Special Project Manager

VCDO Administration

Full Time

79120BR

Job Summary

The Office of Diversity and Outreach (ODO) Operations Team seeks an experienced Special Project Manager to develop and implement projects and initiatives and to execute key strategic initiatives to support UCSF's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) mission and the operations of the Office of Diversity and Outreach. Under the supervision of the Manager of the Anti-Racism Initiative (ARI) in ODO, the Special Project Manager will manage a variety and evolving projects that provide programmatic support to ODO's key initiatives. This will include projects under the formation of a Center for Racial Justice in Health and Science and in alignment with the seven pillars of the Anti-Racism Initiative. The role will also engage and collaborate with DEI and Anti-Racism leaders and community partners on the campus and health system to ensure communications for strategic alignment and sharing information/resources, to track and collect progress and outcomes, to report and provide assessment and recommendations for opportunities and improvements to advance critical aspects of UCSF DEI and Anti-Racism goals.

Additionally, the Special Project Manager will be responsible for various administrative work to support ODO executive leaders and the operational demands of the central office. Duties include but are not limited to events planning, scheduling and coordinating of meetings, process development and management, budgeting and other logistical tasks.

This position exercises a broad range of project management and administrative skills and requires to work consultatively and independently in all aspects from concepts to completion. This position communicates with organizational leaders and partners with professionalism and judgement. The ideal candidate would be a team player and a strategic thinker, and is adaptable, organized, resourceful, receptive, efficient and timely to effectively and accurately execute evolving work and constant demands. Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with DEI program directors/administrators and partners to ODO is essential to succeed in this position.

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Department Description

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), has been at the forefront of addressing health care disparities and community health needs, while promoting diversity and inclusion among its students, trainees, staff and faculty. UCSF's commitment to diversity and inclusion is integral to fulfilling UCSF's mission to deliver the highest standard of excellence in health care delivery, scholarly research, community service, and training the next generation of health care professionals.

The Office of Diversity and Outreach (ODO) serves as the campus leader in building diversity in all aspects of the UC San Francisco mission through ongoing assessment, development of new programs and building consensus. We collaborate with the four professional schools, the Graduate Division, and the medical centers, to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across UCSF.

The Vice Chancellor's Office of Diversity and Outreach (VCDO) includes oversight for the Center for Science Education and Outreach, Disability, LGBT, Multicultural and CARE Resource Centers, the Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination, Sexual Violence Prevention and Response, and the direct administrative office of the Vice Chancellor of Diversity and Outreach.

The mission of the Office is to build a broadly diverse faculty, student, trainee and staff community, to nurture a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and to engage diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery and patient care. Our priority is to develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan for diversity and outreach that supports UCSF's mission of advancing health worldwide, and the recruitment and retention of talented employees and students who contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Minimum three years project management experience in the workforce
• Foundational understanding of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion issues
• Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional Certification
• Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses.
• Strong policy analysis techniques.
• Knowledge project management or work management platforms softwares such as SmartSheet, Asana.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

007398 PROJECT POLICY ANL 3

Job Category

Administrative Support, Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-F- 8-5 (Hybrid - Remote and office presence as needed)