Director, Oral Health Strategy

Director of Oral Health Strategy

Final date to receive applications:
February 9th, 2026

This role offers remote flexibility for candidates living outside the Greater Cincinnati region and residing in Ohio, with occasional in-person days at Health Path’s Cincinnati office as needed.

Health Path Foundation of Ohio

Are you ready to make a difference in the health and wellbeing of Ohioans? Health Path Foundation of Ohio is seeking a Director of Oral Health Strategy focused on providing strategic, operational, and policy leadership for Health Path’s oral health initiatives. Understanding the critical role healthy mouths play in building healthy people, Oral Health Ohio (OHO) has built a statewide coalition with more than 600 members and stakeholders dedicated to improving oral health outcomes for all Ohioans—particularly populations at highest risk for poor oral health.

This role drives positive health outcomes by leading coalition strategy, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and resource development while ensuring alignment with Health Path’s mission, values, and broader population health priorities. The Director serves as the primary point of contact for OHO partners, funders, policymakers, and contractors, and acts as a visible champion and spokesperson for oral health systems change across Ohio.

• Provide overall leadership for Oral Health Ohio by guiding implementation of the coalition’s strategic plan and ensuring progress toward mission, vision, and long-term objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, policy priorities, and innovative approaches to advance oral health, prevention, and health equity.
• Align OHO strategies with Health Path’s broader population health and grantmaking priorities.
• Partner with internal Health Path staff to research and inform oral health investment strategies and systems-level impact.

• Convene, support, and sustain a diverse statewide coalition of partners, including community organizations, healthcare providers, policymakers, advocates, and national organizations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with state and local agencies, funders, and public/private partners to advance oral health systems change.
• Facilitate collaboration across sectors and geographies to drive shared goals and coordinated action.

• Provide subject-matter expertise on oral health policy and systems issues.
• Collaborate with OHO’s lobbyist to monitor legislative and regulatory developments and support coalition advocacy efforts.
• Educate policymakers and stakeholders through briefings, written materials, testimony, and presentations.

• Manage the oral health program and coalition budget, ensuring sound financial stewardship and alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants, sponsor ships, and partnerships.
• Prepare grant proposals, reports, and funder communications.
• Oversee contracts, vendors, and consultants as needed.

• Serve as a public-facing leader and spokesperson for Health Path’s oral health initiatives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and communication materials for Health Path leadership, advisory boards, funders, and coalition members.
• Plan and organize OHO’s biennial statewide Oral Health Symposium and other convenings.
• Communicate policy, program, and coalition updates through appropriate channels, including the website and member communications.

• Supervise interns and volunteers as needed.
• Support effective onboarding, documentation, and operational continuity of coalition activities.

• Inspiring Others
• Cultivating Networks & Partnerships
• Driving Execution
• Facilitating Change
• Operational Decision Making
• Community Focus

• Strong coalition leadership and systems-level thinking in complex public health environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public presentations and policy advocacy.
• Proven ability to convene diverse stakeholders and facilitate collaborative…