Director of Training (Centennial)

Position Overview :

The National Director of Training is responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing success of Project C.U.R.E.s comprehensive training programs in support of our volunteers and staff. These dedicated individuals provide the critical services necessary for the success of Project C.U.R.E.s seven Distribution Centers and multiple Collection Centers across the United States.

The National Director of Training will design and execute training strategies that enhance engagement, performance, and consistency across the organization. This position will ensure that training programs effectively leverage technology, data, and best practices to equip and inspire the more than 20,000 annual volunteers who make up the C.U.R.E. Corps.

The National Director of Volunteer Resources serves all the C.U.R.E. Communities and will :

Design and execute a comprehensive training strategy that aligns with organizational goals and priorities.

Develop, update, and maintain standardized training materials, guides, and digital learning platforms.

Lead onboarding programs for new staff, interns, and volunteers, ensuring consistency across all sites.

Establish metrics and feedback systems to evaluate training effectiveness and impact on performance.

Operational and Safety Training

Oversee development and delivery of training related to warehouse operations, safety, and compliance.

Partner with operations and logistics teams to ensure that all volunteers and staff understand proper procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.

Volunteer Development

Build and manage systems to train, retain, and empower volunteers.

Develop leadership training for volunteer team leaders and coordinators.

Coordinate with Operations Directors to ensure consistent volunteer experience and performance expectations.

Technology and Systems Integration

Build and manage learning management systems (LMS365) to deliver and track training across locations.

Work with IT and operations teams to integrate training into broader organizational platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint).

Create multimedia training content such as videos, presentations, and digital assessments.

Qualifications : The National Director of Training must demonstrate alignment with Project C.U.R.E.s Mission and Core Values and be passionate about addressing the healthcare inequalities of the developing world in a sustainable manner. The salary range is $70,000 - $80,000.

The ideal candidate for the position :

Is qualified : Holds a bachelors degree. Has at least five years of management experience or extensive experience within the Project C.U.R.E. process.

Understands the task : Has a strong history in education and development, in-person, online, and hybrid training programs are required.

Is highly accountable : Has a proven record of establishing and achieving goals in a high-performance environment.

Develops others : Inspires and leads to set and achieve goals within the context of building a performance culture. Is accessible to associates at all levels, interacting consistently, openly and honestly to assure everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Is organized : Has the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment, with a high degree of professionalism and integrity, and is detail-oriented.

Is quantitative : Understands the importance and use of setting numerical goals and measures of performance and utilizes those numbers in managing various teams toward success.

Is teachable : Has an attitude of openness, is eager to learn new things, and does not get stuck in a repetitive pattern of doing the same things the same way for too long. Can quickly comprehend complex concepts and will accept instruction

Is bottom-line oriented : Manages for the overall financial health of the organization by securing in-kind donations, negotiating discounts and benefits with vendors and venues, and overcoming budget and resource challenges.

Is a good person : Accepts feedback and continually looks for ways to develop themselves, while maintaining the highest ethical standards and values in representing Project C.U.R.E.

Works well with others : Possesses excellent relationship, management and interpersonal skills; the ability to work effectively with donors, volunteers, staff and interns; displays mature judgment, superior diplomatic skills.

Is an effective communicator : Demonstrates effective communication skills including writing, interpersonal communication and public speaking skills; is a good listener.

Is a problem solver : Identifies, diagnoses and quickly resolves complex problems to improve results; is continuously pursuing innovation and process improvements to increase efficiency and competitive advantage.

Is goal-oriented : Has an obvious passion and enthusiasm for saving lives and changing the world with an attitude of tenacity and never accepting no for an answer; is a self-starter who is internally motivated and does not require significant supervision.

Compensation & Benefits : This position offers competitive compensation including health insurance, paid vacation, national holidays, and a 403(b) plan. The salary range for a director position at Project C.U.R.E. is dependent on the individuals qualifications, experience and education.

Reports To : The National Director of Training reports to the Vice President of Operations

Location : This is an in-person position our International Headquarters in Centennial, CO.

About Us : Healthcare in many developing countries is a global crisis. The severe lack of healthcare disrupts social and economic stability in almost every developing nation. Disease causes nine-out-of-ten preventable deaths in developing nations among children and adults. Millions of children under the age of five die each year from preventable disease, and more than 70% of these deaths occur from pneumonia, diarrhea, measles, malaria and malnutrition.

Founded in 1987, Project C.U.R.E. (www.projectcure.org) has grown to be the largest organization in the world delivering nearly 150+ forty-foot ocean freight cargo containers of donated medical supplies and equipment annually. Project begins with an onsite Needs Assessment to ensure that Project C.U.R.E. delivers the right items to the right people. Project C.U.R.E. has delivered medical relief in 130+ countries. In addition, Project C.U.R.E. conducts C.U.R.E. Clinics, Helping Babies Breathe training, and bio-technical trainings to hospitals and health care clinics in 40 developing nations.

On average, the value of a Project C.U.R.E. Cargo container is worth approximately $400,000 (wholesale), providing an amazing 20-to-1 return on investment. Project C.U.R.E. operates Distribution Centers in Denver, Phoenix, Houston, Nashville, Philadelphia and Chicago where 20,000 volunteers sort more than 26,000 types of non-perishable medical supplies and certify medical equipment for shipment abroad. Project C.U.R.E. also operates Collection Centers from Ithaca to Sarasota and Portland. Project C.U.R.E. receives both new and quality used medical items from hundreds of hospitals throughout the United States and medical manufacturers, such as Stryker, Medline, Medtronic, Kimberly-Clark, Steris, and Hill-Rom.

Project C.U.R.E. operates on 3.9% administrative overhead and has earned numerous awards for being the industry leader in international medical donations. Project C.U.R.E. is recognized as a four-star organization by Guidestar, ranked a Platinum Participant by Charity Navigator and was ranked by Forbes magazine as one of the 20 most cost-effective nonprofits in the United States.

Mission : The mission of Project C.U.R.E. is to identify, solicit, collect, sort and distribute medical supplies and services according to the imperative needs of the world.

Core Values :

Credibility and Integrity ~ We will be honest. We won't make promises we can't keep, and we will keep the promises that we've made.

Partnership ~ We seek to assist other individuals and organizations that share our common vision.

Creativity and Ingenuity ~ We will endeavor to pioneer new ways of meeting the needs of others, being stewards of our resources and solving problemsfrom the small inconveniences to the major obstacles.

Stewardship ~ Even though most of our assets are donations, we will remember the source and value of these and treat each as a gift.

Excellence in Service ~ We will do our best work in meeting the needs of one another, our donors, our partners, and the sick and dying around the world.

Information and Competence ~ We will become experts in our area of service. We will gain an increasing body of knowledge and expertise to be used, together with these other objectives, to see our vision become reality.

Attitude ~ We will respect and honor others in the way that we treat them. We will strive

to remain pleasant, positive and optimistic in all circumstances