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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Food Security Coordinator to lead and manage initiatives aimed at improving food access, nutrition, and sustainability within communities. This role involves collaborating with local organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders to develop and implement food security strategies that address hunger, promote healthy eating, and support local food systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, community development, or food systems, and a passion for social equity and sustainability.
The Food Security Coordinator will be responsible for assessing community needs, identifying gaps in food access, and designing programs that provide immediate relief while also addressing long-term solutions. This includes overseeing food distribution programs, supporting urban agriculture projects, and advocating for policy changes that improve food equity. The coordinator will also manage budgets, write grant proposals, and evaluate program effectiveness using data-driven approaches.
Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as the role requires frequent interaction with diverse populations and coordination across multiple sectors. The successful candidate will be proactive, empathetic, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team. Experience in nonprofit management, nutrition education, or emergency food systems is highly desirable.
This is a dynamic and impactful position that offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you are committed to creating a more just and sustainable food system, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Coordinate with community partners and stakeholders
- Conduct needs assessments and analyze food access data
- Manage food distribution and nutrition education initiatives
- Write grant proposals and manage program budgets
- Advocate for policy changes to improve food equity
- Support local food systems and urban agriculture projects
- Monitor and evaluate program outcomes and impact
- Organize community outreach and engagement activities
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
Requirements
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- 3+ years of experience in food security, community development, or nonprofit work
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Experience with data collection and program evaluation
- Knowledge of local and national food systems and policies
- Ability to work with diverse populations and build partnerships
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
- Grant writing and fundraising experience preferred
- Bilingual abilities are a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with food security or nutrition programs?
- How have you engaged with community stakeholders in past roles?
- Describe a successful project you led from start to finish.
- What strategies would you use to assess food insecurity in a community?
- How do you approach building partnerships across sectors?
- What is your experience with grant writing and fundraising?
- How do you ensure cultural competence in your work?
- What tools do you use to evaluate program effectiveness?
- How do you stay informed about food policy and trends?
- Are you comfortable working independently and managing multiple projects?
