Job Description
Position Purpose
In collaboration with the Foundation Executive Director, the Manager of Vision Health Programs serves as the department leader responsible for managing, scaling, and strengthening Lions World Vision Institute’s Vision Health Programs in preparation for the opening of the Vision Health Center and the expansion of mobile clinical services.
This position is primarily managerial and strategic, with responsibility for program oversight, staff leadership, operational planning, grant execution, data management, and cross-functional coordination. The Manager ensures that vision health initiatives are delivered effectively, meet funding requirements, and align with organizational priorities.
While a strong optometric or ophthalmic clinical background is required, direct clinical service is not the primary function of this role. The Manager is expected to provide clinical support when needed, including assisting with mobile clinics or coverage gaps, while maintaining a primary focus on program leadership and operational readiness.
Schedule and Pay
Monday - Friday, Hybrid Schedule
Salary Range: $66,000 - $72,000 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off with a starting maximum of 144.04 hours per year.
- 8 Company paid Holidays per year.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plan offerings for employees and their eligible dependents. All Vision plans 100% employer paid.
- Employer paid Employee Assistance Program, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short Term Disability plans.
- Offerings of Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment for employee and their eligible dependents.
- An employee may voluntarily designate a percentage of their salary towards employer sponsored 401(k). LWVI will match the employee's contribution up to 6% of the employee's salary.
- Discounts on Pet Insurance and other items such as phone plans, movie tickets, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Development
- Lead the planning, implementation, and expansion of Vision Health Programs, including school-based services, community clinics, mobile vision clinics, and preparation for the Vision Health Center.
- Collaborate with the Foundation Executive Director to develop scalable program models, staffing plans, workflows, and systems to support growth.
- Support long-term planning for additional mobile units and expanded clinical services.
Department & Staff Management
- Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for Vision Health Department staff.
- Establish clear expectations, workflows, and accountability for departmental operations.
- Coordinate volunteers, subcontractors, and clinical partners as needed.
- Foster a collaborative, professional team culture during periods of growth and change.
Operational Oversight
- Oversee day-to-day operations of Vision Health Programs to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with Lions World Vision Institute standards.
- Develop, implement, and refine operational protocols, clinical workflows, and documentation.
- Ensure operational readiness for the transition to a hybrid model incorporating the Vision Health Center.
Grant, Data & Compliance Management
- Ensure all grant-funded programs meet required deliverables, timelines, and budget parameters.
- Oversee data collection, tracking, and reporting for funders, collaborative partners, and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor program metrics to assess efficiency, outcomes, and impact.
Partnerships & External Relations
- Build and maintain relationships with school administrators, nurses, community organizations, funders, and clinical partners.
- Represent Lions World Vision Institute in community settings and collaborative initiatives.
- Coordinate with development, communications, and institute leadership to support organizational goals.
Clinical Support & Mobile Operations (As Needed)
When necessary, the Manager may:
- Provide clinical or operational support during mobile vision clinics, special initiatives, or staffing shortages.
- Ensure mobile clinic operations meet clinical, regulatory, and quality standards.
- Assist with screenings, exams, glasses fabrication, dispensing, or patient flow as needed.
- Support mobile clinic readiness, inventory oversight, and equipment coordination in collaboration with clinical staff.
Education and Qualifications
- Optometric or ophthalmic clinical background required (Optometrist preferred).
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or clinical licensure strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience managing programs, teams, or clinical operations.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to balance strategic planning with operational execution.
- Experience working with grant-funded programs and reporting requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data tracking systems.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Spanish speaking a plus.
- Ability to pass a Level II background check.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record in accordance with Lions World Vision Institute policies and insurance requirements.
As an equal opportunity employer, every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. Lions World Vision Institute does not discriminate based on race, color, sex/gender, political ideology, religion/creed, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, national origin, color, military or veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws. Lions World Vision Institute is committed to a diverse workforce and is also committed to a barrier-free employment process. In order to ensure reasonable accommodations with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, individuals that require accommodations in the job application process for a posted position may contact us at (813) 289-1200 for assistance. Lions World Vision Institute will use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Current LWVI Employees should also contact the Human Resources department to notify them of your submission.