How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary Zero to Thrive is seeking a Business Development and Engagement Manager to pursue opportunities for the development and advancement of our mission of supporting resilience for families from conception through childhood. Under direction of the Strategy Director, the Business Development and Engagement Manager will assume a leadership role in the development and implementation of business plans and monitoring progress towards long-term goals, with a focus on the successful commercialization and replication of Strong Roots programs and the enrollment of perinatal providers in MC3 Perinatal. Additionally, this employee will coordinate and support building and maintaining relationships with potential new project partners (e.g., U-M schools/colleges/units, other universities, external organizations, institutions, corporations, and foundations) that leverage Zero to Thrive initiatives and its brand. Zero to Thrive is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion across all areas of our work. We believe this commitment extends, not only to our community partners and the families we serve, but also to the faculty, trainees and staff who make up our team. We believe this diversity of people and perspectives enriches our group and the work we accomplish together as we strive toward our vision of supporting all families, from pregnancy through early childhood, to have the well-being necessary to achieve their full potential. As part of this commitment, we encourage applicants from all groups to apply for this position, particularly those who have historically been less represented in academic institutions. Mission Statement Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Why Join Michigan Medicine? Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good. What Benefits can you Look Forward to? * Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day * 2:1 Match on retirement savings Responsibilities* (50%) Business development strategy and stakeholder engagement: * Develop and implement a business plan to support the national replication and commercialization of Strong Roots programs, including monitoring user license agreements, fidelity assurance, and pricing of services. * Serve as liaison with Office of Technology Transfer to successfully commercialize Zero to Thrive programs * Develop and implement an outreach and engagement strategy for MC3 Perinatal to increase perinatal provider enrollment in the program. * Build and maintain knowledge of the fields of early relational health and perinatal mental health, including stakeholders and potential collaborators. * Support the business aspects of other programs under the Zero to Thrive umbrella as needed. * Work with communications specialists from Department of Psychiatry and Depression Center, Michigan Medicine, and the University of Michigan Office of Communications to develop communications strategy to support the strategic priorities of Zero to Thrive. (35%) Project Management and Leadership: * Actively participate as member of Zero to Thrive leadership team * Coordinate and support building and maintaining relationships with potential new project partners (e.g., U-M schools/colleges/units, other universities, external organizations, institutions, corporations, and foundations) to advance the mission of Zero to Thrive. * Take projects from original concept through completion. Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports. * Proactively identify, raise issues, and make recommendations before such information is requested. * Oversee project deliverables such as outreach to potential partners, engagement and stewardship of partners, progress reports, following up on requests from funders and stakeholders. * When encountering problems, recommend and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions. * Plan and execute meetings and events that bring key stakeholders together. (15%) Supervisory Responsibilities * Effectively build relationships to support staff, including identification of appropriate resource needs for growth and development, monitoring of performance, promotion of teamwork, cohesion, and rewarding team dynamics. * This person may have supervision responsibilities for three staff which could grow as funding and project scope increases: Admin Assistant, Communications Specialist; and Research Associate. Staff supervised have responsibility for tasks that include, but are not limited to, administrative support for projects under the Zero to Thrive program, collection of QI/QA data relevant to implementation of Zero to Thrive activities, support in preparing graphics and program materials, recording and reporting faculty and staff activity, and assistance completing project-specific goals and objectives. Required Qualifications* * Bachelor's degree and more than 4 years professional experience providing supervision and guidance to other staff * Demonstrated experience developing and implementing business plans and overall strategy * Experience synthesizing complex concepts clearly and concisely and communicating sensitive topics effectively * Excellent project management and organizational skills, strong problem-solving abilities, tenacity about details and organization * Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail * Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment * Able to come up to speed on new topics quickly, multi-task effectively, and produce high-quality work under time constraints; flexible and able to adapt to changing timelines and circumstances when needed * Requires independent judgment to search out appropriate course of action within the context of policies and procedures. * Familiarity with the health care environment and trends. Desired Qualifications* * Strong knowledge of University policies and procedures. * Master?s degree in business, public health, public administration, or related field strongly preferred. * Work experience or deep understanding of issues that impact families from prenatal throughout early childhood. Work Schedule M-F Work Locations Remote and Rachel Upjohn Building Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes