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Director, Beacon of Hope Coordinating Center

FHI 360
paid time off, sick time
United States
Sep 03, 2025
JOB SUMMARY FHI 360's National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL) advances solutions in education and workforce systems. We focus on two key drivers of individual well-being - education and employment - to improve lives. We build bridges between work and learning by promoting shared goals and common understanding and expanding research-based strategies. The Novartis US Foundation recently selected NIWL to manage its Beacon of Hope Coordinating Center. The Beacon of Hope initiative is a 10-year commitment launched in 2021 to address disparities in health outcomes by increasing diversity in clinical trials and strengthening infrastructure at Historically Black Medical Schools (HBMSs). As the Coordinating Center, our work will involve management of the initiative, identifying goals and workplans, provide oversight, evaluation, communications, stakeholder engagement, and clinical trials technical assistance. This position will build relationships between Novartis and its partners; lead the Coordinating Center and a matrixed team throughout FHI 360 and report to NIWL's Director of Learning & Workforce Development. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Project Direction / Quality Assurance Serves as the Project Director for Novartis US Foundation's Beacon of Hope Coordinating Center, overseeing all operational functions, including management/ staffing, subawards, deliverables, timeline, budget, and compliance with FHI 360 policies and procedures. Excellent and demonstrated project management skills. Must have experience and strong working relationships with HBCUs Sets goals and budgets for the project, establishes work plans and SOPs, and leads the team in achieving strategic goals. Ensures project deliverables are successfully completed on time, with quality and within budget and maintains a strong and sustainable relationship with the funding organizations. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects. Ability to create and manage theories of changes and ensure data collection occurs and storytelling about the outcomes and successes Ability to build positive local working relationships with the Beacon of Hope partners, local communities, higher education leaders, and donor representatives. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to motivate, influence, negotiate, and collaborate with others. Technical Leadership Provides technical management, oversight, and subject matter expertise. Understands the language, processes, and culture of HBCUs and higher education systems to offer coaching and guidance to the university leadership and faculty. Recommends solutions to management on strategy, operational, and business decisions. Fosters innovation, supports continuous learning, and drives adoption of leading practices. Establishes, serves, and maintains positive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on project matters, including funders, local partners, and across FHI 360. Staff Development Manages a team in a matrixed environment to meet project and organizational goals. Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support. Responsible for creating, promoting, and maintaining safe and equitable work environments for all personnel, including a harassment- and violence-free work culture, and systems for safeguarding project participants. Business Development Ensures the Beacon of Hope initiative funders are satisfied with their investments and create sustainable pathways Supports the expansion of NIWL's workforce development portfolio and contributes to NIWL's overall strategic goals. Leads business development and the overall design and development of workforce development and higher education technical proposals. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree required. Master's degree in public administration, Economic Development, Education, Higher Education, Public Health, Public Affairs / Policy Studies, Research, Technology, or Related Fields preferred. Project Management (PM) Certification preferred. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience with projects management principles and practices (including 5+ years of line management experience). Experience working in a non-governmental organization (NGO) and with Historically Black Colleges & Universities required Comprehensive knowledge of and experience working with corporate initiatives and in a STEM field preferred. Demonstrated experience in leading and managing complex projects that are strategic in nature and national in scope. Competent with personal computer/laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment. Able to travel (projected at 10% - 15%) within the United States. The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidates FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget. Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule. US Based Hiring Salary Range: USD 118,000 - 140,000 International hiring ranges will differ based on location" This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 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