Head of Programme Management

Job Description
Job Description
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Position Title: Program Manager
Division: Community Health Services
Reports To: Varies
Direct Reports: Varies
Job Summary:
The Program Manager is responsible for overall management and compliance of the program and for overseeing the coordination and implementation of all activities and deliverables. The incumbent has a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited to, creating and maintaining the program budget, writing a variety of reports and supervising program staff.
Essential Functions:
Administrative
Create and maintain program budgets and ensure transactions are handled in a timely manner and consistent with GPTLHB policies.
Manage staff time, attendance, work productivity and performance reviews.
Write and ensure submission of a wide range of reports including, but not limited to, progress reports, annual reports and internal reports.
Identify funding opportunities for the continuation of existing projects as well as new projects and assist with grant writing.
Program Management
Oversee the execution of all program activities in line with the work plan and deadlines.
Ensure program compliance with the funding agency.
Aid in promoting and marketing the program and its services; oversee the creation of all promotional/marketing materials.
Foster professional relationships and communicate regularly with stakeholders to strengthen program collaborations and partnerships.
Manage all data, reports and documents in an organized manner.
~ Performs related duties.

Requirements
Participate in Core Connection training and apply GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.
Knowledge of the grant writing.
Knowledge of various funding agencies.
Knowledge of budgeting and financial management principles.
Knowledge of the structure, functions and operations of GPTLHB departments.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations applicable to area of responsibility.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to research, synthesize large amounts of information (technical, legal, financial, and anecdotal) and communicate clearly the key information.
Ability to inspire respect and trust; mobilize others to fulfill the vision; provide vision and inspiration.
Ability to support and commit to OHC and GPTLHB policies and procedures.
Ability to supervise, evaluate, coach, and develop staff.
Ability to work with personal computer and utilize a variety of software applications, including email.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to prioritize and shift priorities in a changing environment.
Skill in employee management and supervision.
Skill in critical thinking, deductive reasoning and decision making.
Skill in researching, compiling and analyzing information.
Skill in creating and facilitating trainings and materials
Skill in prioritizing and planning.
Skill in use of personal computer and a variety of job related software applications.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of experience, or associate’s degree and three (3) years’ experience
Documented grant management, supervisory and administrative experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to be detail oriented.
Strong public speaking skills with the ability to speak in front of large and small groups.
Computer and technical skills (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Experience that indicates the ability to interact effectively with leaders among Indian communities, government agencies, scientific and academic communities, medical and health-related organizations, non-governmental groups and the public at large is required.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of South Dakota.
The GPTLHB is a tribal organization which follows tribal preference laws. It is our policy to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over qualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions, if all other qualifications are equal.
Must successfully pass a criminal and background check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.