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KBR

DOE Program Director

Rosslyn, VA · On-site +1

DOE Program Director Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people ... community outreach. * Provide thought leadership and contribute to strategic planning and ...

KBR

DOE Program Director

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

DOE Program Director Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people ... community outreach. * Provide thought leadership and contribute to strategic planning and ...

KBR, Inc.

DOE Program Director

Chantilly, VA · On-site

DOE Program Director Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people ... community outreach. * Provide thought leadership and contribute to strategic planning and ...

KBR

DOE Program Director

Fairfax, VA · On-site +1

DOE Program Director Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people ... community outreach. * Provide thought leadership and contribute to strategic planning and ...

tmn

Program Management Program Director

Henrico, VA · On-site

Manage the day-to-day operations of one to four programs in a community including organization and implementation of direct supports, person-centered planning, and implementation, health care ...

tmn

Program Management Program Director

Accomac, VA · On-site

Manage the day-to-day operations of one to four programs in a community including organization and implementation of direct supports, person-centered planning, and implementation, health care ...

Hopkins House

SEEKING PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Alexandria, VA · On-site

In partnership with Northern Virginia Community College, local childcare centers, and other groups ... Program Director is responsible for day-to-day management of the ECLI, including recruitment and ...

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How much do community program director jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for community program director in Virginia is $77,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $91,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Program Director vs Community Outreach Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Program DirectorCommunity Outreach Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple community programs, manages staff, develops strategic plansFocuses on engaging community members, organizing events, building relationships
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in program management, strong communication skillsBachelor's degree, excellent interpersonal skills, experience in community engagement
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with field visits, leadership meetingsCommunity centers, events, outreach activities

While both roles involve community engagement, the Community Program Director manages overall program strategy and staff, whereas the Community Outreach Coordinator focuses on direct community interaction and event organization. The Director typically has broader responsibilities and higher-level decision-making authority.

What are the most commonly searched types of Community Program jobs in Virginia? The most popular types of Community Program jobs in Virginia are:
What cities in Virginia are hiring for Community Program Director jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Community Program Director job openings:
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Infographic showing various Community Program Director job openings in Virginia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $77,525 per year, or $37.3 per hour.
Program Director

Program Director

Management Sciences for Health

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

MSH seeks a Program Director for a potential 5-yearRapid Outbreak and Response (ROR)projectfunded by theBureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD) of the U.S. Department of State. The programaimsto advancetimely, effective responses to infectious disease outbreaks by supporting immediate response actions during the earliest stages of an outbreak when rapid intervention can significantly limit transmission and reduce morbidity and mortality.The programcapitalizeson existing country capacities and partnerships to support swift activation of outbreak response activities,complementing national leadership and established response frameworks.

Activitiessupport countries to1)Rapid Activation and Surge Response, 2)Early Detection, Containment, and Mitigation, 3)Coordinated and Operationally Effective Response Support, and4)System Reinforcement and Transition from emergency surge to recovery.MSH is a global health nonprofit that works with local partners from the Ministry to the community to build strong, resilient, andequitablehealth systems in more than 150 countries.

This position is subject to project award and funding. The job location is flexible to candidates in the U.S. and other countries where MSH can hire. Candidates can be remote or on-site.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

TheProgram Directorleads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including vision and technical strategy; project management; documentation and communication; client(s) stakeholder(s) relationships;thought leadership;and coordination and synergy with other MSH projects. This accountability includes effectivecontributionto business and resource development activities - including positioning, intelligence gathering, and proposal development - that contribute to fueling MSH's mission.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Results & Leadership

  • Lead and oversee implementation of all project activities related torapidactivation andsurgeresponse,earlydetection,containment, andmitigationtoinfectious disease threats,coordinated andoperationallyeffectiveresponsesupport, andsystemreinforcement andtransition from emergency surge to recovery.This work includesoutbreak prevention and response, early warning systems, surveillance, laboratory detection, emergency response capacity, and national, regional, and internationalcoordination.

  • Serve as the primary liaison tothe donor, ensuring high-quality deliverables, compliance, andtimelyachievement of program milestones.

  • Ensure strong coordination with MOHs, national public health institutes, regional bodies, implementing partners,relevantacademic institutions,and other USG agenciesandotherdonorsworking in global healthsecurity.

  • Uphold MSH standards for financial, contractual, political, and technical integrity.

Technical Strategy & Vision

  • Provide vision and leadership to design, adapt, and implement technical approaches supporting GHS across the Prevent-Detect-Respond spectrum.

  • Oversee development and refinement of the results framework, performance monitoring plan, MERL systems, and annual work plansas required by the donor.

  • Guide strategies tobuild government capacities to lead and manage GHS efforts includingstrengthen surveillance systemssuch asevent-based and indicator-based surveillance, early warning, digital disease detection, and data sharing with national and global partners.

  • Support enhancement of laboratory systems, biosafety, sample transport systems, diagnostic capacity, and data-to-action processes.

  • Develop strategies to strengthen and expand public health workforceas needed/requested.

  • Oversee activities to strengthen emergency operations, including rapid response teams, incident management systems, and multisector coordination mechanisms.

  • Ensure documentation, learning, and dissemination of project results for maximum globalimpact.

Project & People Management

  • Ensure strong operational management, including compliance withGHSD and USGrequirements and MSH SOPs.

  • Establish astreamlinedproject staffing structure that reflects technical and geographic priorities andoptimizescoordination with MOHs, USG and other entities; builda strong teamof exceptional experts and professionals who deliver.

  • Manage, mentor, and develop project staff through supportive supervision, performance management, and capacity-building plans.

  • Promote a culture of learning, accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

Client & Stakeholder Relationships

  • Build andmaintainstrong working relationships withGHSD,other USG agencies,MOHs, national public health institutes, implementing partners, regional bodies, and other stakeholders.

  • Ensure that project intelligence, political developments, risk factors, and opportunities are continuouslymonitoredand communicated internally.

  • Represent the project and MSH in national, regional, and global GHS fora.

  • Ensure strong thought leadership andshared learning strategies and platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • MPH, MD, or relevant master's degreerequired; PhD in epidemiology, public health surveillance, infectious diseases, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of8-10+years of progressively responsible experience in global health security, epidemic preparedness, surveillance system strengthening, laboratory systems, or emergency response.
  • Demonstrated subject-matterexpertisein at least two core GHS areas: epidemic prevention, public health surveillance, laboratory detection systems,GHSworkforce development,emergency preparedness/response, or One Health.
  • Strong experience partnering with Ministries of Health, national public health institutes, and government stakeholders.
  • Prior experience directing large international donor-funded projects, preferablyUSG-funded.
  • Proven strategic planning, visioning, and high-level stakeholder engagement.
  • Familiarity withUSGregulations, reporting systems, and program implementation expectations.
  • Excellent communication, diplomacy, conflict resolution, and team leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work within complex networks and coordinate across technical, geographic, and institutional boundaries.
  • Fluency in Englishrequired; Frenchfluencyisadvantageousand preferred.


The expected salary range for this position is: $152,000.00 - $185,000.00 annually (U.S. locations only).


MSH considers multiple job-related factors when determining an offer, including but not limited to, business and organizational needs, candidate qualifications, internal equity, location, and internal budget.


Salary is just one of many aspects of our total rewards package; at MSH, our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive set of competitive benefits that includes a substantial vacation, sick and holiday policies, training and development programs, competitive insurance coverage for health, vision, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability, 401k plan, Flexible Spending Account, among others.

The selected candidate is expected to work from one of MSH's offices in the US.

MSH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. MSH complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and all related applicable regulations.

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