The Center for Evidence-based Policy (Center) is a national leader in evidence-based decision-making and policy design. The Center works with state policymakers in more than 25 states to use high-quality evidence to guide decisions, maximize resources, and improve health outcomes. The Center is objective and non-partisan, working in states across the country to support evidence-based decision-making. The Center does not lobby, and does not accept funding from industry, advocates, or trade associations. Though embedded within OHSU, the Center is entirely self-supporting.

 

Center staff members work closely with state and federal policymakers to research existing policies, programs, and develop policy options. The Center actively seeks staff partners who share its commitment to evidence, integrity, innovation, tangible results, and products that are independent, high-quality, evidence-based, and effective in meeting the needs of decision makers. The Center actively recruits and retains the highest quality personnel who are committed and passionate about achieving its mission. The Center strives to be a healthy and thriving work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. 

The Center’s Project Management Team consists of project leads and project coordinators who are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the Center’s many projects using widely accepted project management tools and techniques.

 

The Center hosts multiple meetings and conferences throughout the year, including large national conferences for state policymakers, project meetings locally and in other states, as well as internal staff trainings and retreats. The Project Coordinator in this role will oversee the planning and execution of these events, working closely with program staff on content while using their own strong organizational and problem solving skills to manage all logistics for in-person, hybrid, and virtual events. They will be the logisitics point person at events and must be comfortable adapting to unexpected situations and resolving unforseen challenges.

 

The Project Coordinator must be able to effectively communicate with a diverse array of employees and external stakeholders at all levels. They must have excellent written and oral communication skills, including relationship-building, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

 

The Project Coordinator will participate in special projects at the Center, providing high-quality support and coordination as a member of multi-faceted teams across the organization. They will work collaboratively with other team members to support the design, delivery, execution, monitoring, and follow-up of assigned projects.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience.

• Four years of experience as an executive assistant, administrative analyst, event coordinator, or administrative officer which included administrative duties, provision of technical assistance, or operations review. Two of the required years must have included administration or oversight of an on-going project or program.

• Extensive experience in event/meeting planning and management including working with diverse constituencies (national and international speakers, high level political figures, revenue clients, collaborating organizations, consultants, and subcontracting agencies)

• Experience troubleshooting complex technical and logistical issues in large  projects and client meetings

• Experience negotiating with vendors

• Experience working with government agencies

• Knowledge and experience in project management

• Experience developing project plans and monitoring and reporting on project progress

• Proficiency in use of project management software

• Extensive & efficient computer applications/software skills, including:

• MS Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, WebEx, and online survey tools

• Proficiency in electronic records cataloging and filing systems.

• Dependability and ability to function as part of a team as well as independently.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

• Experience working within government agencies
• Proficiency in use of Asana project management software
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent writing, editing, and word processing experience
• Ability to create simple databases and maintain existing ones
• Ability to create flow charts and algorithms

• Project management certification

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.