Program Implementation Manager, HCXF

US-TX-Dallas

Careers (External)

Req #: 17317
Type: Full Time
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Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today's biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association is seeking a dynamic Program Implementation Manager to join our Health Care by Food team at our office located in Dallas, TX, with flexibility for remote candidates.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, grant-funded opportunity, with current funding through June of 2028.

This Program Implementation Manager position supports the execution of a research-centered initiative focused on the adoption and scalability of Food Is Medicine strategies. Reporting to the Senior Program Implementation Manager, this role contributes to the coordination and implementation of activities across multiple workstreams, including scientific readiness, policy execution and community partnerships.

This position is responsible for managing day-to-day implementation activities across workstreams, including coordination of timelines, deliverables, and processes. The Program Implementation Manager tracks progress, supports logistical planning, and contributes to evaluation efforts, ensuring that implementation activities are carried out in alignment with organizational priorities and scientific guidance.

The role also involves identifying operational gaps, monitoring areas of overlap, and supporting improved coordination across teams.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.

Responsibilities:

* Manage day-to-day implementation activities for HCXF integrated strategies, including coordination of milestones, timelines, deliverables, risks, and interdependencies across projects.
* Coordinate with internal functional areas and stakeholders to support effective execution and maintain alignment across workstreams.
* Support community evaluation and pilot assessment efforts, including collaboration with evaluation partners, and documentation of implementation processes and outcomes.
* Compile, track, and summarize implementation insights, challenges, and early indicators to inform internal review and continuous improvement.
* Track project budgets, deliverables, and contractual obligations, ensuring all components remain on schedule and within scope.
* Draft meeting agendas, summaries, and provide logistical support for materials as assigned, and handle operational management of meeting logistics to ensure productive, well-organized discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
* Lead in development of assigned sections for grant reports, progress updates, and implementation summaries.
* Support internal knowledge-sharing by coalescing learnings across workstreams and contributing to dissemination strategies, toolkits, and resource assist in development.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree required; degree in a scientific field, public policy, public health, or a related discipline preferred.
* Three (3) years of relevant experience. 4-5 years of experience in program operations, implementation, or research environments preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, partnerships, and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
* Experience using project management tools and systems to track timelines, deliverables, and workflows.
* Strong organizational, writing, and relationship management skills.
* Experience tracking budgets and deliverables and contributing to grant reporting processes.
* Familiarity with Food Is Medicine interventions preferred.
* Ability to travel up to 15% as needed.
			
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