Executive Director For Program, Policy & Strategy, Family And Child Health Administration

The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health, and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety and well-being for New York City families and children. The Division is comprised of the Bureau of Maternal Infant and Reproductive Health, the Bureau of Early Intervention, the Office of School Health, and the Bureau of Administration. The vision of the DFCH is that every child, woman, and family recognize their power and is given the opportunity to reach their full health and development potential. We encourage qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly racial, gender, and LGBTQ equity to apply.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• -Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and decision making, assist the Deputy Commissioner in developing and executing external and internal engagement strategies, new policy development, operational and fiscal efficiencies, team building, strategic planning and address division and agency wide problems
• -Lead the development of a division strategic plan, and implementation roadmap and timeline for key organizational changes, including the development of new processes, tools, and templates to support new teams, offices, and functions.
• -Supervise staff in the Office of the Deputy Commissioner and ensure effective management of internal DFCH administrative processes, overseeing workflows and output of the communications unit, policy unit and programs within the Division of Family and Child Health
• -Develop pathways, structures, and opportunities to enable Deputy Commissioner of DFCH to serve in the role of public health strategist across the city for all matters pertaining to child and family health.
• -Liaise with the Office of the Commissioner, Office of the Chief Equity Officer, Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Office of the Chief Medical Officer, External Affairs, agency stakeholders, key external offices, community organizations and other stakeholders to expedite meeting critical Division and agency needs
• -Coordinate and develops content for budget briefing materials to support the DFCH Deputy Commissioner in City Council and other oversight hearings.
• -Lead special projects or requests that include DFCH and other City agencies providing a quick turnaround by City Hall and others
• -Collaborate with, lead, and counsel leadership on planning, implementation, troubleshooting, data collection, evaluation, and timely reporting on programs and new and existing initiatives
• -Participate in special projects and workgroups as assigned.
• -Represent the DC in internal and external meetings as needed/requested.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• -Experience taking large, complex organizations through change management and strategic planning processes.
• -Proven track record of applying an equity lens to processes, planning and policies
• -Commitment to anti-racism, social justice and equity;
• -Experience in public health, public policy, government, and non-profit sectors.
• -Experience working in and managing projects in complex environments with multiple stakeholders and partners.
• -Excellent communication, research, analytical writing and editing skills;
• -Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across programs and with outside agencies;
• -Exceptional prioritization and time management skills with demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload in a fast-paced environment;
• -Embraces ambiguity and has a willingness to roll up their sleeves
• -High degree of self-awareness, humility, and diplomacy;
• -A self-starter, comfortable working independently as well as in teams;
• -Experience working with executives and C-suite leaders

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

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