting and writing an asset.Familiarity with data collection and analysisAbility to oversee many tasks at once.Ability to work non-traditional hours as needed.Ability to travel to different public health regions within Louisiana. Some overnight travel is required.Ability to maintain a highly detail-oriented approach while maintaining an appreciation of the long-term goals and objectives of the program.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Monday.com. Familiarity with REDCAP, a plusABOUT US
The Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI) is a statewide, non-profit organization that has been promoting the health and well-being of Louisianians since 1997. Our 100 employees work alongside 500 partner organizations at the local, state, and national levels to leverage our broad expertise in public health to achieve our mission of ensuring that everyone has fair and just opportunities to be healthy and well.
Our strategic plan priority areas include Racial Justice and Health Equity, Partnerships and Collaboration, A Healthier Louisiana, and A Thriving Organization. To learn more, visit lphi.org.
Physical and Mental Requirements :
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (sitting or standing).Ability to operate a keyboard with repetitive motion.Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal team members.Working Conditions :
This position is based in an office or home office setting.Occasional travel may be required for training or meetings.Usual workday hours or flexible schedules can be considered.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement : Louisiana Public Health Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at HumanResources@lphi.org .
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement : Louisiana Public Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race (including hair texture and natural hair styles), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity, status and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors.
As with all positions at LPHI, this position is funded through grant and / or contract funding, which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor of the contract. Positions are contingent upon the continuation of grant / contract funding.Salary Description
47,000 - $53,000
Salary : $47,000 - $53,000
