Program Director – ACWIH

Role Overview

• Translate ACWIH’s strategic plan into actionable work plans and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure programmatic teams remain aligned with the Center’s overarching mission and objectives.
• Monitor progress toward goals, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Direct and coordinate the implementation of ACWIH initiatives statewide.
• Supervise staff and project leads to ensure timely, high-quality program delivery.
• Oversee the development of work plans, reports, and evaluation metrics to track impact.
• Manage contracts with partner organizations, ensuring deliverables are clearly defined, met on time, and in compliance with UAMS and funding requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with hospitals, community organizations, and statewide partners.
• Foster collaborative relationships that strengthen program reach and sustainability.
• Oversee billing compliance for perinatal Community Health Workers (CHWs), ensuring adherence to Medicaid and other payer requirements.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and reimbursement processes in coordination with finance staff.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
• Provide staff leadership to the ACWIH Governing Board, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on board decisions.
• Support board development and maintain effective governance processes.
• Prepare and present regular reports on program performance and strategic priorities.
• May Perform Other Duties as Assigned to Support the Centers' Mission

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree OR Master's Degree in public health, health administration, social work, nursing, or related field, PLUS six (6) years of project management experience within a research or community-based setting, including at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, health, or scientific field PLUS six (6) years of project management experience within a research or community-based setting, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Little Rock, AR, or the Greater Northwest, AR, regions

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy