Program Manager

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Maternal and Child Health-464501 Career Area Research Professionals Posting Open Date 10/15/2026 Application Deadline 11/04/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Program Manager Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 20025606 Vacancy ID NF0010118 Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $62,000 - $72,100 Proposed Start Date 11/16/2026

Position Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Founded in 1950, our Department of Maternal and Child Health is one of the world's leading academic departments for research, teaching and practice. We are dedicated to improving the health of women, children and families - domestically and globally. Our teaching program provides students with broad exposure to maternal and child health population needs and priorities, as well as with the skills to become leaders of tomorrow. Currently the department has 31 faculty members, 20 of whom have primary appointments in Maternal and Child Health (MCH). Complementing these faculty are four emeritus members, and more than 65 adjunct faculty, many of whom hold leadership positions in MCH research and practice settings. Given the interdisciplinary nature of our department, faculty and staff research interests and activities span the full array of issues and areas of focus for the maternal and child health population. Our initiatives are designed to create new knowledge and directly improve the health of this population.

Position Summary

The Program Manager coordinates day-to-day activities for the National MCH Workforce Development and Training Center, a HRSA-funded cooperative agreement. The Center provides robust training and resources to strengthen the MCH public health workforce. It aims to improve the health of women, children and families by supporting the workforce's ability to implement federally and state-funded programs, including the Title V program.

The Program Manager provides project coordination and administrative leadership to ensure successful implementation of all grant-funded activities. This position works closely with the Center's leadership team (Principal Investigator, Deputy Director and Director of Learning) to manage operations and coordinate activities with internal and external stakeholders, including UNC faculty and staff, subcontractors, independent consultants and national organizations involved in public health workforce development. In addition to program management and coordination, the position is also responsible for: Center team support, stakeholder engagement and communication, program operations and continuous quality improvement, and administrative support.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master's or Bachelor's and 0-2 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Professional experience in public health, program management, or a related field
• Demonstrated program management experience, including coordination of complex tasks, timelines, and internal and external stakeholder relationships
• Demonstrated problem-solving and adaptive leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) or a related field
• Experience managing federal grant-funded programs
• Experience supporting workforce development, training programs, or academic-practice partnerships
• Experience planning and coordinating learning events, national meetings and multi-partner initiatives
• Experience or relevant educational training in maternal and child health (MCH)
• Experience working in or providing training/technical assistance for MCH Title V programs

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/327006

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title LaSonya W. Hudson, HR Consultant Department Contact Telephone or Email lwhitwor@email.unc.edu Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or most closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.

• Bachelor's degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field

• Bachelor's degree in any field/discipline

• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field

• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline

• None of the above

• • Please briefly describe your relevant public health and maternal & child health experience.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please briefly explain your program management experience.

(Open Ended Question)