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RI Food Policy Council
8 Years Experience and Degree
Mostly Remote

Program Director, Food Business & Economic Development

The RI Food Policy Council is seeking a Program Director, Food Business & Economic Development to lead daily operations for a growing program supporting the success of Rhode Island farmers, seafood businesses, and processed food entrepreneurs, with a focus on those from historically underserved communities.

The ideal candidate for this new position will possess the vision, capacity, and project management skills to initiate and scale multiple projects and drive results. The ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds is critical. We seek an independent, self-directed leader who is also a good team player. Experience managing contractors and subcontractors, monitoring finances, and contributing to fundraising initiatives is expected. A constant focus on impact and outcomes is essential, as is a high level of organization. Dedication to building a thriving, just food economy and passion for advancing equitable, community-based solutions to entrenched food business problems are required.

The Program Director will work regularly in communities, and with businesses, leaders in state agencies, and nonprofits. The overarching objective for this role is to ensure the success of our Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development project and Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure project.

This full-time position (37.5 hours/week) is primarily remote, with regular attendance at in-person meetings and events across the State of Rhode Island expected. The Program Director reports to the Associate Director, and is jointly managed by the RIFPC and RI Department of Environmental Management. This position will work closely with RIFPC staff, RIDEM staff, RI Commerce staff and other state agencies, as well as RIFPC Council members, and diverse food systems stakeholders on food business-related issues. This position is funded through June 30, 2026, to be extended subject to availability of funds. 

Responsibilities

• Ensure the success of RIFPC’s Beginning Farmer & Rancher Development program, Advancing Equity in Capital Access for Beginning Farmers, by leading a core group of business service providers and partners from historically underserved communities to:
  • Review, adapt, and develop capital access curriculum;
• Deliver workshops and 1:1 business coaching;
• Coordinate farm business networking and peer-to-peer events;
• Coordinate funder matchmaking events; and
• Recruit farms from target audiences to participate in technical assistance offerings,
• Ensure the success of the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program in accordance with the RI Department of Environmental Management by:
  • Developing a robust suite of technical assistance offerings for food businesses, and directly providing business technical assistance;
  • Assessing supply chain needs and opportunities to benefit agricultural producers;
  • Providing innovative yet practical planning for the aggregation, processing, manufacturing, storage, transportation, wholesaling, or distribution of food;
  • Coordinating and/or facilitating general informational websites, webinars, conferences, trainings, plant tours, and field days;
  • Coordinating and communicating with partner organizations and networks in the state and region to ensure all of the above activities are integrated with partner offerings; and
  • Supporting RI Department of Environmental Management as requested toward ongoing success of RFSI program.
• Support Associate Director on regular grant tracking, evaluation, communication, and reporting
• Identify emerging issues/opportunities related to food business and work across sectors to convene key stakeholders and collaboratively develop action plans to address them
• Participate in RI Food Policy Council staff and Council meetings and activities as requested by the Associate Director and the Executive Director

Qualifications and Skills

• 8+ years of relevant, progressively responsible project management experience
• 5+ years of professional facilitation experience, especially working with culturally and economically diverse populations
• Proven ability to identify emerging challenges in complex environments and find stakeholder-driven solutions to address them
• Experience leading new and/or scaling programs and overseeing multiple contracted scopes of work
• Background in food business technical assistance
• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent work experience; master’s degree preferred

Key Competencies

• Collaborative and visionary thinker
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proven ability to initiate and/or scale complex projects forward to timely completion
• Ease in working with a broad range of demographically, experientially, and cognitively diverse people

The RI Food Policy Council is offering a competitive salary ($70-80K), full benefits, and a flexible workplace with a collegial environment. Please send a cover letter and resume to info@rifoodcouncil.org with the subject line “Program Director, Food Business & Economic Development”

Qualified candidates will be contacted by email. Employment history and/or background check including 3 references are required of final candidates. The RI Food Policy Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the benefits of a diverse organization. We encourage qualified applicants with lived experience of inequities in the food system to apply.

ABOUT THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD POLICY COUNCIL

The Rhode Island Food Policy Council (RIFPC) is an independent nonprofit building a more equitable, accessible, economically vibrant, and environmentally sustainable food system. Established in 2011, our diverse network uplifts the voices and power of over 1,500 individuals, businesses, and organizations. Together, we build coalitions that align resources, promote good food and agriculture policy, and execute high-impact projects and programs. RIFPC is committed to equity, and we strive to be an anti-oppression organization. For more information about our work, mission, and values, please visit www.rifoodcouncil.org.

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RI Food Policy Council
Full-time
8 Years Experience and Degree

The RI Food Policy Council is seeking a Program Director, Food, Climate, & Environment to lead daily operations for a new program designed to reduce the negative impacts and maximize the benefits of our food system on the climate and environmental challenges we face, with a focus on reducing food waste and increasing composting.

The ideal candidate for this new position will possess the vision, capacity, and project management skills to initiate and scale multiple projects and drive results. The ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds is critical. We seek an independent, self-directed leader who is also a good team player. A constant focus on impact and outcomes is essential, as is a high level of organization. Experience managing contractors, monitoring finances, and contributing to fundraising initiatives is expected. Dedication to building an environmentally sustainable food system and a passion for advancing equitable, community-based solutions to entrenched food system problems are required.

The Program Director will work regularly with leaders in state and municipal government, the business community, and the nonprofit sector. The overarching objectives for this role are to:

• Grow food waste composting volumes by supporting RI municipalities in learning about and implementing food waste diversion strategies including municipal composting programs
• Raise the importance of food waste composting and support efforts to increase food waste composting at the state level through the creation of a Statewide Food Waste Solutions Action Network and a Statewide Food Waste Solutions Action Plan
• Advance policy that supports increased municipal, commercial, and on-farm/community garden food waste composting by educating state lawmakers about high-priority policies to address food waste and advocate for their passage into law, including strengthening composting regulations.

This full-time position (37.5 hours/week) is primarily remote, with regular attendance at in-person meetings and events across the State of Rhode Island expected. The Program Director reports to the Executive Director and works closely with RIFPC staff, RIDEM staff, commercial and community composting entities, as well as RIFPC Council members and diverse food systems stakeholders. This position is currently funded for one year, with extensions subject to the availability of funds. 

Responsibilities

• Grow food waste composting volumes by supporting RI municipalities in learning about and implementing food waste diversion strategies including municipal composting programs
  • Educate at least a dozen municipalities about strategies for reducing tipping fees and climate footprint by increasing food waste composting through a variety of outreach techniques
  • Identify two or three municipal leaders interested in potential site exploration, availability, and financial impacts, and connect them with potential commercial composting providers
  • Support municipal identification of funding needed to support robust and equitable municipal composting program start-up in targeted communities
• Raise the importance of food waste composting and support efforts to increase food waste composting at the state level through the creation of a Statewide Food Waste Solutions Action Network and a Statewide Food Waste Solutions Action Plan
  • Establish a Statewide Food Waste Solutions Action Network, with key objectives of this network to be developing and implementing a -statewide, 5 to 10-year plan to reduce wasted food and increase composting in Rhode Island through an open and collaborative process
  • Facilitate the Network in creating and distributing a Statewide Food Waste Strategic Plan by the Network, integrated with related state plans (including the RI Comprehensive State Waste Management Plan)
• Advance policy that supports increased municipal, commercial, and on-farm/community garden food waste composting by educating state lawmakers about high-priority policies to address food waste and advocate for their passage into law, including strengthening composting regulations.
  • Support Council prioritization of state legislation related to climate and environmental issues, focusing on legislation to strengthen composting regulations through the Council’s established “Work Group” structure and implementation of associated education and advocacy tools (e.g., legislative roundtables, letter writing and testimony coordination, coalition-building, cultivation of legislative champions, etc.)
• Identify issues/opportunities related to climate and environment across the agriculture, fisheries, and food sector, and convene key public, private, and nonprofit stakeholders to develop action plans to address them
• Support Executive Director on regular grant tracking, evaluation, communication, and reporting
• Participate in RI Food Policy Council staff and Council meetings and activities as requested by the Executive Director
• Center equity and inclusion in both process and outcomes across all responsibility categories

Qualifications and Skills

• 8+ years of relevant, progressively responsible project development and management experience
• 5+ years of professional facilitation experience, especially working with state agencies, municipal leaders, and community-based organizations
• Proven ability to identify emerging challenges in complex environments and find stakeholder-driven solutions to address them
• Experience leading new and/or scaling programs and overseeing contracted scopes of work
• Background in food waste management and composting
• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent work experience; master’s degree preferred

Key Competencies

• Collaborative and visionary thinker
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proven ability to initiate and/or scale complex projects toward timely completion
• Ease in working with state and municipal leaders as well as a broad range of demographically, experientially, and cognitively diverse people

The RIFPC is offering a competitive salary ($70-80K), full benefits, and a flexible workplace with a collegial environment. Please send a cover letter and resume to info@rifoodcouncil.org with the subject line: “Food, Environment & Climate Program Director”.

Qualified candidates will be contacted by email. Employment history and/or background check including 3 references are required of final candidates. The RI Food Policy Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the benefits of a diverse organization. We encourage qualified applicants with lived experience of inequities in the food system to apply.

ABOUT THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD POLICY COUNCIL

The Rhode Island Food Policy Council (RIFPC) is an independent nonprofit building a more equitable, accessible, economically vibrant, and environmentally sustainable food system. Established in 2011, our diverse network uplifts the voices and power of over 1,500 individuals, businesses, and organizations. Together, we build coalitions that align resources, promote good food and agriculture policy, and execute high-impact projects and programs. RIFPC is committed to equity, and we strive to be an anti-oppression organization. For more information about our work, mission, and values, please visit www.rifoodcouncil.org.

Center for Science in the Public Interest
Full-time
Lived Experience of SNAP
Degree and Experience Required

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is hiring a Policy Associate to join their healthy food access team. 
 
They are seeking applicants who are knowledgeable about SNAP, and specifically fruit and vegetable incentive programs, to support their state and federal advocacy. This position can be fully remote or hybrid in CSPI’s DC office, and the salary range is $58-70K. 

Application deadline is 12/13/23.

Description

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), the nation’s leading, independent authority on food and nutrition, seeks a Policy Associate with expertise on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the charitable food sector (the network of food banks, food pantries, and other meal programs in the U.S.).  This position is part of a team working to examine and strengthen the public health impacts of the U.S. federal nutrition and food safety net programs. 

The Policy Associate will contribute to projects aimed at ensuring that SNAP participants have adequate purchasing power for nutritious food and reducing barriers to accessing and utilizing SNAP. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about SNAP policy related to Disaster SNAP, SNAP fruit and vegetable incentives (GusNIP), and the charitable food system, and have an interest in policy making related to creating healthier food environments. 

This position reports to the Senior Policy Associate and the anticipated start date is late February 2024. CSPI’s office is in Washington, DC, where we offer a hybrid work environment, but many of our staff work remotely at locations across the US. We will consider DC-based or remote applicants within the US. As a public health organization, CSPI makes efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and visitors. We require all employees to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines as soon as they are eligible, and the vaccine is available to them. Proof of vaccination is required during the onboarding process. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Serve as the issue expert on state and federal policies related to increasing purchasing power for SNAP participants. This may include strengthening and expanding SNAP incentives for fruits and vegetables, exploring a strategy for integrating incentives onto Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, increasing SNAP benefit levels, exploring expansion of allowable foods, and economic support policies. 
• Serve as the issue expert on state and federal policies related to expanding SNAP utilization. 
• Provide subject matter expertise and technical assistance to state/local partners across the country leading campaigns to strengthen SNAP incentives and expand utilization. 
• Monitor federal SNAP and charitable food sector policy developments and support advocacy opportunities. 
• Monitor scientific literature relevant to your issues to inform policy positions and advocacy strategies.
• Write and publish materials to advance CSPI’s healthy food access work including fact sheets, case studies, public comments, op-eds, blogs, social media, project and grant reports, and other resources. 
• Build strong partnerships with advocates and coalitions, particularly leaders in the SNAP policy space, mobilize grassroots advocates, and use social media in support of food and nutrition policies and programs. 
• Represent CSPI in coalitions, at conferences and meetings, at public hearings, and with policymakers and the press. 

Qualifications  

The ideal candidate would possess: 

• Advanced degree (e.g., MPH, MPP) and at least 3 years of programmatic or public policy experience; or bachelor’s degree and 5 years of public policy or other relevant experience. 
• Lived experience with food safety net programs like SNAP, WIC, or the charitable food system preferred. 
• Basic knowledge of evidence-based food and nutrition recommendations for health preferred. 
• Experience working in and alongside food security, food justice, social justice, BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and other diverse communities. Ability to build strong relationships with a wide array of stakeholder groups. 
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak effectively and persuasively. 
• Excellent research and writing skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent judgment and consistent professionalism, with the ability to take responsibility for multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to work as part of a cross-disciplinary team in a collegial manner.  
• Interest in and commitment to CSPI’s work and mission.  
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion at the intersection of public health and social justice and ability to promote it throughout the work.  
• Proficiency with MSOffice applications, social media, advocacy tools and other web-based applications. 

CSPI on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 

CSPI is committed to including and valuing diverse voices and fostering a culture that ensures all staff feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be their best selves. In that spirit, each of us is committed to putting in constant work to live up to our organization’s core values: 

• We are inclusive. We seek to foster an environment where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are affirmed. We are not looking for everyone to think and look the same. We actively welcome and value staff with different experiences, backgrounds, attributes, abilities, and perspectives. 
• We are open. We are honest and direct in how we communicate with each other in order to build trust and integrity within our organization. 
• We are accountable. We acknowledge and assume responsibility for our actions. 
• We are kind. We communicate and treat one another in a respectful, generous, considerate, and compassionate way. 
• We are collaborative. We work together for the common good and shared success. 

Compensation 

The salary range is $58,000 to $70,000, based on experience. CSPI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation leave; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; excellent medical and dental insurance with CSPI paying a significant portion of employee and dependent premiums; and a 3% employer match contribution to the retirement plan after one year of service. We also offer ½ day Fridays. 

 To Apply 

Please utilize CSPI’s Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the position. You are required to submit a resume and cover letter highlighting relevant experience and interest. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis prior to the 12/13/23 deadline. 

 CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspective, and skills and encourage people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.

Community Care Alliance
Full-time
Bilingual Preferred
No overnights

Comunity Care Alliance is seeking an outreach worker to work as a member of our 24/7 mobile crisis team. The outreach worker will work with a team consisting of a clinician, RN, case manager and peer specialist and assist individuals who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The outreach worker will provide support to clients seen and attempt to engage them or re-engage them in services after the initial crisis. The position may also involve transporting individuals ( always accompanied by other staff) to appointments or treatment as well as assisting the program manager with data collection, marketing and networking.

The goal of the program is to provide a rapid response to individuals who are seeking behavioral health services and are in crisis, and to connect them to appropriate resources. The candidate we are looking for will have experience in the field of human services, and in particular an understanding and compassion for individuals in need of treatment for their behavioral health.

Education/ Skills: Associate degree in the field of human services and relevant work experience with the behavioral health population. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Flexible schedule, days, may include evenings and some weekend coverage NO overnights.

How to Apply

Apply here: https://www.irecruit-us.com/jobRequest.php?OrgID=I20100603&RequestID=1698767459654122631c7cf3650&source=XML

Community Care Alliance
Full Time
Bilingual Preferred
Peer Specialist Training Required

Community Care Alliance is seeking to hire a Peer Specialist to be a part of our evolving and innovative mobile crisis team. This team responds to crises in the community and assists individuals with immediate access to an assessment and services. The role of the Peer Specialist is to interact with individuals seen and provide a bridge between providers and adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use issues. The Peer Specialist will work as part of a team when providing this level of care. The ideal candidate will have lived experience working with adults with behavioral health issues, the ability to work and communicate effectively and serve as a role model for peers, providing them with coping skills and connecting them to resources in the community.

Education/Skills:

High School diploma or equivalent. Have successfully completed and passed a co- occurring Peer Specialist Training program endorsed by BHDDH and possess or be eligible for the IC/RC state certification. Additionally, the candidate must have a recent work or volunteer history work experience for at least 12 months within the past 3 years. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

Apply here: https://www.irecruit-us.com/jobRequest.php?OrgID=I20100603&RequestID=16982397906539152e3d5904964&source=XML

Family Service Rhode Island
Trauma Systems Therapy
Full-time
Bilingual Skills are Compensated!

Summary: The Trauma Systems Therapy – Case Manager/Community Health Worker will conduct screenings and individual needs assessments in family homes and other community venues as appropriate. Responsible for engaging clients; implementing screening tools; identifying areas of need; developing action plans; ensuring referrals are made to appropriately matched services; and providing ongoing support and monitoring.

Qualifications:

• Community Health Worker Certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to complete training and meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 6 months of employment.
• Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
• Ability to provide services in clients homes, health clinic, community locations and other agency sites.
• Ability to have a flexible schedule to include some evenings.
• Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
• Bilingual skills are compensated!!

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org
• Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for “Case Manager/Community Health Worker, Community Health Team”
• Or follow the direct link below to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=155487&clientkey=F1A37F91D7AC06410785D83069B577A1

Family Service Rhode Island
Full-time
Bilingual Skills are Compensated!
Experience working with young children required

PROGRAM: Healthy Start

Summary: CHW will conduct screenings and individual needs assessments in primarily Jenks Park Pediatrics, Inc. in Central Falls, but also in family homes and other community venues as appropriate. Responsible for engaging clients; implementing screening tools; identifying areas of need; developing action plans; ensuring referrals are made to appropriately matched services; and providing ongoing support and monitoring.

Qualifications:

• Community Health Worker Certification required; Bachelor degree preferred.
• Ability to complete training and meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 12 months of employment.
• Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
• Ability to provide services in client’s homes, health clinic, community locations and other agency sites.
• Ability to have a flexible schedule to include some evenings.
• Experience working with young children and their families.
• Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
• Bilingual skills are compensated!!

Continuing Education Requirements:

• As needed to maintain individual CHW certification and meet RI DOH standards.
• Participation in semi-annual and annual employee performance review process including development and review of professional/program goals and objectives.
• Other trainings as required by Rhode Island Department of Health.

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org
• Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for “Community Health Worker, Healthy Start”
• Or follow the direct link below to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=150036&clientkey=F1A37F91D7AC06410785D83069B577A1