AL-AAP & ACHIA Program Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The Alabama Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is seeking a versatile, results-oriented individual with strong project management and communication skills to join our team as the AL-AAP & ACHIA Program Coordinator . The ideal candidate will have experience/knowledge in and be enthusiastic about improving pediatric healthcare delivery within Alabama.

About AL-AAP

The Alabama Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AL-AAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the only statewide member organization of pediatricians, with 940 members representing academic and community pediatrics in urban and rural areas.

About the Alabama Child Health Improvement Alliance

Founded by AL-AAP in 2014, the Alabama Child Health Improvement Alliance (ACHIA) is a statewide improvement partnership that works to improve health outcomes by fostering continuous quality improvement through partnerships with pediatric practitioners, payers, families, and organizations serving Alabama children. The UAB Department of Pediatrics serves as ACHIA’s home base, with financial and staffing support provided by AL-AAP.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator coordinates pediatric practice-based quality improvement initiatives from inception through completion, working primarily with the ACHIA Director. The position supports a learning community for participating practices, ensures timely, high-quality activities and compliance with grant and regulatory requirements, and coordinates the Alabama Practice Management Association and other Chapter projects, including grant development and reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate is versatile, results-oriented, and enthusiastic about improving pediatric healthcare delivery, with strong project management and communication skills.

•  Bachelor’s degree in business administration, a healthcare-related field, or a related discipline with 2–4 years of relevant work experience; alternatively, 5–10 years of relevant experience in a business or health-related field.

•  Experience managing projects from start to finish while balancing competing priorities.

•  Experience in healthcare program management and familiarity with pediatrics or the medical community preferred.

•  Grant writing and reporting experience preferred.

•  Dependability, initiative, sound judgment, and commitment to the organization’s mission.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•  Knowledge of project development, implementation, and progress tracking, including agendas and action items.

•  Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail and deadlines.

•  Ability to work independently and collaborate diplomatically with colleagues and partners at all levels.

•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Zoom, and cloud-based project workspaces and meeting platforms.

•  Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

•  Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing project needs.

Schedule

The AL-AAP/A & ACHIA Program Coordinator is a full-time position.

Special Working Conditions and Requirements

•  Ability to work remotely from a home office in Alabama with a percentage of time spent at the central office and program sites.

•  Ability to travel occasionally with insured reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

•  Attendance at two annual Chapter conferences in Alabama and periodic other conferences and meetings.

•  Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is competitive with comparable roles at similarly sized nonprofit organizations. AL-AAP full-time employees receive a benefits package that includes a health insurance option, retirement plan with employer match, and paid vacation and holidays.

The Alabama Chapter – American Academy of Pediatrics is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references, two of which must be professional, to Sabra Sutton, Executive Director at View email address on ziprecruiter.com with the subject heading “AL-AAP & ACHIA Program Coordinator Position Application” by close of business November 23, 2026.