Job Description
Description
ABOUT NACDD
The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a member-based Association that improves the health of the public by strengthening state-based leadership and expertise for chronic disease prevention and management. NACDD’s core membership is composed of the 59 State and Territorial Health Department Chronic Disease Directors and their staff who protect the health of the public through primary and secondary prevention efforts and work “upstream” on root causes of chronic conditions. In addition, NACDD unites 7,000 chronic disease professionals across the United States working in state, tribal, and territorial health departments; nonprofits; academia; and the private industry to promote health and reduce the burden of chronic disease. As a national, nonprofit, professional Association, we advocate, educate, and provide technical assistance to inform programming and grow chronic disease prevention knowledge, leadership, and capacity.
NACDD EMPLOYEE TOTAL REWARDS AND BENEFIT OPTIONS:
*Flexible work hours *Remote working options *Paid holidays *Medical insurance *Dental insurance *Vision insurance *Flexible spending account (FSA) *Professional development *Career growth opportunities *Paid time off (PTO) *Paid sick leave *Paid volunteer time *401(k) with employer match *Employee assistance program (EAP) *Long-term disability *Basic life/AD&D *Critical illness coverage *Accident coverage *Short-term disability *Home office supply support *Wellness activities *Employee recognition program *Employee engagement committees
POSITION SUMMARY
The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to support Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funded workforce development and capacity-building initiatives within the Center for Public Health Leadership (CPHL). This position plays a key role in implementing NACDD’s National Organization for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion cooperative agreement, with a focus on strengthening leadership capacity, professional development, and peer learning across the public health workforce in states, territories, and freely associated states.
Under the direction of the Associate Director, the Program Manager will provide day-to-day program and project management across the CPHL portfolio. The Program Manager will coordinate planning, implementation, tracking, and reporting for complex, multi-component initiatives that strengthen organizational capacity and leadership across the public health workforce, spanning training programs, certificate and cohort-based learning, learning management system–based offerings, in-person and virtual convenings, and related surveys and assessments. The role requires close collaboration with NACDD leadership, internal teams, subject matter experts, contractors, academic partners, and CDC.
This position is well-suited for an individual who brings strong program management skills, experience working with federally funded public health initiatives, and the ability to manage interconnected activities that support leadership development, workforce readiness, and organizational capacity in chronic disease prevention and health promotion.
*This position is grant-funded, with funding secured through September 29, 2026. Continuation of the position beyond this date is contingent upon the availability of continued grant funding, which the organization is committed to actively pursuing.
Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing how their previous experience aligns with the requirements of this position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Program & Project Management
• Coordinate planning, implementation, tracking, and reporting for CPHL initiatives
• Develop and manage project timelines and deliverables
• Ensure alignment with approved workplans and cooperative agreement requirements
• Lead internal and CDC reporting processes
Organizational Capacity & Workforce Development Support
• Support implementation of organizational capacity assessments and workforce development activities
• Coordinate development and delivery of curriculum, training plans, certificate programs, and cohort-based learning
• Use data and evaluation findings to inform program refinement and continuous improvement
Convening & Collaboration Support
• Plan and support in-person and virtual convenings, orientations, and cohort-based learning experiences
• Develop agendas, facilitation materials, and meeting summaries
• Foster collaboration across NACDD programs and external partners
Operations & Cross-Program Coordination
• Support contract and SOW management to ensure deliverables are met
• Collaborate with evaluators on performance measurement activities and reporting
• Identify opportunities for cross-portfolio coordination and shared infrastructure
• Perform other duties, as assigned or necessary, to achieve CPHL and NACDD’s goals and objectives.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, health policy, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years to seven (7) years of relevant of relevant professional experience in planning, implementing, and managing public health programs or initiatives;
• Demonstrated experience (minimum three [3] years) supporting organizational capacity-building and/or workforce development initiatives within public health or a closely related field;
• Experience working with federally funded programs or cooperative agreements, including preparation of required reports;
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality deliverables;
• Experience coordinating and managing meetings, convenings, or learning activities both virtually and in person;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, subject matter experts, contractors, and external partners;
• Demonstrated ability to analyze information, identify challenges, and contribute to practical solutions in dynamic or evolving environments;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize information, prepare summaries or reports, and communicate clearly with varied audiences;
• Ability to establish and maintain professional credibility and diplomacy; understands the importance of keeping current industry or subject matter expertise;
• Resilient, flexible, and innovative;
• High proficiency with common office and collaboration technologies (e.g., Microsoft Office, virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom or Teams, and project management or tracking tools such as Smartsheet);
• Ability to work independently while also incorporating feedback and direction from supervisors and collaborators;
• Shares NACDD’s commitment to foster a respectful and supportive work environment;
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally, as required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
• Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Health Administration, or related field;
• Prior experience working in an association, nonprofit, or similar organization, particularly a member-based organization serving state or territorial public health practitioners;
• Prior professional experience working in a state, county, or local health department.
LOCATION/REMOTE
• Must be located in one of the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, or Washington;
• REMOTE - Must be available to travel as needed.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
• This position may require occasional travel; up to 10%.
SALARY RANGE:
• $88,000 to $95,000
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing how their previous experience aligns with the requirements of this position. Of particular interest, please highlight:
• Your experience in planning, implementing, and leading chronic disease prevention or health promotion programs.
• Your experience working on programs funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other federal agencies.
• Your experience managing grant work plans and reporting requirements.
• Your approach and experience in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously, including strategies you use to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.
Applications without a cover letter specifically addressing these details will not be considered.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
This position is primarily performed remotely in a home-based office environment. The role involves frequent computer use, sitting and/or standing as preferred by the employee, virtual collaboration, and participation in video and audio conferences. The employee must be able to communicate clearly, focus for extended periods, manage competing priorities, and work independently within a remote setting. Occasional travel may be required.
NACDD is an equal opportunity employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.