Program Associate

Job Description

POSITION TITLE:Program Associate

REPORTS TO:Director of Policy& Programs

STATUS:Full-time, Exempt

REQUIREMENTS:Associate's degree or higher required. At least two (2) years of job-related experience at a non- profit organization or a for-profit setting. Familiarity with healthcare programs for underserved and uninsured populations is a plus. Must be able to periodically travel to and attend off-site meetings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:Dedication to perform meaningful work around healthcare equality. Make a professional contribution in an innovative non-profit atmosphere. Willing to learn something new and share knowledge with others. Able to thrive in a collaborative environment built on creative and innovative problem solving.

SKILLS:Exceptional writing skills in varied formats and lengths; excellent verbal and interpersonal communication abilities. Must be able to interact effectively with diverse population of clients, funders, employees, employers, government representatives, and others. Strong research/information-gathering, analytical and general office skills.

High level Microsoft Office skills are essential, including specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Access Database.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Work independently to prioritize tasks and complete projects with inflexible deadlines
• Persuasively present projects from a broad array of program areas
• Prepare and type letters, memos and reports
• Screen incoming mail, all telephone calls, take messages, and schedule appointments
• Process paperwork related to grant activities
• Schedule and prepare for committee meetings for Managers
• Schedule yearly events under the direction of Managers, and other events as called upon
• Schedule outside conferences, travel, and handouts for Managers
• Assist President/Chief Executive Officer as needed
• Establish and maintain files and records
• Maintain FQHC member list, Committee lists and listservs
• Attend various on-site trainings
• Assist with planning and management of events
• Provide press releases and updates to website and chat rooms within assigned subject areas
• Perform other duties, as required

Salary Range:Salary commensurate with experience

New Jersey Primary Care Association, Inc. (NJPCA) is a not-for-profit corporation that represents the organizational providers and affiliates of community-based ambulatory healthcare, specifically focusing on FQHCs in the State of New Jersey. The Association’s primary goal is the expansion and provision of quality, cost-effective and efficient primary healthcare and it seeks new and expanded revenue sources for these services. The NJPCA is committed to fostering collaboration among the Health Centers that ensure access to comprehensive healthcare services.