Coordinator, Nutrition Policy

Position Title: Coordinator, Nutrition Policy

Reports to: Manager, Nutrition Policy & Systems

Department: Health Programs

Location: Causeway Center

Classification: Hybrid 

Core Hours: 8:00 - 4:00

Status: Temporary, Part-time, Nonexempt

Grade: 4

Range: $42,700 - $44,030

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Feeding Tampa Bay serves ten counties in West Central Florida and we are a leader in hunger relief across our region. Just last year, we served 85M meals to our neighbors through direct service and through our network of 400+ food pantry partners. But we know food alone won't solve hunger – that's why we're redefining that it means to feed our region. By creating pathways to possibilities for nearly 1 million people, Feeding Tampa Bay connects and convenes solutions, partners and resources that nourish long-term stability. As a member of the Feeding America Network, we will work to dismantle barriers for individuals, families, and seniors across our area – because it's possible.

At Feeding Tampa Bay, we are on a united path to transform our community. We thoughtfully drive change while embracing and celebrating our collective impact, as well as the impact of each individual. Through our Grow Code we strive to honor all, conquer together, be imaginists, speak with truth, and stay rooted in the mission of Feeding Tampa Bay.

SUMMARY

This role will assist the manager in supporting the Nutrition Education team's work on Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) changes in food bank programming, at food distribution sites, and at community partner sites across the ten-county service region. The goal of this work is to increase access to, and promotion of, healthy foods and physical activity opportunities. The coordinator will work under the direction of the manager in a variety of community settings and programs, including with food bank program staff, food distribution partners, and healthcare sites. This involves assisting with the development of relationships with community partner staff/volunteers and supporting site assessments to identify opportunities for implementing PSEs that would support clients accessing and choosing healthy food options. Furthermore, the role will aid in providing training and technical assistance to sites and suppliers to implement PSE changes, and routinely follow up to ensure the sustainability of programming and initiatives.

The ideal candidate is an effective problem-solver and communicator with a proactive, organized, and collaborative style. The ideal candidate We are seeking candidates who display skill in forging positive and effective working relationships with other FTB departments and community partners. 

Work environment: Temporary Role (30 hours/week); Hybrid work model (Main Tampa office/home/community); Schedule is primarily Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM, though flexibility for occasional night and weekend work is needed; ability to travel regularly within ten-county service area

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Actively enrolled or have graduated from an institute of higher education, centered on Health, Wellness, and/or Education
• Experience with the management of grant-supported programming. Experience with government grants, a plus.
• Proficient in Google Suite, including Mail, Sheets, Docs, and Slides, along with Microsoft Office programs Word and Excel
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal across different audiences and platforms
• Ability to work with diverse populations, including children, adults, low-income families, community leaders, etc.
• Superior collaboration skills, being able to work with partners to develop meaningful and achievable goals and plans.
• Commitment to supporting SNAP Ed's mission and the organization's mission of ending hunger and addressing health inequity
• Clean driving record; possession of a valid Florida Driver's license
• This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.