Program Director (ACWIH)

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Closing Date:

04/30/2026

Type of Position:

Management - Operations

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• 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 $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

COM OB & GYN ACWIH

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Arkansas Center for Women and Infant Health (ACWIH) is seeking a Program Director to lead the successful implementation of ACWIH initiatives across Arkansas. The Program Director will serve as a key leader responsible for advancing strategic objectives building strong partnerships ensuring fiscal and compliance integrity and supporting governance and accountability structures that guide the Centers work. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong organizational financial and relationship-management skills who is passionate about improving maternal and infant health outcomes. This is an opportunity to innovate lead and improve lives through cutting-edge evaluation and research. If youre passionate about maternal health thrive in dynamic settings and want to create lasting change apply now to shape the future of maternal health programs at UAMS.

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors Degree OR Masters 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.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors 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 .

For consideration you must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Little Rock AR or the Greater Northwest AR regions as this position will be located at the UAMS Campus.

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Translate ACWIHs strategic plan into actionable work plans and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure programmatic teams remain aligned with the Centers overarching mission and objectives.
• Monitor progress toward goals identify challenges and implement corrective actions as needed.

Program Implementation & Oversight

• 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.

Partnership & Contract Management

• 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.

Compliance & Fiscal Accountability

• 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.

Governance & Board Management

• 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

Salary Information:

commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting Talking Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Pulling Pushing Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling Lifting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes