Manager, Food Programs - Special Initiatives & Growth

metcouncil

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Major medical
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
403(b) with employer contribution

Job summary

Met Council seeks a dynamic Manager of Food Program’s Special Initiatives to drive strategic growth and implement new models of service delivery. You will work with leadership to advance initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and build partnerships with providers and funders across local and national networks.

The role focuses on expanding the Kosher National School Lunch Program integration, digital pantry initiatives, and revenue-generating food provision models, with leadership

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in human services, public policy, operations, nonprofit management, or related field).
  • Professional experience in project management, program implementation, operations, partnerships, or related area.

Responsibilities

  • Support short, medium, and long-term strategic planning for the Food Program.
  • Lead select projects and initiatives independently when appropriate.
  • Manage project plans, timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Develop and implement innovative service delivery models and digital tools.
  • Identify and maintain partnerships with community organizations, providers, and funders.
  • Represent Met Council in meetings and collaborative forums.

Skills

Project management
Cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder engagement
Communication
Public speaking
Tech savvy
Microsoft Office
CRM/ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM systems
ERP systems

Job description

Met Council seeks a dynamic Manager of Food Program’s Special Initiatives to drive strategic growth and implement new models of service delivery. You will work with leadership to advance initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and build partnerships with providers and funders across local and national networks.

The role focuses on expanding the Kosher National School Lunch Program integration, digital pantry initiatives, and revenue-generating food provision models, with leadership

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