Outreach and Engagement Coordinator, SW Institute Research Women

Overview

At the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS), we work to investigate ideas, transform social conditions, and tell unheard stories. We prepare students, engage in research, and collaborate with community partners to address everyday challenges, be thoughtful problem-solvers, and build solidarity with others across the world. We are rooted in the unique sense of place in our Borderlands region. With more than 30 SBS majors, the College of SBS has a portfolio of competitive and highly ranked graduate programs.

Seven of our graduate programs are nationally ranked in the top 25, including top 5 programs in anthropology, geography, political philosophy, and creative nonfiction. With a wide range of subjects to choose from, our students can explore subjects ranging from ancient philosophy to artificial intelligence.

The University of Arizona Southwest Institute for Research on Women (SIROW) is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join their 7 Generations Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (7 Generations CoE) team. SIROW designs, implements, and evaluates community-collaborative projects to improve community well-being. The CoE aims to develop and strengthen behavioral health agencies to better serve tribal communities and improve health outcomes.

The Health Promotion Partnerships Coordinator supports the CoE in achieving its goals by facilitating communications, activities, and relationships that engage behavioral health professionals and community members across the nation. The position will involve representing the CoE at national and regional events and building and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Primary focus areas are: (1) soliciting guidance from national experts, (2) impacting policy, and (3) developing leaders.

This position is supported by grant funding. The position requires extensive travel throughout the United States, with approximately 30% of time spent traveling out-of-state. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; and access to UA recreation and cultural activities.

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Coordinate Leadership Components of the CoE

• Play a key role in the development and design of behavioral health trainings, workshops, and other activities that the CoE leadership receives.
• Develop content and resources to support the goals and initiatives of the leadership fellows throughout their engagement in the CoE.
• Plan the CoE’s annual Leadership Academy; design and administer content.
• Coordinate a national recruitment strategy to identify leadership fellows.
• Facilitate connections between fellows and among various communities.

Support the CoE’s National Steering Council (NSC)

• In partnership with the 7 Generations team, design, develop, and create behavioral health content and resources that reflect NSC member input, address identified community needs, and inform CoE activities and approaches.
• Assist in planning and coordinating quarterly NSC meetings, including region- and community-specific cultural activities and experiences that align with behavioral health priorities.
• Develop relationships that support the engagement of current NSC members and the recruitment of future members, while serving as a resource for behavioral health information and support.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for the CoE’s National Steering Council, comprised of behavioral health experts, professionals, and persons with lived experience.

Enhance the CoE’s Visibility, Reach and Efficacy

• Represent the CoE at national and regional events, including serving as an exhibitor, networking, giving presentations, and other engagements.
• Make connections and build relationships with stakeholders to ensure the CoE reaches those in need and of benefit to the target population.