Director, Department Administrator

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders. At MSM we are leading the creation and advancement of health equity.

We exist to:

* Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

* Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce

* Address primary health care through programs in education, research, and service, with emphasis on people of color and the underserved urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation, and the world.

Morehouse School of Medicine formed a historic alliance with Common Spirit Health, the second nonprofit health system in the nation. This alliance (More In Common Alliance) MiCA, will enable the creation of health equity by expanding diversity in the healthcare workforce. To meet that goal, Morehouse School of Medicine has doubled its class size in both the Medical School and the Physician's Assistant program.

Moreover, the partnership with Common Spirit Health allows for expansion of the MSM-sponsored postgraduate training program to ten Common Spirit Hospitals nationwide. To meet this monumental endeavor, Common Spirit Health provided $115 million over a 10-year period. To fully realize all the goals of the alliance, MICA, along with MSM, will raise $ 100 million. The goal is to execute this vision over the next ten years.

Morehouse School of Medicine is seeking a Director of Administration and Finance who will be a strategic and creative team player responsible for participating in the development of the strategic direction, providing input on matters relating to the realization of the goals and objectives of MICA, as well as serving as a connecting link between the senior management of MSM and members of Common Spirit Health.

This position will support the following areas:

Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education relationships formed through the alliance, philanthropic endeavors supported through the alliance, and provide grant management services for any foundation or extramural funds secured to advance the vision of MICA.

Minimum Qualifications

* A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required.

* Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible administrative experience, preferably in academic medicine, higher education, healthcare, or research settings.

* Demonstrated financial acumen and financial skills for modeling, controls, and budget management.

* Strong interpersonal and communicative skills and

* Highly detail-oriented and executes with precision and accuracy.

* Ability to convey and explain complex information in a simplified way to others and

* Proficiency in multi-tasking, time management, and in establishing and organizing priorities; and

* Experience in clinical practice operations, research administration, and educational program support.

* Proven track record in budget development and financial management of department unit funding sources ranging from $10M to 50M.

Preferred Qualifications

A master's degree in healthcare administration, finance, health policy, public health, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred.

Previous experience supporting multiple administrative units with varying degrees of complexity.

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Responsible for developing and coordinating major financial reporting and budgeting activities for the More In Common Alliance

In concert with MICA leadership, will define, develop, and execute the business and financial plans of UME, GME, and philanthropic donations for the More in Common Alliance (MiCA) with Morehouse School of Medicine.

The incumbent will direct the financial strategy and day-to-day operations of the MiCA partnership, working with local and national partners to ensure the initial and ongoing ACGME accreditation of programs.

Lead the development and execution of the financial plan to support the strategic plan of…