Program Manager Nutrition/Chronic Disease/Oral Health/QI

This position will close on June 2. Applicants will be reviewed after the closing date and interviews will be conducted within the subsequent two-week period. About the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) The APCA is a non-profit association that was established in 1995. Our mission is Advancing Alaska's Wellness. We work to support the development and operation of Alaska's 29 federally qualified health centers and look-alike organizations.

What this role is:

The Program Manager - Nutrition, Chronic Disease, and Oral Health/Quality Improvement is a dynamic role focused on strengthening Alaska's Community Health Centers by advancing whole-person care through nutrition, chronic disease management, oral health integration, and quality improvement. Embedded within the Health Center Operations & Quality Department, this position blends strategic program development with hands-on technical assistance to help health centers build sustainable, effective systems of care. You'll play a key role in aligning clinical priorities with operational excellence, ensuring that health centers have the tools, workflows, and support needed to improve outcomes across the care continuum.

What You'll Do:

Provide/coordinate technical assistance and training on nutrition, chronic disease management, oral health integration, and quality improvement Support health centers in identifying workflow gaps and implementing tailored, sustainable improvements Guide implementation of screenings, interventions, and Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles Develop tools, resources, and best practices to strengthen clinical and operational performance Collaborate across departments and with partners to deliver coordinated, high-quality support Collect, analyze, and apply data to measure program impact and inform continuous improvement Contribute to program development, workplans, and performance tracking aligned with health center needs Participate in site visits, peer learning opportunities, and workforce-focused initiatives Manage partnerships and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and subject matter experts Support reporting, compliance, and alignment with funding and organizational priorities

How You'll Show Up:

You'll show up as a knowledgeable, approachable expert who turns complex clinical and operational concepts into practical, actionable solutions. You'll be collaborative and relationship-driven, working closely with health center teams to understand their unique challenges and co-create strategies that stick. You'll bring curiosity, adaptability, and a strong sense of ownership whether you're guiding a leadership team through a new initiative or digging into data to identify improvement opportunities. You'll communicate clearly, lead with purpose, and stay focused on driving meaningful, measurable impact while staying grounded in the realities of Alaska's unique healthcare landscape.

Why You'll Like Working Here:

You'll be part of a mission-driven team that's doing meaningful, on-the-ground work to improve healthcare across Alaska. This role gives you the best of both worlds: big-picture strategy and hands-on impact. You'll build strong relationships with health centers across the state, tackle complex challenges, and see the direct results of your work in better systems and healthier outcomes. If you like variety, purpose, and the chance to be a trusted expert in a space that truly matters, come join our team!