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Program Manager, Diabetes (3 Positions/Multiple Focus Areas)

ABOUT NACDD

The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a member-based Association that improves the health of the public by strengthening state-based leadership and expertise for chronic disease prevention and management. NACDD’s core membership is composed of the 59 State and Territorial Health Department Chronic Disease Directors and their staff who protect the health of the public through primary and secondary prevention efforts and work upstream on root causes of chronic conditions. In addition, NACDD unites 7,000 chronic disease professionals across the United States working in state, tribal, and territorial health departments; nonprofits; academia; and the private industry to promote health and reduce the burden of chronic disease. As a national, nonprofit, professional Association, we advocate, educate, and provide technical assistance to inform programming and grow chronic disease prevention knowledge, leadership, and capacity.

NACDD Employee Total rewards and benefit Options:

*Flexible work hours *100% Remote *Paid holidays *Medical insurance *Dental insurance *Vision insurance *Flexible spending account (FSA) *Professional development *Career growth opportunities *Paid time off (PTO) *Paid sick leave *Paid volunteer time *401(k) with employer match *Employee assistance program (EAP) *Long-term disability *Basic life/AD&D *Critical illness coverage *Accident coverage *Short-term disability *Home office supply support *Wellness activities *Employee recognition program *Employee engagement committees

Location: Remote (select U.S. states)
Department: Center for Advancing Healthy Communities (CAHC)
Reports To: Associate Director, Diabetes
Salary Range: $88,000–$95,000
Travel: Up to 10%
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Funding: Grant-funded through July 31, 2026 (continuation contingent on funding)

Position Overview

NACDD is hiring three (3) Program Managers, Diabetes to support CDC-funded initiatives within our Diabetes Portfolio. We are filling multiple Program Manager positions under a single posting, each focused on a distinct strategic area of diabetes prevention and care.

All Program Managers will:

  • Lead multi-partner, grant-funded projects
  • Coordinate subject matter experts and vendors
  • Manage workplans, budgets, and CDC reporting
  • Facilitate learning communities, technical assistance, and convenings
  • Collaborate closely with evaluation and communications teams

Program Focus Areas

1) Health for All (Equity- and Community-Focused Programming)

This role centers on health equity, tribal partnerships, and culturally responsive approaches to diabetes prevention and management.

Key project areas include:

  • Prediabetes health marketing and outreach
  • Diabetes prevention support for tribes
  • Technical assistance for Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country (GHWIC) recipients

Best fit for candidates with experience in:

  • Working with tribes, tribal organizations, or Indigenous-serving entities
  • Community-driven health promotion and health communications
  • Equity-focused public health initiatives

2) Innovating Coverage & Care (Employers, Systems, and Community Models)

This role focuses on expanding access through innovative coverage models and cross-sector partnerships.

Key project areas include:

  • Employer coverage of the National DPP
  • Health equity–driven coverage models
  • Community Care Hubs and social needs integration
  • Umbrella Hub arrangements and systems-level capacity building

Best fit for candidates with experience in:

  • Employer engagement or community-based organizations
  • Systems-level thinking and implementation
  • Innovations in care delivery or coverage models

3) Public Payment Solutions (Medicare & Medicaid)

This role focuses on public payer coverage and reimbursement strategies for diabetes prevention and self-management.

Key project areas include:

  • National DPP Medicare coverage capacity building
  • Medicaid coverage and enrollment strategies
  • DSMES coverage under Medicare and Medicaid

Best fit for candidates with experience in:

  • Medicare and/or Medicaid policy or payment systems
  • Public health financing or reimbursement strategy
  • Technical assistance related to public payer implementation

Core Responsibilities (All Roles)

  • Manage multiple CDC-funded projects from planning through reporting
  • Develop and track workplans, timelines, and budgets
  • Coordinate contractors, subject matter experts, and partners
  • Lead meetings, trainings, and peer-learning activities
  • Produce high-quality deliverables and required reports
  • Collaborate across NACDD teams to align strategy and impact
  • Identify opportunities for cross-project learning and synergy

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, health sciences, or a related field
  • 5–7 years of experience managing chronic disease prevention or health promotion programs
  • Experience working on CDC- or federally funded initiatives
  • Demonstrated project management and facilitation expertise
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications (Varies by Focus Area)

  • Master’s degree in Public Health or related field
  • Experience in:
    • Tribal or Indigenous health (Health for All)
    • Employer-based or systems-level initiatives (Innovating Coverage & Care)
    • Medicare/Medicaid coverage and payment (Public Payment Solutions)
  • Prior experience in state or local health departments or member-based organizations

Location & Work Environment

  • Remote position
  • Must reside in one of the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, or Washington;
  • Home-based work environment with periodic travel- up to 10%

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing how their previous experience aligns with the requirements of this position. Of particular interest, please highlight:

  • Your experience in planning, implementing, and leading chronic disease prevention or health promotion programs.
  • Your experience working on programs funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other federal agencies.
  • Your experience managing grant work plans and reporting requirements.
  • Your approach and experience in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously, including strategies you use to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.

Applications without a cover letter specifically addressing these details will not be considered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

This position is primarily performed remotely in a home-based office environment. The role involves frequent computer use, sitting and/or standing as preferred by the employee, virtual collaboration, and participation in video and audio conferences. The employee must be able to communicate clearly, focus for extended periods, manage competing priorities, and work independently within a remote setting. Occasional travel may be required.

NACDD is an equal opportunity employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About National Association of Chronic Disease Directors
The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a member-based Association that improves the health of the public by strengthening state-based leadership and expertise for chronic disease prevention and management. NACDD’s core membership is composed of the 59 State and Territorial Health Department Chronic Disease Directors and their staff who protect the health of the public through primary and secondary prevention efforts and work “upstream” on root causes of chronic conditions. In addition, NACDD unites 7,000 chronic disease professionals across the United States working in state, tribal, and territorial health departments; nonprofits; academia; and the private industry to promote health and reduce the burden of chronic disease. As a national, nonprofit, professional Association, we advocate, educate, and provide technical assistance to inform programming and grow chronic disease prevention knowledge, leadership, and capacity.
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https://govphcareers.astho.org/jobs/21992153/program-manager-diabetes-3-positions-multiple-focus-areas

Date Posted
01/22/2026
Job Reference
21992153
Organization
National Association of Chronic Disease Directors
Location
Atlanta, GA
Category
Project/Program Management
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