Project Director

American Nurses Association ANA

13th St, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Technology

Full Time

Job Description

Career Title: Project Director

Department: Nursing Programs

Note: The hiring range is capped due to federal award

FLSA: Exempt

Grant Information: #SM-24-009

The Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) at the American Nurses Enterprise (ANE) grew as a response to the lack of mental health and substance abuse nurse professionals who could provide culturally competent care to an increasingly diverse population with ever-expanding needs for mental health and substance abuse disorders services, research, advocacy, and policy development.

Through the MFP, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides federal grants to increase the number of PhD prepared nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and marriage and family therapists from underrepresented ethnic minority groups who will:

Conduct research about substance abuse and mental health disorders prevention and treatment within minority populations, across all age groups and in a variety of settings.

Assume leadership roles in the initiation of scientific investigations and service utilization phenomena that occur among ethnic minority populations.

Expand and contribute to the evidence-based practice of substance abuse and mental health disorders prevention and treatment among ethnic minority populations throughout the lifespan; and

Function as leaders and members of interdisciplinary research, public health policy, and direct-service care teams with the objective of improving the overall health status of ethnic minority populations.

Career Summary:

The Nursing Programs/MFP/ SAMHSA team is seeking a high-performing and dedicated Deputy Project Director (DPD). In this role, the DPD will partner with the Project Director and other MFP team members on strategy development to include increasing visibility and relevance within the broader nursing community.

Career Summary:

The Nursing Programs/MFP/ SAMHSA team is seeking a dedicated and high-performing Project Director for MFP and SAMHSA programs at the ANE. The Project Director is a full-time, leadership role responsible for the daily programmatic operations of the MFP. This position ensures effective oversight of grant deliverables, staff, budget management, reporting requirements, and fellow engagement. Working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI)/Director and other internal and external stakeholders, the Project Director ensures the smooth, timely, and mission-aligned execution of MFP activities.

Join the American Nurses Enterprise (ANE) and be part of the team building a healthy world through the power of nurses. Our goals are to (1) Elevate the Profession of Nursing Globally

(2) Evolve the Practice of Nursing to Improve Health, Health Care, and Health Equity and (3) Ensure the Professional Success of Nurses. Our core values: Trusted, Inclusive, Innovative and Empowered guide everything we do. We are committed to creating a supportive and dynamic workplace where employees can thrive.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements and generous paid time off. Our modern office spaces are designed to foster collaboration and creativity. The collaborative culture and supportive team environment make ANE a great place to grow your career.

What You Will Do:

Program Operations & Oversight

Directs the daily operations of the MFP, ensuring alignment with ANA’s mission and SAMHSA

grant expectations.

Provides strategic leadership and day-to-day direction to MFP staff.
Supervises program staff and contractors, including performance management and team development.
Conducts weekly one-on-one and team meetings to ensure alignment and accountability.

Grant & Budget Management

Collaborates with the PI/Director on all phases of grant lifecycle: research, planning, proposal development, timelines, reporting, and submission.
Manages and implements the MFP budget in partnership with ANA’s CFO and relevant staff.
Prepares budget projections, monitors expenditures, and negotiates grant subcontracts with internal ANA departments.

Application & Fellow Management

Oversees recruitment, application review, and selection process for MFP fellowships.
Performs initial application reviews, ensures completeness, and communicates review processes to applicants.
Implements reappointment procedures and monitors fellow progress for compliance with program requirements.
Develops and monitors individualized action plans for fellows as needed.

Data & Reporting

Leads data collection, entry, and analysis, ensuring timely preparation of progress reports for SAMHSA and ANA stakeholders.
Administers surveys and questionnaires to fellows and academic partners; prepares statistical summaries and insights for strategic decision-making.

Communications & Outreach

Collaborates with Digital and Communication teams to manage and grow the MFP’s web and social media presence (website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
Promotes program visibility and disseminates opportunities for fellows and prospects.

Meetings & Program Events

Organizes meetings for the MFP Advisory Committee, ANA leadership, and other relevant bodies.
Co-develops 3.5-day Intensive Training Institutes with the PI and National Advisory Committee, including agenda design, speaker and venue contracts, and logistical arrangements.
Some travel required for program events and external stakeholder meetings.

What you bring to the American Nurses Enterprise:

Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Related Work Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of association or nonprofit management experience.
Proven experience managing federal grants, especially with SAMHSA or similar funding agencies, preferred.

Skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage teams and develop staff.
Expertise in budget oversight and grant reporting.
Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
High-level data management and analytical capabilities.
Political sensitivity and interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
Commitment to equity, cultural competency, and the mission of the MFP.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Master’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
Certification in Emotional Intelligence

What ANE Offers You:

Join us and support more than 5 million Registered Nurses in the United States.

Every role within ANA contributes to a healthier world through the “Power of Nurses.”

An opportunity to help transform a 129-year-old organization to meet the future needs and demands within Health Care.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIAB)

Be a role model for embracing and empowering the uniqueness of every employee.

Continuously innovating through creative and strategic initiatives.

Exceptional benefits including, but not limited to 401K retirement contributions of up to 7%, generous PTO which includes the week-off between Dec 25 and Jan 1, in addition to Personal Days-off, 11 paid Holidays, excellent health/medical benefits, and much more

Commitment to your career development and advancement through ANE learning and development programs (internally and externally).

Work Schedule:

Hybrid employees must work a minimum of 20% in the office.

Location:

ANE Headquarters office located at: 8403 Colesville Road, Suite 500, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Learn more about the American Nurses Enterprise:

https://www.nursingworld.org/ana-enterprise-jobs/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-nurses-association

The American Nurses Enterprise:

Founded in 1896, the American Nurses Enterprise is the family of nonprofit organizations that comprise of the American Nurses Association, including the American Nurses Association (ANA), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the American Nurses Foundation (ANF)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The ANE is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.