Delta Region, MS2 days ago
ul>Lead the implementation and management of Mississippi Delta programs and activities in alignment with organizational priorities and grant deliverables; Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, including local organizations, retailers, farmers, schools and universities, institutions, and residents; Coordinate initiatives to healthy food access, local food systems, agriculture, and community engagement across the region; Manage local staff, contractors, consultants, and community partners to support effective program operations and collaboration; Develop and manage program budgets and support the administration of contracts, invoices, and partnership agreements related to Mississippi Delta initiatives; Work collaboratively with internal PHA team to support program planning, implementation, reporting, communication, evaluation, and operational activities; Represent Partnership for a Healthier America in community meetings, partner convenings, and public events across the Mississippi Delta; Other duties as assigned. - Significant knowledge of the MS Delta food ecosystem, based in or around Coahoma County, MS;
- Ability to live and work in the Mississippi Delta;
- Minimum of 6 years leading in the fields of community development, public health, or food systems development;
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Health, Community Development or related fields;
- Experience in community organizing: stakeholder engagement, community-informed strategy development, collaboration, and managing partnerships;
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information and concepts to diverse audiences while embracing and using the local vernacular;
- Financial management and budgeting experience;
- Proficiency in data analysis, report writing, and presentation skills.