Director, Regional Program Eastern

Maryland Food Bank • Salisbury, MD

1d • $75,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Regional Program (RPD) leads MFB’s food access strategy across the Eastern region, working through a network of distribution partners in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. This role leverages both qualitative insights and quantitative data to assess regional strengths, gaps, and disparities, while centering community voice to inform inclusive, culturally responsive solutions.

To help us better understand your qualifications and fit for the position, we kindly request that you attach a cover letter with your application.

Requirements

• At least five (5) years of relevant experience in program/project management or strategic planning, including three (3) years of people management (or equivalent).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using data (qualitative and quantitative) to inform decisions.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Ability to travel regularly within Maryland.
• Valid driver’s license with an MVR showing no prior DUI/DWI and fewer than 2 points

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (including non-traditional paths and lived experience).
• Personal connection to the Eastern Shore region and/or alignment with MFB’s mission.
• Experience facilitating conversations around race, class, and equity.
• Experience in change management, community development, or leading program improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements regional strategies to improve food access, providing grants and resources to support neighbor-centered distribution models and build partner capacity.
• Presents regional plans, priorities, and outcomes internally and externally, including contributing to grant requests, reports, partner events, and media efforts.
• Continuously seeks opportunities to innovate and improve programs to better support partners and advance food security across Maryland.
• Manages partner relationships, including site visits, compliance, onboarding new partners, and responding to inquiries.
• Provides leadership and coaching to direct reports, ensuring alignment with organizational values, priorities, and regional goals.
• Supports or leads special projects and collaborates cross-functionally to address challenges and strengthen organizational sustainability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager