Deputy Director - Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

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Food policy research and analysis; • legislative action to strengthen federal nutrition programs; • engaged network of local, state, and national anti-hunger organizations; • holistic approach to ending hunger in America

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Description

• The Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) seeks a Deputy Director for WIC programs. • This position will assist in providing strategic oversight and direction for WIC. • Advocate for continuous improvements to WIC for better utilization. • Represent FRAC at key WIC-related coalition meetings and events. • Serve as Principal Investigator for the WIC CIAO project coordinating oversight.

Requirements

• Master's degree required, with Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred. • Expert on WIC and at least 5 years working on WIC or anti-hunger advocacy or Experience working on federal grants is preferred. • Strong leadership skills and experience supervising staff. • Very strong interpersonal and organizational skills. • Outstanding oral and written communication skills. • Strong analytical research skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. • Strong detail-oriented planning and implementation skills and ability to meet deadlines. • Understanding of hunger and poverty and their impact on communities, families, and children. • Ability to seek solutions independently and work well as part of a team. • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Commitment to working for social justice.

Benefits

• excellent health, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefits • generous leave • enthusiastic and supportive staff