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Director of Grants Administration

The Colorado Health Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization devoted to improving health and health care in Colorado.  Our assets total over one billion dollars, including an investment portfolio, as well as our ownership interest in Denver’s HealthONE hospital system.  These assets serve the community through grants, medical education programs, and health policy initiatives.

Position Overview
Directs all components of grants processing, including structure of grants, regulatory compliance, and sharing of grants information to Communications, Philanthropy and other internal business partners. The Director of Grants Administration is responsible for management and oversight of the Foundation’s grants management processes, practices and systems and for developing and maintaining a strong culture of customer-service and support for grantees and applicants. Primary responsibilities include management of the grants administration function, design and implementation of grant processes, resources and reporting, and management of information sessions and other communications and technical support for grantees and applicants. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Foundation's grants administration, grant reporting, grant agreements, and grantee and applicant support
• As the Colorado Health Foundation’s philanthropy continues to expand, take a leadership role in developing, implementing, refining, and streamlining workflow systems and processes, utilizing technology to maximize operational efficiency and productivity
• Participate in strategic planning and initiate innovation in grants administration
• Ensure adherence to the Colorado Health Foundation’s grant making policies and practices
• Review and update guidelines for program staff, i.e. best practices for grant making from proposal to grant agreement and grant monitoring
• Coordinate and integrate the grant making processes with evaluation, programs, and other Foundation activities
• Ensure that grants management is a valuable resource for staff, applicants, grantees and the Board of Directors
• Prepare regular reports for the Board, senior management and staff and contribute to foundation publications, including the annual report and Web site

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration (or related field)
• 5+ years of experience managing the drafting and editing of grants and/or service contracts
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role,  working with a collaborative, senior-level team with an emphasis on service and support
• Demonstrated ability to establish strategy, develop work plans, multi-task and deliver quality work
• Exceptional oral and written communications skills
• Strong analytical and financial problem-solving skills
• Technologically savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office and other applications, databases and Internet research. Knowledge of MicroEdge GIFTS is preferred
• Knowledge of GIS mapping software is a plus
• Ability to build strong working relationships with staff at all levels of the organization, grantees, and other external partners
• Solid understanding of, and experience with, automated systems and business process redesign
• Health care industry experience and accounting or compliance experience is a plus

Interested applicants are invited to email their resumes to: lbessinger@coloradohealth.org

Communications Officer – Community and Public Affairs

Position Purpose:
At The Colorado Health Foundation, (TCHF), communication is an integral part of our work.  Our mission is to improve health and health care in Colorado. To accomplish that we must create awareness among a broad range of constituents, encourage partnerships and proactively engage them in our work.  These constituents include the general public, nonprofit organizations, elected officials and policymakers, medical and health care professionals and the media.

The Communication Officer – Community and Public Affairs is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to move forward the Foundation’s policy agenda, at the community, state and federal level. Working closely with the Foundation policy and advocacy team, the communication officer will develop a clear understanding of health care policy issues that impact the Foundation’s ability to achieve its goals related to Healthy Living, Health Coverage and Health Care. The Communication Officer will identify necessary policy and community stakeholders and develop communication strategies and content to motivate action around Foundation policy initiatives.

The Communication Officer will work closely with the communications team to create innovative communication programs to educate and ensure community and policy stakeholders view TCHF as a credible and reliable source of information about health and health care policy. In addition, this person will ensure that communication activities at the Foundation stimulate action and policy change. Ultimately we want TCHF perceived as a leader on current health care issues and broad understanding and acceptance of our policy positions.

To accomplish these goals the Communication Officer will:

1. Develop an understanding of the Foundation’s policy goals and community stakeholders and current federal, state and local policy issues affecting attaining these goals.
   
   
2. Work with the Foundation policy team to develop and implement strategies to advance TCHF policy positions.
   
   
3. Develop and implement complete communication campaigns to support Foundation policy initiatives including polling and research, messaging, convening and paid/earned media plans.
   
   
4. Work with the communications team to create news and information that keeps all TCHF stakeholders aware of important policy issues affecting the Foundation’s agenda.
   
   
5. Create credibility and awareness of the Colorado Health Report Card as a tool to measure health status and health outcomes for Colorado with legislators and community leaders.
   
   
6. Work with the Communication Officer-Media and Marketing to develop and place news releases, columns, Op/Eds and editorials about successful TCHF policy initiatives.
   
   
7. Work with coalition members to align and leverage Foundation communication activities with Board-approved issue campaigns.
   
   
8. Develop key messages for Foundation board and staff members related to Foundation policy initiatives. 
   
   
9. Advise and support grantees and other TCHF partners on communication related to public and community affairs that affect Foundation goals and results.
   
   
10. Work with program officers on health care issues in rural communities and develop community relations and communication plans to address issues.
    
    
11. Manage consultants related to public affairs or policy communication campaigns.
    
    
12. Manage community and public affairs budget, tracking all expenses to adhere to all applicable laws and regulations.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of Foundation strategies and operations, including philanthropy, medical education and community programs.  Develop relationships with key individuals and organizations working on health and health care in Colorado.  Stay abreast of local, state and national developments in health and health care. 

• Adhere to all Foundation fiscal policies and procedures.

• Represent TCHF in an exemplary manner; maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.

Qualifications:

Required

• 7+ years progressive experience in communications, public affairs, government relations or related field.

• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing public affairs communication programs, government relations and community relations plans.

• Thorough understanding of and experience with Web 2.0 tools and technologies, and consumer generated content sites.  Prior participation in social networks, communities and forums. 

• Professional writing skills; excellent verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve problems; sense of curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.

• Experienced professional who thrives in a challenging environment, is disciplined and takes personal responsibility for results.  Works well in teams, is flexible and committed to shared success.

• Commitment to The Colorado Health Foundation’s vision, mission and values.

• Bachelors degree required.  Additional education in media relations, new and emerging media, social marketing and/or consumer-related health care issues preferred.  

Preferred

• Knowledge of consumer-based health issues and health policy.
• Experience in the field of philanthropy or non-profits
• Established relationships with Colorado legislators.

If this sounds intriguing to you, please forward resume to linda.bessinger@coloradohealth.org.

The Colorado Health Foundation is an Affirmative Action Employer/ EEO.

Executive Assistant II

The Colorado Health Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization devoted to improving health and health care in Colorado.  Our assets total $900 million, including an investment portfolio, as well as our ownership interest in Denver’s HealthONE hospital system.  These assets serve the community through grants, medical education programs, and health policy initiatives.  Currently, the Foundation is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Vice President of Operations and the Department’s dynamic teams.

Position Purpose:
This position provides administrative support to the Vice President of Operations and the overall Department, including Grants Management, Information Technology, Knowledge Management, Evaluation, and Facilities Management.  The position handles details of a varied and confidential nature in performing assigned administrative duties for the Vice President and the Department.  It also participates on the Administrative Team to provide organization-wide support for multiple projects and events as well as administrative coverage. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Provide confidential and administrative support to the Vice President of Operations including maintaining calendars for meetings and appointments.
2. Provide scheduling and administrative support for Operations activities and projects.
3. Office organization, including supplies, deliveries, maintenance of office equipment, mail, and couriers.
4. Event coordination and support, including grantee and applicant meetings.
5. Support facility maintenance, including office readiness for new hires and interactions with contractors.
6. Prepare memos, reports and other correspondence for the Operations Department, as directed
7. Communicate with vendors to ensure responsive, accurate transactions.
8. Perform various administrative, research and analytical tasks on behalf of Operations.
9. Provide back up support for other members of the Administrative Team, including coverage for the Receptionist Desk, as needed.
10. Assist in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures
11. Review monthly departmental expenses for consistency with departmental budgets.
12. Perform additional duties and tasks as requested by management.

Job Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience using MS Office (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) researching the Internet, and using standard office equipment (e.g. photocopiers, fax machines, printers)
• Minimum seven years administrative assistant experience, with two years at the executive-level
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proven history for handling sensitive matters in professional and confidential manner
• Strong organizational skills and solid record of consistently providing excellent follow-through
• Strong interpersonal skills, accountability, reliability and self-motivation.
• Blend of creative and strategic thinking relative to the broad goals of The Colorado Health Foundation and tactical attention to the detail-oriented work and follow-through required by the position

Preferred

• Broad knowledge of corporate operations and policies
• Facilities management experience
• Experience in a nonprofit organization
• Experience in documenting critical information, i.e., regarding contractors, policies and procedures

Personal Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an individual who possesses high integrity, is reliable, demonstrates initiative, and takes responsibility for a job well done. To successfully fulfill this position’s responsibilities, the individual must remain calm in a busy organization that is undergoing profound transformation, a sense of humor, a pleasant disposition, an ability to see what needs to get done and the initiative to do it.   Must have a proven history of working productively, across functions, with professional and administrative staff members, as well as external audiences and customers, to effectively resolve issues and/or concerns.  The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, pleasant and keenly interested in health, health care, nonprofits and philanthropy.

Working Conditions

Corporate office setting

If this sounds intriguing to you, please forward resume to linda.bessinger@coloradohealth.org.

The Colorado Health Foundation is an Affirmative Action Employer/ EEO.

Receptionist—Johnson Adult Day Program

Position Purpose:
This position serves as administrative support for The Colorado Health Foundation’s Johnson Adult Day Program—a specialized center with daytime activities designed specifically for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or for those with cognitive impairments due to stroke.  The Receptionist is responsible for answering incoming telephone lines, greeting guests, managing database input, and performing other administrative duties as assigned. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Function at front desk as Administrative Assistant, greeting all visitors, caregivers and participants; maintain all contacts made and follow up with Director. 
• Answer the phones, log messages and follow up on requests for information; record attendance on a daily basis; conduct tours as necessary.   
• Distribute intake packet for each prospective participant, and follow up on the return of necessary forms, and maintain packet literature.
• Assist with ongoing chart maintenance.
• Maintain roster and attendance sheets for Activity Coordinators; order meals for participants, including those with special dietary needs; maintain TAME forms, monthly menus and entertainment schedules.
• Assemble monthly billing information and forward to accounting at The Colorado Health Foundation; maintain accounts receivable.
• Collect timecards and distribute payroll documents biweekly.
• Work with case managers regarding Medicaid PAR issues and maintain all individual Medicaid information for participants, as well as all personal information; provide participant-specific information to insurance companies as required. 
• Process mail, incoming and outgoing.
• Maintain office supplies inventory, place kitchen orders.
• Provide administrative support to Director and staff as required, including coordinating mailings and setting up for special events. 
• Complete administrative projects as assigned; contribute to team environment in office; perform additional duties and tasks as requested by management.

Required Job Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• A minimum of three (3) years receptionist or administrative assistant experience in an office setting.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Internet, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and ability to use standard office equipment.
• Must type at least 55 wpm.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task; prioritize.
• Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
• Professional and friendly demeanor for front office presence.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience in a long-term care facility and/or working with seniors highly desirable.
• Experience in bookkeeping or general accounting a plus.
• The ability to work effectively and think creatively and strategically about the broad goals of JADP while following through on the detail-oriented work required by the position.

Personal Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an individual who possesses a warm, caring disposition, enjoys working with the elderly and is attracted to the mission of the Johnson Adult Day Program.  To successfully fulfill this position’s responsibilities requires the ability to remain calm in a busy organization, work effectively with nurses, Activity Coordinators, Certified Nursing Assistants and administrative personnel, and see what needs to get done and the initiative to do it.  The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter who is compassionate, organized, detail-oriented and enthusiastic; he or she will possess and demonstrate a can-do attitude and customer service ethic.  This candidate will also be keenly interested in contributing to the Johnson Adult Day Program.

Working Conditions

The facility, located in Englewood, CO at 3444 S. Emerson St, is a free-standing day center designed for the well-being of the elderly participants of the program.  This facility includes clinic room, small kitchen, larger rooms for participant groups, gated yard and conference rooms. 

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, please submit a cover letter, including salary requirements, and resume to:

The Colorado Health Foundation
Attn: Bria Cunneen
501 South Cherry Street, Suite 1100
Denver, CO  80246-1325.

You may also email your information to bria.cunneen@ColoradoHealth.org