PJTT Sustainability Supervisor

Summary:  

Prosperemos Juntos | Thriving Together accompanies community-driven coalitions as they design and implement a health equity strategy, develop leadership, and shift power to persons with lived experience of health inequities. The PJTT Sustainability Supervisor facilitates the Sustainability phase of PJTT, supervising a team of Coordinadores and Coordinators who work directly with coalitions as program officer, subject matter expert, organizational / coalition coach, and internal MHM advocate. During the PJTT Sustainability phase, this position is responsible for coordinating team member training, sustainability resource and capacity-building development, events, documentation and continuous improvement of internal processes, and usage of project management tools. 

Essential Duties:

Supervise PJTT Sustainability Team Members

• Provide supervision, support, and guidance to Coordinadores and Coordinators in their role as point of contact for PJTT coalitions, including attendance at coalition meetings as needed.
• Train and coach team members in the skills needed to facilitate conversations, planning efforts, and group decision-making processes with communities through critical thinking, teamwork, collaborative problem-solving, and inclusion.
• Coordinate and document internal training for PJTT processes, including team member onboarding, sustainability resources and capacity-building, coalition budgets, event logistics, and communication with MHM departments.
• Serve as a resource to team members making presentations in a variety of public settings on sustainability topics, including diversified funding, developing business plans, grant writing, financial structures, leadership development, measuring impact, and succession planning. Continuously update knowledge and expertise on these and other topics as new research and practices in the field emerge.
• Participate in development and facilitation of Communities of Solutions departmental plans for organizational culture engagement and team member engagement, as well as PJTT annual goals.
• Participate in PJTT check-ins, as requested by the CoS Director and PJTT Manager.

Coordinate PJTT Sustainability Phase

• Facilitate the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of PJTT events.
• Coordinate the development and continuous improvement of PJTT sustainability resources and capacity-building efforts.
• Coordinate the use of project management tools such as Asana to advance PJTT projects and deliverables.
• Identify and facilitate process improvement and documentation.
• Facilitate engagement with and involvement of other MHM departments in PJTT events and efforts, such as Communications and IT&S.
• Coordinate the cultivation and maintenance of strong relationships and communication with PJTT coalitions and their partners, including faith communities, community-based organizations, schools, and other nonprofits, ensuring that key stakeholders and MHM staff are consistently kept appropriately informed and engaged.
• Contribute toward consistent, proactive, and accountable communication within the Communities of Solutions department and with interdepartmental efforts and working groups to remove barriers and foster healthy team dynamics.
• Advocate for and contribute toward the advancement of health equity as both an outcome and a process by integrating community residents and MHM team members with recent lived experience of health inequities into decision-making processes throughout the organization.
• Assist the PJTT Manager with financial approval processes as requested, including coalition payments, consultant contracts, and event contracts.
• Facilitate weekly team meeting and monthly coalition debrief session.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To successfully perform this role, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty effectively. The qualifications outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.  

Education/Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in social/behavioral sciences, public health, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of experience in community outreach, organizing, or coalition building, including direct work with individuals who have lived experiences of inequities.
• Demonstrated experience engaging individuals with lived experience in projects, programs, and/or decision-making processes.
• Experience supervising, coaching, or developing individuals or teams.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing processes, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency using project management, data, and communication platforms such as Asana, Fluxx, and SharePoint.

1. Familiarity with sustainability strategies centered on people, processes, resources, and impact, including diversified funding, business planning, and measuring impact.

In lieu of a degree:

• High school diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in community outreach, organizing, or coalition-building roles.

Preferred:

1. Knowledge of community development models, such as Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD).
2. Experience addressing health and social inequities in marginalized populations.
3. Background in community organizing and working with grassroots organizations, including partnerships with faith-based organizations.
4. Strong project management, public speaking, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
5. Experience coaching individuals or teams and supporting professional development.
6. Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across departments and community partners.
7. Experience coaching teams, facilitating group processes, and fostering collaborative problem-solving.
8. Familiarity with grant management systems and program reporting processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises staff in their respected department in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; scheduling and approving timesheets; appraising performance; ensuring safety compliance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Language Ability:

Comfortable speaking and responding to questions in front of diverse audiences, including community members, leaders, and staff. Must be fluent in English; bilingual in Spanish preferred. Must be able to develop documents and deliver presentations.

Certificates and Licenses:

None. 

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools such as Zoom and MS Teams. Must be able to navigate online platforms and systems effectively. 

Reasoning Ability:

Demonstrates creative, strategic thinking and sound judgment. Able to work independently and collaboratively across diverse stakeholders to build consensus. Skilled in problem definition, data collection, analysis, and drawing valid conclusions. Excels in complex, matrixed environments with a focus on collaboration, negotiation, and innovation.

Core Competencies & Other Requirements:

• Commitment to health equity and community-driven approaches
• Learning-oriented mindset with willingness to innovate and “fail forward”
• Understanding of upstream and root cause community health work and the differences between charity, equity, and liberation
• Passion for creating positive change that leads to thriving communities
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and evolving circumstances
• Strategic and analytical thinking about social, economic, and political issues
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to engage across sectors
• Understanding of the roles and contributions of community stakeholders
• Must have a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and auto liability insurance

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This role involves bending, walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Travel within MHM’s service area is required up to 50% of the time. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.