Program Manager – Health Affairs Institute

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. Lead the coordination, improvement, and implementation of current and future Health Affairs Institute initiatives .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeMorgantown • West Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, execution, and quality assurance, while effectively coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

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Project Management ExperienceStakeholder EngagementBudget ManagementProcess ImprovementVendor Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project Management PrinciplesData AnalysisQuality AssuranceResource ManagementTask Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementConflict ResolutionCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Health AffairsProgram CoordinationCompliance MonitoringMultidisciplinary Team CollaborationExecutive Presentations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the coordination, improvement, and implementation of current and future Health Affairs Institute initiatives
Communicate project plans internally and with external collaborative partners
Provide functional supervision and task-level oversight of assigned project staff
Manage day-to-day productivity and task management on Health Affairs programs
Meet active program milestones and deadlines under Health Affairs contracts
Organize and coordinate programs across internal departments and external research and development partners
Partner with senior executives and project leadership to define project approaches and overall project plans
Assist with deliverable development and manage quality assurance through submission
Assist with program phase budgets, expense control, resource effort management, and forecasting
Support process improvement projects evaluating workflows and improving productivity, efficiency, and quality
Identify risks and resolve issues affecting projects
Present analyses and recommendations to decision-makers
Support external collaborative, contracted, and research partners
Collect and disseminate information, build support, and secure stakeholder buy-in
Anticipate and mitigate roadblocks to program delivery
Manage vendor relationships, RFP processes, scopes of work, proposals, and vendor activities
Develop executive presentations and analyze operational reports as needed
Track and report project milestones and provide status reports
Gather and analyze data supporting development goals and long-range objectives
Drive strategic initiatives and manage internal and external relationships
Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Conduct or direct special projects
Monitor compliance and ensure adherence to policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of four (4) years of experience working with senior executives
Minimum of four (4) years of demonstrated previous project management experience
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
Demonstrated project management experience with exceptional organizational and time management skills
Group facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
Ability to multitask multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail; flexible and adaptable to change
Excellent English language oral and written skills
Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools
Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups or individuals
Ability to create and produce clear, concise paper and electronic documents
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment and coordinate team members from various backgrounds
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Valid driver’s license

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
18 sick days per year
Health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
Wellness programs
Work-life balance
Collaborative atmosphere