Program Coordinator

The University of New Mexico's Project ECHO has an amazing opportunity for a Program Coordinator to join our team! This individual will assist in the development and execution of the New Mexico Peer Education Project (NMPEP).

NMPEP is a collaboration between Project ECHO and the New Mexico Corrections Department. With a solutions-based focus, the project trains selected prisoners to become Peer Educators. The goal is to increase an individual's self- efficacy to ensure successful transition back into the community and ultimately reduce recidivism.

As a successful Program Coordinator, you will work alongside other project members to coordinate weekly ECHO program sessions, as well as the NMPEP in-person prison trainings. You will play an active role in:

* Attending and co-facilitating NMPEP trains the trainer 40-hour training in 10 NM prison facilities

* Coordinating training dates with 10 NM prison liaisons to conduct person train the trainer NMPEP 40 Hour training and for NMPEP Enhanced reentry Education Training for peer educators

* Develop educational presentations and curriculum for NMPEP ECHO sessions.

* Assisting in the planning and organizing of NMPEP team meetings.

* Acting as the central point of contact for Medical students who attend and contribute to NMPEP ECHO sessions.

* Scheduling and coordinating meetings between Sr. Associate Director, Sr. Program Manager, Program Manager or Program Coordinator with internal or external constituencies involved in program activities

* Scheduling and coordinating activities of support staff, consultants, faculty, and volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives

* Coordinating Biweekly, monthly, and quarterly NMPEP ECHO sessions, including setting agenda and securing guest speakers

* Write, edit, and coordinate the development of educational materials, training manuals, newsletters, and promotional materials.

* Maintain program/project records, research information, and prepare reports as required.

Project ECHO is unique and innovative center based within a vibrant academic community at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. Our mission is to democratize implementation of best practices with a goal of helping 1 billion people lead better lives. We are looking for mission-driven high performers who share similar values to join our team and help us achieve this goal.

Project ECHO is committed to democratizing implementation of best practices in healthcare, education and other areas where first mile professionals need support. We do this by training universities, nonprofits, and dedicated individuals on facilitation skills and how to set up robust virtual communities of practice to be able to scale their own expertise and missions to the benefit of their local communities. Over the past 20 years, Project ECHO and our partners have trained more than 1,000 partners who make up our global network of Universities, ministries of health, and NGOs around the world. Examples of programs we and others run include infectious disease control (Hepatitis C, HIV), mental health and addiction treatment, literacy, math, climate mitigation and many more.

Project ECHO is funded in part by philanthropic grants and gifts from organizations such as the GE Foundation, the Helmsley Charitable Trust, the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, the Merck Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the US Government. Additionally, for programming benefitting New Mexico we receive support from the NM Legislature, the New Mexico Human Services Department and the New Mexico Department of Health.

Project ECHO prides itself on being a values-based organization and inclusive place to work. Our seven values include: Service to the Underserved, Democratization of Knowledge, Mutual Trust and Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Accountability, Innovation and Learning and Joy of Work. We strive to find individuals who can embrace and exemplify these values. In addition, Project ECHO was named one of Albuquerque's Top Three Best Places to Work in 2023. This award recognizes organizations of all sizes with exceptional climates, team atmospheres, benefits, and employee engagement. For more information and a brief overview of benefits available please visit Project ECHO Newsroom.

We work with partners all over the world and work hours outside of normal business hours may be required. We are fortunate to have access to advanced technology, which will require some teleworking.

See the Position Description for additional information.

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High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Direct lived or professional experience with justice-involved individuals
• Highly organized and self-motivated
• Skilled or able to quickly learn software platforms, such as Smartsheet.

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