The Health Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing all activities related to CleanAIRE NC’s Health Program. This role leads statewide engagement with medical and health professionals across all career stages and advances CleanAIRE NC’s mission by promoting improved air quality and climate stability through health education and advocacy. The Health Manager educates program members, colleagues, policymakers, and the public on environmental health impacts and supports advocacy efforts primarily at the state level, with additional initiatives at institutional, local, regional, and national levels. This role translates scientific and public health research into actionable insights that support policy, community engagement, and programmatic impact. Primary Responsibilities Health Program Leadership & Strategy Lead the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of all health-related initiatives, including asthma and respiratory health programs and heat-related illness prevention efforts. Measure the effectiveness of Health Program activities and assess the significance of program outcomes across North Carolina. Identify risks and opportunities related to health programming and recommend strategies for continuous improvement. Membership Engagement & Advisory Board Management Manage and grow the Health Program membership by recruiting new members and engaging current members statewide. Steward a diverse, informed network of medical and health professionals who support CleanAIRE NC’s healthy air and climate priorities. Manage the Health Advisory Board, including planning and facilitating quarterly meetings and coordinating member engagement. Research, Data Analysis & Health Communications Analyze, synthesize, and disseminate research on the health impacts of air pollution and climate change. Develop health-focused position statements and educational materials that support CleanAIRE NC’s policy priorities. Utilize and interpret environmental health data from sources such as the AirKeeper network, heat vulnerability indices, and related studies to identify priority communities and populations. Translate technical research and public health findings into accessible, compelling content for community members, policymakers, media, and partners. Advocacy & Policy Support Collaborate with the Advocacy Manager to draft op-eds, letters to the editor, health alerts, and public comments that support CleanAIRE NC’s advocacy objectives. Review EPA air quality standards and contribute health-based analysis to policy statements, regulatory comments, and advocacy materials. Conduct research on best-practice public health policies related to climate change, air quality, and equitable infrastructure development. Partnership Development & Capacity Building Develop and maintain partnerships with research institutions, health organizations, county health departments, advocacy organizations, policymakers, and members of the media. Design and deliver training modules for volunteers and community scientists focused on health risk communication and community engagement. Recruit, train, and supervise interns and volunteers supporting the Health Program. Funding, Events & Organizational Support Identify and support grant opportunities related to public health, including foundations, federal agencies, and health-focused philanthropic sources. Lead the strategic planning committee and coordinate logistics for the annual NC BREATHE Conference, including venue selection, agenda development, speaker coordination, event logistics, and staff support. Present at and attend events, conferences, and board or committee meetings, including leading monthly air, climate, and health trainings with responsibility for curriculum development and delivery. Draft content for organizational communication platforms, including blog posts, social media content, action alerts, and the monthly e-Bulletin. Participate in fundraising efforts and administrative tasks in collaboration with staff to support organizational operations and Health Program sustainability. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience developing, delivering, and evaluating educational health presentations. Experience in public health, environmental project management, event planning, and policy advocacy. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse audiences. High level of comfort with technology, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Asana, and Zoom. Bachelor’s degree in health, environmental science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Competencies: Environmental & Public Health Expertise Program & Project Management Data Interpretation & Health Communication Policy Analysis & Advocacy Support Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building Training & Capacity Development Organization & Attention to Detail Collaboration & Cross-Team Coordination Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or working at a computer. Ability to bend, crouch, reach, and lift materials up to 50 pounds. Ability to travel for meetings, trainings, and events as needed. Work Environment: This position operates in a dynamic, mission-driven work environment requiring flexibility and collaboration. The role includes independent work, team-based projects, community engagement, and participation in events and meetings. Occasional evening, weekend, and overnight travel may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity: CleanAIRE NC is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. CleanAIRE NC does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, language or accent, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on perceived characteristics or association with individuals or groups who possess any of these actual or perceived characteristics.