What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maine SNAP-Ed - Community Engagement Program Coordinator position at University of New England?
Coordinates policy, systems, and environmental initiatives training and technical assistance for Nutrition Educators under the Maine SNAP-Ed Program as well as coordinates the social marketing campaigns and social media.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site (https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site (https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of the SNAP-Ed work plan in accordance with USDA SNAP-Ed and Maine DHHS guidance.
- Oversee training on the implementation of policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change strategies in coordination with the SNAP-Ed direct education programming.
- Oversee the implementation of and provide technical assistance for PSE change strategies by Nutrition Educators and SNAP-Ed staff at all subrecipient locations.
- Ensure reporting and data collection processes for the PSE strategies are completed in a timely and accurate manner by the Nutrition Educators in accordance with the SNAP-Ed grant contract.
- Assure that grant deliverables and expectations are met as set by USDA SNAP-Ed, Maine DHHS and UNE.
- Coordinate the exploration and identification of new initiatives and opportunities for the SNAP-Ed program, ensuring the programs implemented in Maine are evidence-based, current with strategies nationwide and engage the target audience.
- Assist in coordinating all SNAP-Ed training programs and UNE SNAP-Ed regional learning collaborative meetings in conjunction with other SNAP-Ed staff.
- Oversee the delivery of appropriate social marketing (SM) strategies, including the development of social media messages, to reinforce key messages in accordance with approved USDA SNAP-Ed, Maine DHHS and UNE guidelines.
- Assist in coordination and implementation of the State Nutrition Action Council (SNAC).
- Manage partner relationships including statewide partners on the SNAC and partners whose missions align with PSE and/or SM strategies for Maine SNAP-Ed.
- Participate on SNAP Ed management team and assist in management decisions related to PSE and SM strategies.
- Provide SNAP-Ed evaluation team with PSE and SM content expertise and support development of evaluation plans and activities.
- Develop and lead the PSE and SM content writing for SNAP-Ed monthly, annual, and final reports as well as the annual plan submitted to USDA FNS each August.
- Completes University new employee orientation and sexual harassment training within 30 days of the date of hire.
- Understands and complies with the University of New England Safety Manual.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Masters of Public Health degree and 5 to 7 years of relevant experience with implementation of nutrition and/or physical activity, and/or community health initiatives required; or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
- Demonstrate clear and effective communication skills with groups and individuals including verbal, written, and group presentations.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors will not be permitted to have an adverse influence upon decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
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