Program Administrator, Ysph

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Overview

The Obesity, Lifestyle and Genetic Adaptations (OLaGA; n. 'life' in Samoan)) research group conducts public health research focused on the prevention and treatment of obesity and related chronic conditions among Pacific Islanders. Goals of the research group are to conduct high quality epidemiological research that can serve as an evidence base for practice and policy, to develop and rigorously test interventions to prevent obesity and associated disease, and to build community partnerships for capacity building.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Hawley, the American Samoa Program Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the OLaGA research group's ongoing public health projects in American Samoa. The current portfolio includes:

• GROW (Gestational Diabetes and Related Outcomes among American Samoan Women). This new five-year study will follow 350 women from early pregnancy to 18-months postpartum with the goal of understanding risk factors for gestational diabetes and the impacts of gestational diabetes on maternal and child health.

• TAUSI MATUA. A family-based diabetes intervention that enrolls adolescents and their family members with diabetes and teaches prevention and management techniques.

• STRONG FAMILIES. Development and early implementation of an adolescent mental health intervention that engages families in skills-based training.

• HOPE (Health Outcomes in Pregnancy and Early Childhood). This study recruits women in late pregnancy and follows the health of their children during the first six months of life.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the American Samoa research site for successful implementation of all research programs. Including oversight of project financial resources (grants management).

• Oversight of all American Samoa-based project staff, ensuring compliance with training and appropriate project delivery.

• Leads effective communications and logistics with faculty, partners and Yale office as required. This includes frequent, clear and direct communication with all parties to ensure smooth management and implementation of all projects.

• Develop and manage program timelines and schedules to guide the work of faculty, staff and partners; ensure that key milestones are being met.

• Advise the Principal Investigator on overall progress of programs, anticipate potential problems, and recommend changes to meet objectives.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with faculty, partners, and students, and facilitate connections to appropriate resources.

• Participate in data collection and program evaluations as needed, draft reports, manuscripts, and other communication materials as needed.

• Maintaining key stakeholder relationships (scheduling and participating in regular meetings, communicating key research findings) and promoting program activities locally.

• Assisting Dr. Hawley with identifying local funding to continue/expand program activities.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Demonstrated project management and/or research administration experience Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across professional, geographic, and cultural boundaries.

2. Proven experience implementing global health projects in the field. Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with some ambiguity; Flexibility and ability to work as a team player. Resolves complex challenges that involve representatives from multiple organizations.

3. Ability to problem solve and work independently with little supervision on multiple tasks and projects.

4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to effectively present and work with a wide variety of stakeholders. Well-developed writing skills, including the ability to write public materials and reports for various constituencies.

5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.

Principal Responsibilities

1. In support of the overall mission, plans, directs and oversees programmatic activities. 2. Develops, implements, and maintains operational policies and procedures. 3. Manages program communications; identifies outreach potential, and promotes philanthropic and collaborative support of the program. 4. Works closely with leadership, internal and external colleagues, and community residents to further develop and implement strategic plans. 5. Identifies, solicits, and cultivates community partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the program. 6. Tracks all program activities and regularly informs leadership of progress on each initiative. Recommends structural or programmatic adjustments, changes or additions based on full knowledge of missions, goals, and objectives. Develops metrics to identify and measure the success of the program. 7. Assists in identifying and evaluating potential future funding sources, and contributes to the submission of grants and contracts supporting the program, including the annual submission and writing of all content areas and budgetary sections of grant applications. 8. Develops and manages the program's operating budget. 9. Manages the administrative infrastructure of the program. Manages human resources including staffing and hiring, supervision, performance development, counseling and discipline, if warranted. Oversees and manages information systems, facilities, and space needs. 10. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in a related field and two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

09/10/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Associate (22)

Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model

Remote

Background Check Requirements

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Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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