Regulatory Counsel, HHS, FDA - Remote

 

• Open & closing dates 11/04/2024 to 11/18/2024

• Salary

  $51,332 - $66,731 per year

  The salary listed in the vacancy announcement is at the base level. The geographical locality pay will be determined at the time of selection.

• Pay scale & grade

  GS 9

• Location

• 1 vacancy in the following location:

  Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)

• Remote job

  Yes

• Telework eligible

  Not applicable, this is a remote position.

• Travel Required

  25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

  No

• Appointment type

  Recent Graduates

• Work schedule

  Full-time

• Duties

• Performs research on regulatory issues and provide recommendations to revise existing or to create new policies and/or regulations.
• Reviews proposals and make recommendations for new guidance documents that affect regulatory activities.
• Assists in the development of programs involving matters affecting the regulation of the tobacco industry.
• Assists in drafting replies to correspondence from the regulated community and other interested persons on issues that effect one or more portions of the regulated industry.
• Participates in the development of regulations, petition responses, and other written statements of agency policy.
• Communicates current policies applicable to a regulated industry, clinical investigators and medical/scientific community.

• Requirements

  Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship or nationals is required for this appointment.
  • Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.
  • FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
  • Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
  • You must meet ALL requirements by the closing date of this announcement to be considered. Only education, experience, and qualifications attained by this date will be considered. You must continue to meet all requirements through the hiring process.
  • Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.
  • Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
  • Must sign FDA Pathways Program Participant Agreement.
  • Must serve one year trial period or the duration of the program.

  Qualifications

  Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to participate in this Recent Graduate Program:
  
  A. Completed all requirements for an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or qualifying certificate from an accredited educational institution within the 2 years preceding the closing date of this announcement. -OR-
  B. Released or discharged from active duty within the previous two years by 11/18/2024, where as a veteran who, due to a military service obligation, was precluded from applying to the Recent Graduate Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period following completion of degree or certificate requirements, are entitled to a full 2-year period of eligibility upon release or discharge from active duty. In no event, however, may the eligibility period extend beyond 6 years from the date on which the preference eligible veteran completed the requirements of the degree or certificate. -OR-
  C. Individuals who are expected to graduate with a qualifying Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program by December 31, 2024. Current students must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements before a final offer can be made.
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Program Officer - FHI 360, Washington, DC Remote

Program Officer I

For more information and to apply please visit: LinkedIn

 Washington, DC Remote 

About the job

FHI 360 staff working in the United States are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of the type of project or client they serve, or of their employment status (full/part-time, remote, telework, or in-office), unless an accommodation applies. FHI 360 complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy. Full vaccination is currently defined as two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. Booster doses are not required at this time.

 

Job Summary:

 

Provides administrative assistance and support to the Act to End Neglected Tropical Diseases (Act | West) Program. Collects, compiles, and analyzes information relevant to Act | West Progr (e.g., update manuals, assist with proposals, process more complicated paperwork). Provides administrative and program support, in addition to communication efforts related to project management and execution. May monitor program budgets. Assists in the creation/review of work plans. Coordinates with technical team. Prepares presentations and supports other related project objectives and deliverables. Overall the Program Officer is responsible for direct project implementation and delivery.

 

Program Officers (Level I – III) provide a range of project management, communications, and administrative services at increasing levels of complexity to support project implementation and proposal development. Individuals within these positions are expected to demonstrate an increasing level of proficiency with best practices in project management.

 

Accountabilities:

 

Programmatic Administration:

 

• Collaborates with the program management team to assist in ensuring project needs and requirements are met.
• Provides support to program management, such as planning for and arranging meetings and conference room setup, supporting travel requests, and taking on sub-task assignments.
• Collects existing information (metrics, data, etc.) for use in reports, reaching out to sub-contractors, grantees, and partners for external information.
• Maintains distribution list for program reports.
• Facilitates communication by answering partner inquires and ensures program internal and external websites are current.
• Coordinates assigned program activities and may conduct research to achieve program goals.
• Assists in the management of the program calendar to ensure program deadlines are being achieved.
• Sets up and maintains electronic and physical program files.
• Sends reminders to keep team on track with reporting deadlines and technical deliverables.
• Provides administrative support to the program as needed by writing, reviewing, and translating reports on a quarterly basis.
• Reviews and contributes to work plans.
• May support program/program teams administratively to provide high quality deliverables to clients.
• Fulfills other administrative and special program duties as assigned.

 

Business Development and Proposal Management Support:

 

• May serve as proposal coordinator.
• Communicates grant proposal and report requirements to all individuals involved in an efficient manner.
• Assists the project team with the coordination and management of grants, project materials, and information.

 

Finance Support:

 

• Assist with the coordination and tracking of performance against Financial Cost Objective (FCO) ID, project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables.
• Assists the project team with the coordination of budgets.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes cost information relevant to the project.
• Serves as the project liaison to internal units such as finance, contracts, centers, etc.

 

Competencies:

 

There are 31 FHI 360 development competencies. The focuses for this job are:

 

• Project Management (Planning and Time Management) - accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks (sets objectives/goals/measures). Breaks down work into steps, schedules, task/people assignments. Marshal's people, time, and resources efficiently. Arranges information in a useful manner and orchestrates multiple activities at once.
• Problem Solving – analyzes problems, seeks input from others and considers a variety of solutions. Chooses most efficient and effective solutions with attention to the impact that solution has on other projects and tasks.
• Technical Skills and Learning – lets go of outdated processes and procedures, seeks out resources to enhance technical skills, and readily learns new industry processes, systems, and products.
• Employees are expected to possess or have high potential for the development of these three fundamental competencies.

 

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

 

• Basic knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with project design.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software.
• Ability to problem solve and recommend corrective action as needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail needed to adhere to project deadlines.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English, fluent in host country language as appropriate.

 

Problem Solving & Impact:

 

• Works on problems of limited to moderate scope that require a review of various factors.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Builds rapport with internal and external contacts.
• Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.

 

Supervision Given/Received:

 

• Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
• Uses independent judgment in determining workflow and priorities.
• Typically reports to a Manager, Associate Director, or Director.

 

Education:

 

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent - Civil Society, Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, the Environment, Gender, Health, Nutrition, Research, Technology and Youth or a Related Field.

 

Experience:

 

• Typically requires a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience supporting projects and/or a technical practice area.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• Prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

 

Typical Physical Demands:

 

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs

 

Technology to be Used:

 

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

 

Travel Requirements:

 

• 10% - 25%

For more information and to apply please visit: LinkedIn

Policy Analyst – NYC Office of the Mayor (2 positions)

Who: NYC Office of the Mayor, Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services. The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services advances New York City’s efforts to coordinate system transformation across the City’s public healthcare system, expand access to social services for all, and ensure that agencies that oversee the City’s most vulnerable populations, including children in foster care and families living in homeless shelters, are run compassionately, equitably and effectively.

What: Two Policy Analyst positions available, working in the NYC Mayor’s Office at City Hall within the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services. Job responsibilities include:

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research and provide recommendations to team members on policy proposals and initiatives focused on homelessness, child welfare, public benefits, domestic violence, intergenerational poverty and social determinants of health. 
• Assist in overseeing and monitoring projects and policy initiatives to ensure that goals and timelines are met, coordinating with all appropriate City agencies and HHS team members. 
• Serve as a liaison between human services agencies and the Office of the Deputy Mayor, to monitor projects and assist in handling day-to- day needs; 
• Coordinate with agencies and other partners relevant to homelessness, supportive housing, child welfare, workforce development and public benefits to research proposed initiatives, meet project goals and timelines, and review agency and interagency work product; 
• Provide administrative support and coordination to the human services team, including preparation of correspondence and briefing memoranda, background research and information, meeting planning and assistance, and staffing the Deputy Mayor. 

Specific focus and responsibilities for each position is described below:

Administrative Officer - Veterans Administration Hines, IL

Administrative Officer
Veterans Administration

Hines, IL

This position is located at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Medical Center, Hines, IL – a level 1A Complexity VHA Facility, and is organizationally aligned under the Medicine Service Line. The primary purpose of this position is to provide both administrative and technical supervision of administrative positions including Program Specialists and support staff serving different sections of the Medical Service Line. Duties include:

• Directs the personnel management program for the organization, performing or overseeing the full range of human resources requirements.
• Manages the work flow, capacity utilization, and maintains staffing levels to assure successful operations of the service line including budget formulation, justification, execution, management and reporting.
• Manages procurement and contracting for the organization including preparing procurement requests evaluating proposals for work, acting as COR for procurements, and/or maintaining procurement and contracting records.
• Provides for the overall administrative management for the organization including interpreting administrative policies, developing and implementing local policies, defining administrative requirements, and/or providing advice to top management on related issues.
• Supervises and provides technical and administrative supervision of administrative staff such as assigning work, evaluating work performance, gives advice, counsel, or instructions, interviews candidates for subordinate positions, hears and resolves complaints, effects minor disciplinary measures, identifies and arranges for development and training needs; finds ways to improve production and increase the quality of work, and develops performance standards.
• Provides objectively based operational data and analysis to the Chief and multiple Associate Chiefs of the Medicine Service Line.
• Reviews and analyzes various reports relating to quality, performance, productivity, and cost effectiveness, including patient satisfaction scores and established quality performance measures and monitors.
• Develops long-range strategic plans and short-term operations plans for the service line.
• Develops, promotes, and maintains good relations with a variety of groups to include other VA Healthcare systems, community healthcare providers, teaching affiliates, community organizations, Veterans service organizations, other government agencies, professional societies, volunteers, media, and customers.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1st Shift.
Position Description: Administrative Officer, PD# 15246O

RAFAEL LARA
Phone: (708)202-8387x25662

Email: RAFAEL.LARA@VA.GOVSeries: 0341-Administrative Officer
Start Date: 6/30/2016
End Date: 7/8/2016
Pay Grade Low: 11
Pay Grade High: 11
Status: Full Time
Minimum Pay: $64992
Maximum Pay: $84489
Job Pay Type: Per Year
Job Openings: 1
Job Organization: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Job Position: HN-16-MRH-1741956-BU
Who May Apply: Applications will be accepted from current, permanent, employees of the Edward Hines VA Medical Center, Hines, IL, and its outreach facilities including CBOCs and VCS employees

Program Manager - American Academy of Pediatrics - Elk Grove Village, IL

Program Manager (Grant Funded)
American Academy of Pediatrics
Elk Grove Village, IL
The American Academy of Pediatrics, the nation’s leading advocacy organization for children’s healthcare, has an opening in our Department of International Child Health. You can make a real difference in the world!

This opportunity will manage and coordinate child health grant funded projects, focusing primarily on immunization and other child survival health priorities. International and domestic travel (25%) and weekend work will be required to execute the proper development, implementation, and management of programmatic activities in collaboration with our international partner agencies and funders. Back “home” in Elk Grove Village, this position will manage the development of a global immunization Project Advisory Committee (PAC) and Project Technical Advisory Group by building relationships with other national pediatric society leaders and strengthening the communication between leaders and AAP technical advisors.

International and domestic travel (25%) and weekend work will be required.

The AAP offers an excellent work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. As a reaffirmation to our employee-focused culture, since 2005 the AAP has been named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Chicagoland area. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace.

Please reference position code when providing a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:
American Academy of Pediatrics
ATTN: HR/AF/805
141 Northwest Point Blvd.
Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007

FAX: 847-228-5099
E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org
www.aap.org

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in public health, health administration, health policy, health education, health communication or related field required; at least three years of experience coordinating or managing public health programs required, including collaborating effectively with various external constituents and partners, meeting planning, budget tracking, and drafting correspondence and reports. Experience writing grant applications and managing grant budgets is essential; experience with US government-funded grants preferred. Experience with developing educational and promotional materials, and working in a medical association and/or with health care professionals is highly desirable. Proficiency with MS Office is required. Must be able to take initiative, manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively communicate, manage projects within tight deadlines, handle a heavy workload, work both independently and as part of team, think creatively and pay close attention to detail. Fluency in foreign language(s) is desirable.

Internal Number: HR/AF/805

About American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and its member pediatricians dedicate their efforts and resources to the health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. The AAP has approximately 64,000 members in the United States, Canada and Latin America. Members include pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists and pediatric surgical specialists. More than 34,000 members are board-certified and called Fellows of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP).

Health & Human Services Program Planner (Homelessness/Rapid Re-Housing) - City of Oakland, CA

Health & Human Services Program Planner (Homelessness/Rapid Re-Housing) 

City of Oakland

February 2, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Health and Human Services Planning

Housing

Website: 

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm

Location: 

Oakland, CA

Your City. Your Career.

Living in the Bay Area can enrich your life. Now it can do the same for your career. As one of Northern California’s most powerful economic forces, the City ofOaklandoffers an impressive array of career opportunities for visionary people who thrive on open communication and dedicated service. If you'd like to share your talents with our city,Oaklandwelcomes you.

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM PLANNER

(Homelessness/Rapid Re-Housing)

$6,145-$7,545/month

Closes:  Friday, February 20, 2015 at 11:59 pm

The City of Oakland is currently recruiting a Health & Human Services Program Planner (Selective Certification - Homelessness/Rapid Re-Housing) for the Human Services Department. The incumbent will utilize appropriate planning, analysis, development and implementation skills to strategically support Oakland's homeless system of care and interventions using a Housing-First philosophy and oversee division budgeting. Responsibilities include coordinating funding resources in collaboration with local systems of care (Public Health, Behavioral Health Care, Housing Development, Social Services, HUD, State HCD, etc.); the redesign of a transitional housing model of programming to a permanent supportive housing and rapid re-housing model of programming; identifying new resources to support the expansion of permanent supportive housing for homeless and at risk populations in Oakland; and maintaining and further developing strong and collaborative relationships with Alameda County mainstream service agencies and county-wide EveryOne Home effort to end homelessness.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in City and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Welfare or closely related field with an emphasis on planning and policy development (a Master's degree is highly desirable) or appropriate experience may be substituted for graduate work on a year-for-year basis. This position requires experience in program planning, systems analysis, budget analysis and development, and strategic planning. Must have knowledge of policy direction and rules/regulations of local, state, and federal funding sources for homeless and special needs populations and Housing First and Rapid Re-Housing Methodology, along with good research, data analysis, evaluation, interpersonal, and grant preparation/administration skills. Additionally, knowledge of local, state and federal funding sources for homeless and special needs populations is highly desirable, while experience in program management, research, budget analysis, and staff supervision is desirable.

To apply and view current openings visit our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm.You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information.  EOE