Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program Coordinator

Job Description

The Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition (BFHN) within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a passionate Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program Coordinator to strengthen statewide efforts in improving the health and well-being of children and families. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of data, policy, and community engagement, advancing both the Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant and the Racial Equity and Family Engagement Strategic Plan. As part of a collaborative and mission-driven team, you will contribute to shaping policies, uplifting community voices, and driving initiatives that ensure equitable outcomes for families across Massachusetts.

This position is well-suited for a professional who thrives in dynamic environments and values the integration of research, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement to inform meaningful changes. You will have the chance to connect with diverse partners-from caregivers and community organizations to health care providers and state leaders-ensuring strategies are both evidence-based and community-informed. With access to professional development in maternal and child health, racial equity, and leadership, this role provides an exciting opportunity to grow while making a lasting impact on public health in the Commonwealth.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Coordinate implementation of the Title V State Action Plan and the BFHN Racial Equity and Family Engagement Strategic Plan, engaging diverse internal and external partners.
• Plan, facilitate, and support workgroups, learning communities, and stakeholder meetings, including agenda development, communications, and logistical coordination.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to assess maternal and child health outcomes and inform program and policy development.
• Prepare accessible reports, policy briefs, and summaries, ensuring findings are communicated effectively to stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Lead data and narrative coordination for the Title V Annual Report, including drafting and supporting submission to Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
• Support performance measurement, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement activities, applying a racial equity lens to all processes.
• Conduct literature reviews, landscape assessments, and community profiles to guide evidence-based program and policy initiatives.
• Organize and conduct key informant interviews, focus groups, and surveys with youth, families, providers, and community partners.
• Ensure equitable community and family engagement by coordinating translation, interpretation, and compensation for participants.
• Contribute to special projects, state collaborations, and infrastructure-building efforts while pursuing ongoing professional development in MCH, racial equity, and leadership.

• Knowledge of human resource management principles, including organizational development, supervision, planning, and forecasting.
• Familiarity with work simplification methods and techniques to improve efficiency.
• Proficiency in preparing charts, graphs, tables, and general reports to communicate data effectively.
• Strong ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and develop sound recommendations.
• Skilled in gathering, organizing, and presenting information using proper formats and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write concisely, give clear instructions, and present ideas logically.
• Capacity to supervise and motivate staff, assign and review work, provide training, and address performance issues appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to establish rapport, maintain collaborative relationships, and interact tactfully with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong adaptability in responding to changing priorities, situations, and program needs.
• Sound judgment, discretion in handling confidential information, and commitment to maintaining accurate records.

• Experience working with maternal and child health programs, Title V initiatives, or other federal/state public health programs.
• Experience working with community-based organizations, health care providers, and families to inform policy and program design.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing racial equity and health equity in program planning and evaluation.