Sr Program Manager Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

The Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation (WWHF) is seeking a collaborative and innovative professional to lead the GrapeVine chronic disease prevention program. The GrapeVine Program Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving the GrapeVine program that increases awareness of chronic disease prevention and connects community members with evidence-based health education resources.

Working closely with internal staff, healthcare partners, and community organizations, the Program Manager will oversee program operations, strengthen partnerships, manage evaluation activities, develop health education content, and identify opportunities for program growth and innovation. This position is ideal for an individual who is passionate about community health, health education, and building meaningful partnerships that improve health outcomes across Wisconsin.

Responsibilities Include:

Lead GrapeVine Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation (30%)

• Lead short- and long-term program planning, including development of program goals, objectives, work plans, and measures of success.
• Monitor program implementation and performance, identify challenges or opportunities for improvement, and execute continuous quality improvement activities.
• Review and interpret program evaluation data to assess impact and recommend program enhancements.
• Develop program dashboards, reports, and other evaluation products to communicate outcomes to funders, partners, and organizational leadership.
• Collaborate with internal staff to coordinate program logistics, monitor materials and resources, and ensure successful program implementation.
• Facilitate quarterly virtual GrapeVine sessions and oversee participant engagement activities.
• Develop and disseminate participant communications, including quarterly newsletters, satisfaction surveys, and other program materials.
• Represent GrapeVine within coalitions, workgroups, and meetings.

Recruit, Onboard, and Support Partners (30%)

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and public health partners to expand the reach of GrapeVine.
• Recruit, onboard, and support GrapeVine partners and partner organizations through training, technical assistance, and ongoing communication.
• Collaborate with Outreach Coordinators to identify new partnership opportunities and expand statewide engagement.
• Create recruitment, promotional, and educational materials to support partner engagement.
• Maintain systems gathering partner feedback and satisfaction.
• Coordinate partner communications, including quarterly newsletters, annual agreements, and continuing education opportunities.

Lead Health Education Content Development (20%)

• Lead the development, review, and continuous improvement of evidence-based health education materials for community members and partner organizations.
• Conduct literature reviews and translate scientific and public health information into accurate, accessible, and culturally responsive educational content.
• Coordinate review and input from academic experts and internal staff to ensure content quality and relevance.
• Develop participant presentations, facilitator guides, handouts, reference materials, surveys, and other educational resources.
• Evaluate health education materials and recommend revisions based on participant feedback, evaluation findings, and emerging best practices.

Lead Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Initiatives (20%)

• Serve as project lead for cardiovascular disease prevention initiatives.
• Oversee the WIN Health Navigator and related activities to support participant engagement and access to cardiovascular health resources in the WIN program.

Contribute to Organizational Initiatives

• Attend and contribute to WWHFagency widestaff meetingsand program team meetings; prepare project updates,facilitatepresentations, and participate in group discussionsand decision-making.

• Engage in regular one-on-onecoachingsessionsand regular quality assurance activities.

• Engage in ongoing continuing education opportunities and share knowledge with the team and organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Community Health Education, Health Promotion, Health Administration, or a related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience managing public health or community health programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, or a related field.
• Experience developing partnerships and providing training or technical assistance.
• Experience with program evaluation, data interpretation, and quality improvement.
• Experience developing health education materials and facilitating trainings.
• Experience working with chronic disease prevention initiatives and community organizations.

Successful Candidates Will Have

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze program data and translate findings into meaningful program improvements.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to health equity and culturally responsive public health practice.