Workstream Coordinator

Monday- Friday 8am-5pm
*Hours may vary based on business needs

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

The Statewide North Carolina Workforce for Health Initiative will provide a forum for health employers, workers, educators, regulators, policymakers, and others throughout North Carolina to convene, discuss challenges and opportunities, share best practices and lessons learned, identify potential solutions and metrics for success, and monitor progress toward developing, training and sustaining the health workforce required to meet population health needs. Feedback from extensive stakeholder interviews indicates the desire for immediate solutions to these urgent problems, and support for a forum to share emerging best practices and assistance in identifying practical solutions. There is broad consensus that sustained collaborative work will be necessary to create a statewide plan and system of workforce development that meets the needs of the population and prioritizes whole-person care, including the social drivers of health.

The Workforce for Health Initiative was recently recognized as a state nursing workforce center by the National Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers. The Workstream Coordinator (WC) position will be responsible for managing resources across multiple projects, with a leading role on topics related to the nursing workforce and a supporting role on other projects. The WC will be responsible for project activities that include communicating regularly with staff and the Director, as well as outside stakeholders including legislators, executive branch leaders, health system executives, association executives and others. The WC will lead and coordinate large and small group meetings, proposal writing, and report writing and will partner with the Policy Researcher and Data Analyst on background research and data analysis and presentation. The position will coordinate with the Director and Business Officer in fulfillment of administrative and reporting requirements for grants and contracts. The position requires substantial capacity to independently manage and coordinate effective group processes, research activities, production of deliverables, and project timelines. The position will require substantial communication and coordination with a variety of individuals across sectors and organizations. The WC must be able to develop plans for project implementation and completion, developing and monitoring progress metrics, and coordinating with colleagues and external stakeholders/partners. The WC must be experienced with literature review, group facilitation and public speaking, synthesis, and professional writing.

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Prior experience in research, policy and/or health initiatives, including experience coordinating research activities, facilitating effective group processes, and managing a complex project. This position requires a substantial capacity to work independently. Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and writing skills are required. Also important is the ability to think critically and creatively, to help plan the work of others, and to work collaboratively with others.

Strong preference for experience in nursing with an interest in health, education, and workforce policies.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.