Director of Regulatory Affairs (Remote)
WHO WE ARE
ETR (Education, Training and Research) is a national non-profit passionate about our mission to improve health and increase opportunities for youth, families and communities. We seek to promote equity and justice through understanding and addressing the ways health and education outcomes are influenced by the complex interactions between people and their environment. As a learning organization with a focus on mission-driven impact, we value diversity and inclusion of different perspectives and ideas, collaboration and continuous learning, both within the organization and in our partnerships. We are looking for people who share our passion for health equity, social justice and learning.
THE IMPACT WE ARE LOOKING TO MAKE
We envision a world where all people have the information, skills and opportunities to lead healthy lives. With the purpose of reducing disparities and increasing equity in health and education, we uplift and support our partners to do work across the country and around the globe in advancing health equity for youth, families and communities.
We achieve our vision and mission by linking innovation and research to practice. We drive the science through program development, applied research and evaluation and scale innovation through capacity building and dissemination.
HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this Director position will oversee ETR’s compliance practices, procedures, and contractual performance. Providing guidance to the Leadership Team, the Director of Regulatory Affairs will advise ETR’s divisions including but not limited to Business Development, Operations, Finance, Public Affairs, and People and Culture. This is a remote position and can work from anywhere within the United States.
CULTURAL ATTRIBUTES
- You possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills with colleagues, partners and clients with utmost integrity, courtesy and diplomacy.
- You are capable of embracing the ideas of others and seek to understand others’ points of view to further our shared mission and vision.
- You enjoy working independently as well as collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines. You are capable of using technology to effectively and professionally communicate with co-located and remote colleagues.
- You are self-motivated and capable of strategically prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment.
- You embrace a spirit of learning and curiosity in your work and proactively seek out answers and solutions to questions and challenges that arise.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
- Masters degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, Finance, Public Health or a related field required. J.D. a plus
- Demonstrated knowledge of the workings of state and federally funded projects; Experience with CA grants and contracts a plus
- Five or more years’ experience in project management and managing and mentoring all levels of staff.
- At least five years’ experience in contract/grants management.
- Track record of competitive federal and/or state contract and grant projects, including negotiating and acting as liaison with funders and interpreting contract/grant requirements to project staff.
- Strong track record of capacity to contribute to the refinement of governance, risk, and compliance programs with particular emphasis on the protection, secure handling, and privacy of client and research subject personally identifiable information.
- Working knowledge of U.S. regulations governing grants, cooperative agreements and contracts, and OMB Uniform Guidance, along with all applicable CFR regulations.
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial transactions and handling complex IP-related legal issues.
- Excellent drafting skills and ability to adapt legal requirements in balanced, creative, and pragmatic ways, consistent with company objectives, policies, and processes
- Familiar with various health program areas applicable to the work of the ETR.
- Ability to assess appropriate levels of staffing for project activities.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Excellent leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to manage several tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to adapt to timeline adjustments and reorganize work accordingly.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and records with tact and discretion.
- Computer literate with strong knowledge of computer software (spreadsheets, Microsoft Office Suite).
- Able and willing to travel.
- The use of a personal vehicle or rental car for ETR business will require a valid driver’s license; and proof of insurance.
Location: Remote – United States.
Starting Pay Range: $126,700-154,900 annually. The typical hiring range for this position is $126,700-140,800 at 100% FTE. The starting salary is determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience.
WORKING AT ETR
ETR employees enjoy a competitive salary, amazing 401(K) and health benefits as well as generous PTO and holiday pay. You will contribute to making a difference in the world!
For more detailed information about this position and ETR, please visit our website:
www.etr.org
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to:
https://www.etr.org/about-us/careers/
ETR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO and AA Employer/VET/Disabled
ETR is an equal opportunity employer and supports a vision where all staff – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, socioeconomic background, or religious affiliation – feel there is space for a diversity of experiences to be represented, respected and valued.
