Strategic Leader for Global School Nutrition Initiatives

2 months ago

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States Global Communities Full time
Company Overview

Global Communities is a leading international development organization that empowers local communities to drive sustainable development and humanitarian assistance. With a presence in over 35 countries, we partner with local leaders, governments, civil society, and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous, and equitable global community.

Salary

The estimated salary for this position is $117,521 - $176,282, based on factors including qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Strategic Leader for Global School Nutrition Initiatives to join our Sustainable Development team at our headquarters in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland or San Diego, California. As a member of our Food Economic & Climate Security (FECS) technical team, you will report to the FECS Senior Director and be responsible for leading the technical direction of our global portfolio of USDA-funded McGovern Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition (MGD) programs.

You will provide overall technical leadership of our Integrated School Feeding program portfolio, ensuring its expansion and growth, and uphold the technical quality and impact of our programs. Additionally, you will establish program quality standards, integrate technical expertise across other Global Programs technical teams, and lead our work in Integrated School Feeding technical excellence, new business development, thought leadership, and organizational visibility.

Responsibility Areas:

  • Leadership & Management
    • Provide overall technical leadership of GC's Integrated School Feeding program portfolio and ensure its expansion and growth.
    • Lead establishment & oversight of program quality and accountability standards and metrics for all Integrated School Feeding programs.
    • Serve as the primary focal point for donor and program leadership contact for all GC integrated school feeding programs.
  • Positioning and Resource Development
    • Develop both long-term and annual Integrated School Feeding program portfolio growth and capture strategies in partnership with the FECS Sr. Director.
    • Lead the process of working with GC's Sustainable Growth & Partnerships team by identifying, pursuing, and securing new growth opportunities in Integrated School Feeding.
  • Technical Excellence
    • Serve as Global Communities' leading expert and technical resource specialist in integrated school feeding design and high-impact approaches.
    • Lead development and refinement of Global Communities differentiators and signature approaches in Integrated School Feeding.

Responsibility Area: Thought Leadership and Organizational Visibility

  • Proactively work with the FECS Sr. Director in creating a visibility and marketing strategy and plan in partnership with GC's Communications department to promote and position the organization.
  • Lead visibility efforts with key donors including USDA, USAID and other strategically important organizations in areas of strategic importance to their goals and objectives.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Reputation as an experienced leader within the international Integrated School Feeding sector, especially with USDA.
  • Experience in establishing program excellence standards, management systems, and accountability approaches.
  • Demonstrated understanding of best practices and willingness to stay abreast of and adapt to emerging approaches in the sector.
  • Proven ability to lead strategic planning for growth of integrated school feeding development program portfolios.
Benefits

As a member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
Others

Global Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful work environment and are an affirmative action employer. The salary range listed is an estimate and may vary based on factors including qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

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