BOLD Grant Program Coordinator
Company: STI
Location: Nashville
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: BOLD Grant Program Coordinator Location: Nashville,
TN/Hybrid Duration: 33 Months About Us: Tennessee Department of
Health | Office of Healthy Aging is committed to promoting healthy
aging and addressing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
(ADRD). We are a recipient of the CDC's Building Our Largest
Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimer's Disease grant,
focused on implementing public health strategies to reduce the
burden of ADRD. Our work aligns with the Healthy Brain Initiative
(HBI) Road Map and supports state and local actions to improve the
quality of life for people living with dementia (PLWD) and
caregivers. Position Overview: The BOLD Grant Program Coordinator
will lead the strategic implementation and management of the BOLD
grant activities, ensuring that all initiatives are aligned with
the goals of the HBI Road Map. The Coordinator will oversee program
operations, collaborate with partners, and drive the development of
dementia-capable systems within the state. This role will focus on
scaling evidence-based public health interventions, fostering
partnerships, and addressing health equity in dementia management.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation
of the BOLD grant program, ensuring alignment with the CDC’s goals
and the HBI Road Map. Develop and implement public health
strategies that reduce risk factors for ADRD, with a focus on
high-risk and underserved populations. Oversee program budgets,
timelines, deliverables, and reporting, ensuring compliance with
all grant requirements. Draft, negotiate, and oversee contracts to
ensure alignment and compliance. Provide technical assistance to
grantees, monitoring contract performance. Build and sustain
partnerships with community organizations, health systems,
government agencies, and other stakeholders to promote dementia
awareness and support services for PLWD and caregivers. Analyze
data and public health trends to inform strategic decisions and
monitor program impact. Represent the BOLD program at meetings,
conferences, and other public forums, presenting program outcomes
and best practices. Facilitate knowledge exchange and
capacity-building interagency, among local health departments,
community organizations, health systems, and faith-based and
religious initiatives. Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in
Public Health, Health Sciences, Social Work, or a related field.
Two or more years of experience in public health program
management, preferably in areas related to aging, dementia, or
chronic disease prevention. Strong knowledge of public health
systems, program development, and evidence-based interventions for
chronic diseases and dementia. Demonstrated experience in grant
management, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
Leadership and project management skills, with the ability to work
collaboratively with a variety of partners. Strong analytical,
communication, and presentation skills. Experience with building
partnerships across sectors, including healthcare, public health,
community-based organizations, and government agencies. Commitment
to addressing health disparities and advancing health equity in
aging and dementia care. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree
in Public Health, Health Administration, Social Work, Leadership,
or a related field. Experience working with the chronic disease.
Knowledge of ADRD, including current trends in research, care,
prevention, and risk reduction.
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