ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY
San Francisco AIDS Foundation (SFAF) envisions a future where health justice is achieved for all people living with or at risk for HIV. Ultimately, we strive for a day when race is not a barrier to health and wellness, substance use is not stigmatized, HIV status does not determine quality of life, and HIV transmission is eliminated.
Our mission is to promote health, wellness, and social justice for communities most impacted by HIV through sexual health and substance use services, advocacy, and partnership.
Our strategic plan includes an articulation of its five key values, which are the foundation for its work and its employees: Justice, Dignity, Courage, Leadership and Excellence. We need passionate agents of social change, vanguards of public health, and practitioners of racial justice to join our fight.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Director of Program Planning and Evaluation is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and Evaluationof Programs and initiatives aimed at HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support. This position plays a key role in ensuring that the organization's programs are effective, efficient, and aligned with the mission and goals of the organization, including a significant focus on grant writing and proposal development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Planning and Development:
- Lead the Planning and development of new programs and initiatives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify community needs and program opportunities.
- Ensure programs are designed with evidence-based practices.
Program Evaluation and Monitoring:
- Develop and implement robust evaluation frameworks to assess program effectiveness.
- Monitor program activities and outcomes, adjusting strategies as needed.
- Analyze data to inform program improvements and decision-making.
- Manage resources and budgets related to Program Planning, evaluation, and grant writing activities.
Grant Writing and Proposal Development and Grant Reporting:
- Dedicate significant time to writing grant proposals and developing funding applications.
- Work closely with the fund development team to identify funding opportunities.
- Ensure proposals align with organizational objectives and meet funder requirements.
- Dedicate significant time to writing reports for funders articulating progress of grant deliverables and programmatic activities.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build and maintain relationships with community groups, funders, and other partners.
- Represent the organization in external forums and contribute to advocacy efforts.
- Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders.
Strategic Planning:
- Contribute to the organization's strategic planning process.
- Align Program Planning, evaluation, and grant writing efforts with organizational goals and strategies.
- Identify opportunities for program expansion or partnership.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Program Planning, evaluation, and grant writing, preferably in HIV/AIDS or related public health fields.
- Strong analytical, data management, and grant writing skills.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and communication abilities.
- Knowledge of HIV/AIDS-related issues and a commitment to addressing them.
SUPERVISION: N/A
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTS:
Skill in operating equipment such as a personal computer, copy machine and telephone system. Ability to perform routine bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching. 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. The position may have exposure to blood borne pathogens and other infectious agents
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s Degree or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of work in Program Planning & Evaluation required.
- Experience with Sexual Health, Behavioral Health, Clinical Services highly regarded.
- Experience working with People of Color, People Experiencing Homeslessness, People who use Drugs, People living with HIV/AIDS.
This position will have access to protected health information (PHI) and may only access, use or disclose the minimum information necessary to perform their designated role on behalf of San Francisco AIDS Foundation, regardless of the extent of access provided.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is remote, however it may occasionally require traveling to other office locations or off-site meetings as required by the job.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
SFAF is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time employees. These include:
Vacation + Leave
20 days of combined Paid Time Off/Sick Time Off for the first two years of employment
25 days of Paid Time Off/Sick Time Off after two years of employment
Pro-Rated Health & Wellness Hours (subject to change yearly)
14 paid holidays per year
Retirement
403(b) Plan – SFAF matches employee contributions (1 to 1) up to 3% of salary