Created | 04/08/2024 |
Reference | 239248768 |
Job type | Full-Time |
Country | United States |
State | Virginia |
City | Arlington |
Zip | 22202 |
Salary | - |
National Council on Aging
We believe every person deserves to age well. That’s why we’re on a path to improve the lives of 40 million older adults by 2030. Come join an awesome team and learn about the work we do, the people we serve, and why equitable aging matters now more than ever. At NCOA, we represent the interests of the aging population across the nation, while striving to live out our core values of equity, excellence, and innovation. This is meaningful work where we put “people first” and our employees can learn and grow, where work/life balance is prioritized, and have a flexible hybrid work schedule while being part of a dynamic, collaborative team.
We are interested in growing our team with passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. The Associate Director, Center for Benefits Access will join NCOA at a time of dynamic growth.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Director serves as CBA’s lead technical assistance (TA), capacity building, and support specialist for entities/grantees that receive MIPPA funding and lead MIPPA implementation on behalf of their state, such as SHIPs, AAAs, and ARDCs, and works independently and collaboratively with team members to plan and implement guidance, training, TA, and capacity building to this group of constituents as well as to the CBA network more broadly on MIPPA and Medicare topics as well as relevant Medicaid topics, including:
The Associate Director keeps up to date regarding the progress of MIPPA program grantees and program services delivery partners across the country; highlights evidence-based and promising practices; and provides information, support, and resources to strengthen and expand an integrated, sustainable service system for MIPPA entities, consultants, and grantees. Further, the Associate Director will work with team members within NCOA and external stakeholders, such as the Administration for Community Living/ Administration on Aging (ACL/AoA), to develop and implement a national strategy to connect seniors with benefits and programs to address economic security. This includes building capacity among current and new grantees by conceptualizing, testing, and rolling out new resources and initiatives. The Associate Director will be responsible for collaborating with NCOA staff and external partners to tell the story of these initiatives, share our findings, and raise up the voices of vulnerable older adults and the organizations that serve them.
This position reports to the Director, Health Coverage and Benefits.
COMPETENCIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs of different audiences; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others. Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions and displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals. Diversity & Equity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity and equity; promotes a harassment-free environment; works to build and support a diverse & equitable workforce.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SELECTION PROCESS
The selected candidate must reside in the Washington, DC – Maryland – Virginia (DMV) area within 30 calendar days of their start date.
We only accept applications that follow the electronic process. No phone calls please. This position is subject to background screening. Qualified applicants submit a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to: PN-98 Associate Director, CBA to:
https://www.ncoa.org/page/careers
NCOA offers generous benefits including:
NCOA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion PI239248768 |
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Employer | National Council on Aging |