The Associate Vice President for Health Affairs Operations serves as the senior operational leader for the UNC System Office's Health Affairs portfolio. Reporting to the Vice President for Health Affairs, this position is responsible for directing the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of statewide health workforce initiatives, funding programs, grants, contracts, and operational processes that advance the strategic priorities of the UNC System. This position provides executive leadership for day-to-day Health Affairs operations, ensuring effective stewardship of public funds, regulatory compliance, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration. The incumbent serves as the operational counterpart to the Vice President by translating strategic initiatives into measurable outcomes while providing leadership over complex health affairs programs administered across the UNC System. The position works closely with UNC constituent institutions, state agencies, healthcare partners, and multiple divisions within the UNC System Office to advance healthcare workforce development and other statewide health initiatives.