Community Nutrition Manager

Food Bank of Central & Eastern•Raleigh, NC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger! At the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, we believe in a future where no one goes hungry. Our mission is simple but powerful: Nourish people. Build solutions. Connect communities. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated people to bring their talents to an organization where every role makes a real difference. Guided by our values - Integrity, Compassion, Dedication, Teamwork , and Fun - we work hard, support one another, and celebrate the impact we create together. If you’re ready to put purpose at the center of your career, we’d love to have you on our team! Position Summary The Community Nutrition Manager is responsible for the overall management, design, and advancement of Nutrition Programming, including the Healthy Pantry Program and future Nutrition Volunteer Training Initiative. This position serves as a subject matter expert and strategic leader in nutrition, championing organizational efforts to maximize the impact of Food Bank services through nutrition education, implementation of the Nutrition Approach, and Food Is Medicine initiatives. The Manager develops innovative, equitable services and partnerships that address health inequities and expand access to nutritious food and nutrition resources across the Food Bank’s 34-county service area.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Public Health, or relevant field.
Certification as a Registered Dietitian in the state of North Carolina.
ServSafe Manager’s Certification required or ability to get certified within 90 days of employment.
4+ years in a supervisory or leadership role required.
3+ years in nutrition program management and curriculum development.
3+ years working with diverse populations.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license and excellent driving record.
Ability to travel throughout the Food Bank’s 34-county service area.
Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to manage time, priorities, and resources effectively to achieve desired outcomes.
Ability to take full ownership of one’s responsibilities, commitments, and outcomes.
Ability to adjust effectively to change, remain resilient in the face of uncertainty, and actively seek opportunities to grow.
Ability to work across teams, departments, and functions to achieve shared goals.
Ability to provide responsive and professional customer service by addressing inquiries, maintaining clear communication, and ensuring a positive experience for community members and partners.
Ability to break down complex problems, gather and evaluate relevant information, and make sound, timely decisions.
Ability to demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a proven ability to facilitate discussions, foster collaboration, and guide diverse groups toward shared goals.
Ability to connect individual work to the Food Bank’s mission, values, and commitment to the communities it serves.

Nice To Haves

3+ years working with Food is Medicine, and social determinants of health preferred.
Bilingual Skills – Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and develop assigned staff to ensure effective implementation of Nutrition Programming, projects, interventions, and external collaborations across the Food Bank’s 34-county service area.
Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on nutrition, providing guidance and expertise to internal departments and external partners, including Community Partners, Food Systems, Healthy Pantries, and other stakeholders.
Participate in budget development and oversee the appropriate utilization of funding for assigned programs and grants; maintain accurate records and prepare quarterly reports for organizational leadership.
Oversee Nutrition Program inventory, products, equipment, onsite teaching kitchen, mobile kitchens, and educational materials to support effective and consistent program delivery across the service area.
Lead strategic planning for Nutrition Programming, identifying opportunities to expand, strengthen, and integrate nutrition services in alignment with organizational priorities, community needs, and emerging best practices.
Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of Nutrition Programming, including nutrition education, food demonstrations, tastings, curriculum and material development, and other evidence-informed interventions for neighbors and community partners across the 34-county service area.
Lead the development, growth, and sustainability of the Healthy Pantry Program, implementing innovative education strategies and service models that promote equitable access and consistent program delivery across participating sites.
Lead the development and implementation of the Nutrition Approach, supporting integration of nutrition-focused strategies and practices across relevant Food Bank programs, services, and partnerships.
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships that expand the reach and impact of Nutrition Programming and support collaborative approaches to addressing health inequities.
Support the development and expansion of Food Is Medicine initiatives that connect access to nutritious food with improved health outcomes, particularly among high-impact populations.
Establish and monitor program goals, outcomes, and performance measures to assess effectiveness, identify opportunities for improvement, and demonstrate impact to organizational leadership, funders, and community partners.
Identify emerging nutrition trends, community needs, and evidence-informed practices to inform program innovation and continuous improvement.