Associate Vice President, Primary Care Association and Health Center Controlled Network (PCA and HCCN) Relations

Job Title: Associate Vice President, Primary Care Association and Health Center Controlled Network (PCA and HCCN) Relations
Reports To: Chief Experience Officer
Classification: Full-Time | Exempt

About NACHC:

Founded in 1971, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) serves as the leading voice for America’s Health Centers and the people and communities they serve. NACHC works to promote the provision of high-quality, affordable, community-based health care to everyone, particularly to underserved populations.

Position Summary:

The Associate Vice President (AVP), Primary Care Association and Health Center Controlled Networks (PCA and HCCN) serves as a key leader and strategic partner within the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) . Reporting directly to the Chief Experience Officer , the AVP is responsible for driving strategy, support, and advocacy efforts that enhance the capacity, performance, and impact of state and regional Primary Care Associations (PCAs) and Health Center Controlled Networks (HCCNs) across the country.

This individual will lead a dynamic team and collaborate across NACHC departments to deliver high-value technical assistance, capacity building, and learning opportunities. The AVP plays a vital role in aligning PCA and HCCN engagement with national policy priorities, innovations in care delivery, health IT, and value-based care models, with the chief goal of strengthening the entire health center movement.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight

• Develop and lead strategies that elevate the role and effectiveness of PCAs and HCCNs in advancing community health center missions.
• In collaboration with the Chief Experience Officer (CXO), pursue alignment opportunities with the PCA Leadership Council, National PCA Hub, HCCN Task Force, HCCN Collaborative and other PCA and HCCN groups to integrate strategies, identify measurable outcomes, elevate PCA and HCCN successes and expertise, and, leverage collective resources and to advance community health centers, scale best practices, and reduce unnecessary redundancies.
• Represent NACHC in national meetings of PCAs, HCCNs, and community health centers, articulating NACHC’s vision, providing updates on NACHC activities, and listening to the needs of PCAs, HCCNs, and community health centers.
• Build and maintain relationships with PCA/HCCN leaders, staff, and other stakeholders. This includes working closely with the PCA and HCCN leadership groups, NACHC's Board of Directors, and other NACHC staff to ensure that PCA/HCCN perspectives are well-represented in the organization's decision-making and programming.
• Oversee the development and implementation of NACHC's PCA/HCCN-related programs and services.
• Oversee the design and implementation of national initiatives, peer learning collaboratives, and technical assistance programs targeted to PCAs and HCCNs including the annual PCA/HCCN Conference, the PCA/HCCN Leadership Development Program, and other initiatives that support PCAs/HCCNs.
• Serve as an advisor on issues related to PCA/HCCN funding, program performance, infrastructure development, and federal compliance.

• Engage and collaborate with PCA and HCCN leaders to identify common priorities, share best practices, and strengthen collective capacity.
• Serve as a liaison between NACHC and PCAs/HCCNs to ensure consistent, timely communication and alignment of efforts.
• Foster strong relationships with HRSA’s Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC), federal partners, and other national stakeholders to represent PCA and HCCN interests.

• Identify goals and collaborative tactics to improve NACHC membership in each state.
• Collaborate with PCAs to support bi-directional alignment of NACHC Strategic Pillars and PCA goals.

• Promote data-driven decision making and support the integration of health IT, quality improvement, and value-based care initiatives within PCA and HCCN communities.
• Monitor trends, opportunities, and challenges facing PCAs and HCCNs, and provide actionable insights to inform national strategies.

• Represent NACHC and the health center network at conferences, meetings, and working groups.
• Advance thought leadership in the areas of primary care transformation, population health, digital health, and health equity.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration and innovation within the team and across partner networks.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Public Policy, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in community health, public health, or healthcare delivery systems, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of health center operations, federal funding mechanisms (including HRSA grants), and the roles of PCAs and HCCNs.
• Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and multi-stakeholder projects.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience leading a PCA and/or HCCN or leadership role in PCA and/or HCCN.
• Ability and willingness to travel to NACHC conferences and PCA and/or HCCN events. Travel may be up to 50% during the PCA/HCCN conference season.

Preferred:

• Experience with federal cooperative agreements or grants management.
• Familiarity with health IT strategies, data exchange, and quality reporting in community health settings.

Salary: $200,000-$225,000