Job Title: Senior Program Advisor
Department: New York City Regional Electronic Adoption Center for
Division: Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness
Bureau: Bureau of Equitable Health Systems
Location: Gotham Center, 42-09 28th St, Long Island City, NY 11101
Reports to Title: Executive Director of Community Healthcare Support
Schedule & Hours: 8 am-12 pm, Monday-Friday (20hrs)
Workplace Flexibility Modality: Hybrid (3 days - office, 2 days - remote)
Work Environment: Office/remote
Grant End Date: 9/1/2028
Created Date: 8/18/2025
Revised Date: 8/28/2025
Salary: $150/per hour
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Who We Are:
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.
Our Culture:
We embrace a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, where open communication drives our impact.
About The Role:
In collaboration with FPHNY, the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking an experienced and analytical Senior Program Advisor to lead the development, implementation, and evaluation for a range of public health programs. This position will also be responsible for identifying new grants and funding opportunities, as well as assisting with the grant application process. This position plays a critical role in advancing evidence-based strategies, strengthening program impacts, improving outcomes, and promoting health equity across our community.
About the Program:
The Bureau of Equitable Health Systems (BEHS), a bureau within the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), is devoted to improving population health by supporting and promoting primary care for all New Yorkers. BEHS also operates the New York City Regional Electronic Adoption Center for Health (NYC REACH) by assisting providers in New York City through practice transformation, quality improvement initiatives, and other support services, such as Meaningful Use support, revenue cycle management, and data security. To learn more about this groundbreaking project, visit us atwww.nyc.gov/pciporwww.nycreach.org.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the acquisition of new grant opportunities, including grant writing and research functions.
- Identify opportunities for collaboration with external stakeholders related to new grant opportunities.
- Develop and design strategies and systems to address specific program goals.
- Design and oversee evaluation frameworks and logic models for specific programs.
- Lead the development of performance metrics and data collection protocols aligned with public health goals.
- Advise on quantitative and qualitative data evaluation to assess program effectiveness and impact.
- Produce comprehensive program reports and briefs for internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and training to program managers on program protocols, methods, and tools.
- Collaborate with health systems, community-based organizations, and academic partners on participatory strategies.
- Integrate health equity and cultural competence into all program activities.
Requirements:
- Clinical degree.
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Sciences, Evaluation Sciences, or related field.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation, preferably in a public health or nonprofit setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in grant writing functions.
- Strong knowledge of public health frameworks, social determinants of health, and equity-centered evaluation.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/organization.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
Benefits:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
- Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
- A retirement savings plan with a generous employer contribution
- Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
- Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
At-Will Employment Statement:
Employment with FPHNY is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Residency Requirement:
You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.
