Annual Gift Coordinator - Higher Ed. jobs in Portland, ME

• Implement Maine SNAP-Ed program deliverables in accordance with USDA SNAP-Ed, Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and University of New England (UNE) requirements.
• Develop new and strengthen existing partnerships with community-based agencies to provide obesity prevention services, including nutrition education and physical activity programs to SNAP eligible households.
• Partner with local eligible school districts, childcare centers, community centers, and other organizations serving low-income families to implement evidence-based nutrition programs.
• Work with community partners to develop and/or implement selected policy, systems and environmental change strategies that supplement the direct education and aid in obesity prevention.
• Support Maine SNAP-Ed social marketing campaign and social media promotion of programming.
• Attend required trainings and meetings, both in-person and online, in accordance with grant funding.
• Complete reporting and evaluation processes as set by USDA SNAP-Ed, Maine DHHS and UNE.

Minimal Qualifications:

•  Preference given to Registered Dietitians. Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health, exercise science, health   education or behavioral sciences preferred.  Comparable experience may be substituted. 
•  Preference will be given for experience in implementing nutrition education and obesity prevention services   and/or policies in school or community settings.
•  Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel 
•  Valid Maine driver's license and reliable transportation.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• • Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • License/Certifications: N/A
  • Experience: 1 - 2 years of healthcare or related work experience. May require experience in a specific program area.
  • Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Finance Management skills, and experience working with complex spreadsheets.
  • Strong writing skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and mult tasking skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to model professional behavior by working as a valuable team member, respecting others, and maintaining open and honest communication.