Prevention Program Manager - Georgia Department of Public Health : Job Details

Click HERE for Video {tabindex= 0 target= _blank }Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Healthteam, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and playEnjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia ResidentsWork witha Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengthsAchieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term careerTake Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your roleFeel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like youAs a Prevention Program Manager within theDivision of Medical and Clinical Services,HIV/AIDS sectionat the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.Job ResponsibilitiesMaintain responsibility for managing federally funded program within program specific polices, regulations and guidance and accomplishing projected program objectives on an annual basis; provide recommendations to HIV Program Director for streamlining and enhancing program.Draft new policies, procedures, guidance, and/or regulations for management approval within assigned time frames.Facilitate ongoing Prevention Team meetings and deliver presentations/information at the request of the State AIDS Director, Deputy Director or other DPH Leadership.Provide direct supervision to Assistant HIV Prevention Manager, Womens Prevention Coordinator, MSM/LGBT Activities Coordinator and Community Planning Coordinator. Maintain the performance management plans including conducting one-on-one meetings, as needed, as well as bi-annual feedback sessions and annual reviews.Submit federal reports and provide requested data/documentation within a timely manner. Ensure that designated staff submit requested documentation in a timely manner.Represent the HIV Prevention Program through attendance at delegated meetings, represent HIV Prevention within internal/external committees and workgroups.Attend quarterly Georgia Prevention and Care Council meetings as the HIV state prevention representative. Deliver presentations as requested by the body.Work closely with the Ryan White Part B Manager to assist with the integration and coordination of linkage and retention to HIV treatment and care among prevention activities.Work closely with HIV Data Team Manager to ensure program planning, monitoring and evaluation and quality assurance activities are implemented using the most current data as needed for Prevention grant(s).Demonstrates leadership skills through effective interpersonal skills, verbal/non-verbal communication and active participation in departmental or organizational committees/workgroups.Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, and continually evaluates performance.Mi imum QualificationsBachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes four (4) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or Eight (8) years of related professional experience which includes four (4) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or Four (4) years of experience required at the lower level Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM011) or position equivalent.Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.Preferred QualificationsCompletion of a Master's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Communication or a field related to the area of assignment and four years of human service program planning or professional-level delivery experience in work related HIV/AIDS.Experience in HIV/AIDS programs at state and local levels. Experience in managing state-level programs, implementing strategies and innovative programs within high-risk communities and populations.Completion of a Bachelor's degree in any field and seven years of human services program planning or professional-level delivery experience in work related HIV/AIDS.The successful applicant will possess competencies in the areas of oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, teamwork, leadership, media relations and planning/evaluation.Experience supervising staff, building teams and demonstrated leadership abilitiesExperience developing and implementing a quality assurance system(s).Track record of building productive relationships with public health program staff, field staff, and local stakeholders.Grant writing experience, experience working with federal funders and completing federal reports.Experience with contract/budget development and managementKnowledge of CDC grants, the Community Planning process, HIV Counseling and Testing, Program Monitoring and Evaluation, and Prevention for Positives, Condom Distribution, PREP, PEP, HIV Care Continuum.PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON THIS SITE. 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