Community Coordinator - Health & Nutrition

The Idaho Foodbank; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Idaho Foodbank in Lewiston, ID is seeking a Community Coordinator Health & Nutrition to advance community health initiatives and nutrition education programs. This part-time, hourly role supports partner agencies, coordinates programming, and helps remove barriers to healthy food access.

You will collaborate with healthcare providers, gather neighbor feedback, train volunteers, and track participation and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in education, nutrition, public health, community engagement, or related fields.
• Excellent oral and written communication including presentations and reports.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate community partnerships and outreach to advance health and food access initiatives.
• Coordinate nutrition education programming and cooking demonstrations with partner agencies.
• Support volunteers and partner agencies with training resources and materials.
• Gather neighbor feedback through surveys and conversations to inform program improvements.

Skills

Community engagement

Public health

Education program coordination

Communication

Job description

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2594389 **Job Posting**  **Job Title: Community Coordinator Health & Nutrition** **Classification:**Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt **Department:**Health and Nutrition **Reports to:**Regional Director, Lewiston **Location:**Lewiston, ID **How to Apply:

• Job Summary:** The Community Health & Nutrition Coordinator advances The Idaho Foodbanks mission by supporting community health initiatives and nutrition education programs that increase access to healthy food and resources. This role collaborates with community organizations, healthcare providers, and regional partners to coordinate nutrition education programming, provide resources and support to partner agencies, and strengthen connections that help address barriers to health and food access. The coordinator gathers neighbors and community feedback to support program improvement and ensure services are relevant, accessible, and responsive to community needs. Duties and responsibilities may evolve to meet current and future program priorities. This is a part-time role working approximately 20-24 hours per week with a future opportunity to transition to full-time, and the working hours and days are flexible based on program and community needs.
• Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Community Partnerships and Outreach Support and strengthen regional partnerships that advance community health and food access initiatives. Coordinate co-location of services with partner agencies and healthcare organizations to reduce barriers and improve access. Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to identify needs, support shared initiatives, and track participation and outcomes. Assist with collecting and organizing program data and feedback to help demonstrate program reach and impact. Participate in cross-sector initiatives with community leaders and organizations to strengthen collaboration, support inclusive and culturally responsive programs, and better serve diverse populations.
• Nutrition Education Program Coordination: Coordinate the implementation, scheduling, and tracking of nutrition education programming, including Cooking Matters, focused nutrition classes, and food demonstrations delivered through partner agencies, schools, food pantries, and community organizations. Support volunteers and partner agencies by providing training, resources, and tools that promote consistent, engaging, and high-quality nutrition education experiences, including recipes, cooking resources, pantry materials, and educational materials. Conduct food demonstrations and share healthy, affordable, and accessible meal ideas using pantry-friendly ingredients to support neighbors in building confidence around nutritious food choices. Maintain program records, collect participant feedback, and contribute to nutrition education communications and outreach materials to support reporting, continuous improvement, and increased access to resources.
• Neighbor Voice and Community Insight: Gather feedback from neighbors through surveys, conversations, classes, and partner agencies to better understand community needs, interests, and barriers. Summarize and share neighbor insights with internal teams to identify opportunities for program improvement and ensure educational resources remain relevant, accessible, and responsive. Assist with collecting stories and feedback that demonstrate program impact and help communicate the value of nutrition education.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1-3 years experience in education, nutrition, public health, community engagement, social work / social services, or related fields. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the abili y to deliver presentations and develop reports with technical information. Strong organizational, project management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. Commitment to serving and fostering a sense of belonging for low-income individuals and households. Skilled in class facilitation and training. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and produce accurate work with attention to detail. Proficiency in