Food Security Initiatives Program Lead

Bryn Mawr College; Bryn Mawr (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited free public transportation through SEPTA's Key Advantage program

8 weeks of paid parental leave

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Tuition discounts and scholarships for employees

Job summary

Bryn Mawr College seeks a Food Security Initiatives Program Manager to support initiatives addressing food insecurity in Philadelphia. Your role will include coordinating programs like the City’s Summer Meals Outreach and leading community engagement efforts. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of project management experience. The position is vital for improving food access and includes communication with key partners. Comprehensive benefits include transportation perks, parental leave, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in project or program management, ensuring successful delivery of complex initiatives.
• Strong understanding of the food insecurity landscape in Philadelphia and partners.
• Ability to develop and operationalize systems to manage information.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director with organizing and facilitating partner meetings.
• Lead components of the Summer Meals Outreach and Engagement Strategy.
• Serve as the liaison between key food security partners and communicate updates.
• Support the Director in developing training for staff and volunteers.
• Work with partners to ensure accurate information on food resources.

Skills

Project or program management

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Understanding of food insecurity landscape

Education

Bachelor's degree in food systems, social work, or related field

Job description

Bryn Mawr College seeks a Food Security Initiatives Program Manager to support initiatives addressing food insecurity in Philadelphia. Your role will include coordinating programs like the City’s Summer Meals Outreach and leading community engagement efforts. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of project management experience. The position is vital for improving food access and includes communication with key partners. Comprehensive benefits include transportation perks, parental leave, and health coverage.