Director, Nutrition and Health

Canadian Pork Council; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Nutrition to lead the development and management of a comprehensive health strategy. This role involves building science-based evidence to support the pork industry's nutritional benefits and engaging with health professionals and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nutrition, excellent project management skills, and the ability to work independently. With a part-time retainer structure, this position offers flexibility and the chance to make a significant impact in promoting pork as a valuable dietary component.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related business or industry role.
• Strong project management and budgeting skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the nutrition and health strategy for pork.
• Identify threats and opportunities related to pork’s nutritional reputation.

Skills

Project Management

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Education

Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario

Job description

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Reports to: Executive Director

Summary:

Develop and manage the Canadian Pork Council’s nutrition and health strategy: Responsible to build the science-based evidence to develop accurate and credible proof points supporting the pork industry’s efforts to promote and protect pork’s place as a nutritious and valuable part of the diet. Reach health professionals and stakeholders to disseminate this science-based evidence through targeted outreach strategies and strategic partnerships.

Position Responsibilities/Duties:

• Stay current on newest human health studies, trends, and policy issues relevant to pork.
• Participate in relevant nutrition and health policy consultations.
• Work with executive director, as required, for meetings with elected and senior government officials

Technical Affairs

• Identify short-term and long-range threats and opportunities related to pork’s nutritional reputation.
• Provide technical guidance on nutrition issues to the Canadian Pork Council, the Canadian Meat Council, and provincial pork offices.
• Monitored scientific, peer-reviewed research articles that impact pork’s nutritional reputation.
• Act as a Canadian pork industry spokesperson on human health and nutrition issues and/or prepare spokespersons with key messages.
• Maintain/develop relationships with key influencers in the health professional community.
• Network with national and international industry organizations and NGOs.

Administration

Plan and execute the Canadian Pork Council’s health professional nutrition strategy.

Manage the health professional program budget.

Employment Requirements:

• Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years experience in a related business or industry role
• Excellent project management, budgeting and communication skills
• Ability to work independently

Notes:

• Part-time retainer (approximately 130 days/year).
• Compensation of $80,000 to $90,000 per annum (to be negotiated).
• Ability to work from home office.
• Domestic and some international travel required.

Deadline to apply is Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Farming

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