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Deputy Director for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program

2 months ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States The Food Research & Action Center Full time
About the Position

The Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) is seeking an experienced professional to serve as the Deputy Director of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

This leadership role will play a key part in driving the organization's WIC goals and objectives, working closely with the Director to develop and implement strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in WIC and anti-hunger advocacy, with experience in leading teams and managing federal grants.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the WIC program's mission, impact, and growth.
  • Maintain FRAC's position as a leading national authority on WIC, while advocating to strengthen and expand the program with an equity lens.
  • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the WIC team, including staff supervision, workflow coordination, and resource allocation.
  • Engage and support successful WIC advocacy for FRAC's network of state and anti-hunger organizations and program operators, providing technical assistance, resources, training, network building, and materials.
  • Represent FRAC at key WIC-related coalition meetings, conferences, and Hill briefings, hearings, and lobby visits.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Master's degree required, with Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred.
  • Expertise in WIC and at least 5 years of experience working on WIC or anti-hunger advocacy.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience supervising staff.
  • Very strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical research skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong detail-oriented planning and implementation skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Understanding of hunger and poverty and their impact on communities, families, and individuals.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About the Company

The Food Research & Action Center is the nation's leading policy and advocacy organization dedicated to fighting hunger. FRAC works to improve the nutrition, health, and well-being of people struggling against poverty-related hunger in the United States through advocacy, partnerships, and by advancing bold and equitable policy solutions.

FRAC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to a policy against discrimination based on age, gender, race, religious creed, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnic or national origin.