Regional Deputy Director, OPP Native Communities

About the Program

The Overdose Prevention Program partners with U.S. states, Tribal Nations, and Native communities to advance evidence-based strategies that reduce overdose deaths. Through grant funding and tailored technical assistance, the program helps government, institutional, and community partners strengthen policies, implement innovative programs, and mobilize local action to address the evolving overdose crisis. Our work spans the neighborhood, municipal, county, state, and Tribal levels, supporting sustainable public health solutions that are responsive to local needs.

Program staff are organized into multidisciplinary regional teams, each managing a portfolio of states or Native communities. These teams work closely with colleagues in Operations and with subject matter experts in Communications, Program Evaluation & Knowledge Management, and Legal & Policy to deliver coordinated, high-impact support.

About the Role

The Regional Deputy Director (RDD), Native Communities leads strategy and program implementation for an assigned portfolio. Drawing on extensive experience working in state or tribal government, or in a senior role at a national organization serving Native communities, the RDD spearheads the strategy and navigates the complexities of leading the government and tribal relations pillar of the program strategy. This role adapts overarching program goals, strategies, and directives to local contexts and is accountable for the strategic work plan, budget, and outcomes across the portfolio.

This is a new role for the Overdose Prevention program. It is a full-time position preferably based in the New York City metro area; we will consider other locations in the U.S. dependent on the work (North Carolina, New Jersey, Kentucky, New Mexico, Wisconsin, Nevada, or Washington state).

Responsibilities

• Lead a regional multidisciplinary team to develop and monitor implementation of a comprehensive portfolio strategy, annual work plan, and budget that integrates team expertise, overdose data, policy landscapes, community needs, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with other regions and team members to ensure priorities align with programmatic goals and cultivate a culture of shared learning.
• Apply an intersectional racial justice framework across all planning processes, program design, and implementation.
• Manage portfolio budget, monitor expenditures, and adjust activities as needed to align with work plans.
• Oversee the design, negotiation, and implementation of sub-grants to state and local governments, providers, coalitions, and community organizations.
• Support the regional team in developing strategic investment proposals for new partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities for legal, policy analysis, and litigation strategy in partnership with the legal/policy team.
• Serve as the primary representative and senior point of contact for tribal, national organizations serving Native communities, and state and local government partners.
• Build and maintain trusted working relationships with elected officials, policymakers, and senior stakeholders.
• Represent the program at stakeholder meetings and deliver presentations to government, provider, and community audiences.
• Oversee the design, management, and delivery of technical assessments, training, and capacity-building support to portfolio partners and sub-grantees.
• Maintain current expertise on scientific, policy, and practice developments in overdose prevention and assess jurisdictional applicability of emerging interventions.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor a diverse team of technical professionals, fostering a high-performing, collaborative team culture.
• Collaborate with Bloomberg Overdose Prevention Initiative partners on strategic prioritization and joint implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, public policy, nursing, social work, healthcare administration, or a related field required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree (MPH, MSW, MHA, JD, MD, or equivalent) preferred.
• Deep commitment to racial equity and public health justice, with experience operationalizing these values through program design and technical assistance delivery.
• Extensive knowledge of issues, systems, governance structures, and institutions related to Native American tribal health and social supports.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in harm reduction, overdose prevention, and drug policy, developed through direct service and programmatic leadership at the community, local, or regional level.
• Understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks relevant to harm reduction and public health interventions, including the ability to advise partners on policy implementation.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytic capabilities, including the ability to assess program performance data, identify implementation gaps, and make evidence-informed recommendations.
• Proven ability to manage complex coordination with senior partners, including subgrant oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise teams of professional-level staff, communicate clearly, monitor performance, and inspire and motivate staff.
• Exceptional communication skills, with experience translating technical content into accessible materials for diverse audiences, including policymakers and frontline practitioners.
• Skilled facilitator of multi-stakeholder meetings, trainings, and technical assistance engagements involving high-level government and community-based leaders.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to broader team and program strategy; trusted to lead technical interventions and manage complex projects.
• Ability to build strong, ongoing, impactful relationships across diverse partners and communities from different cultural, generational, ethnic, racial, educational, and social backgrounds.
• Ability and willingness to integrate new information and adapt with agility; facilitate collaboration, clarify roles, and build alignment among stakeholders.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $135,000 to $150,000 USD.

Benefits

We offer highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.