New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities, economic development, vacant land strategies, community engagement, health and wellness, and real estate development. NKCDC advances social equity and economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live and actively shaping their neighborhoods of choice. To that end, NKCDC provides free resources to residents and businesses in the Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond neighborhoods.
NKCDC has a strong reputation, both locally and nationally, with longstanding credibility of serving as a trusted and valuable partner and collaborator. The organization is one of only two community development organizations in Philadelphia chartered members of the NeighborWorks America network. Our current work using a trauma-informed community engagement model, applying a racial equity lens across the organization, and leading programs at the intersection of health and housing are keeping NKCDC at the cutting edge of community development. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the communities in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond — a population of over 62,800, 23% of whom live below the federal poverty level — to make sure neighborhood development benefits all residents.
More information can be found at nkcdc.org.
Function
The Operations and Outreach Associate will play a pivotal role in supporting the operational and data entry aspects of NKCDC’s nutrition education programs while also spearheading outreach efforts to promote community engagement and participation in our various health and wellness programs. This position requires a strong passion for nutrition, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with residents and community partners. Some of these tasks include attending tabling events, distributing food tastings, creating and disseminating marketing materials, food donation ordering and tracking, generating monthly reports, entering quarterly data for SNAP-Ed and Nourish programming and collecting research surveys. By working independently and collaborating with the team, you will help track the progress of our programs and connect community residents to healthy food
and resources.
Reports to
Nutrition Education Program Manager
Direct Report/Supervises
N/A
Responsibilities
o Assist in the coordination and implementation of nutrition education programs.
o Assist in coordinating logistics for program activities, such as organizing materials, and ensuring all necessary
resources are available.
o Maintain accurate records of program participants, attendance, and feedback for reporting purposes.
o Collaborate with the program team to streamline operational processes and improve program efficiency.
o Manage program supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained.
o Assist in the creation and distribution of marketing materials and content for outreach and educational
purposes.
o Communicate feedback to continuously improve program delivery and meet community needs.
o Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with partners and residents through regular communication
and engagement activities.
o Communicate effectively with both internal team members and external partners to coordinate activities
and achieve objectives.
o Monitor that team members and partners complete all mandatory training requirements.
o To provide high-quality support to the Nutrition Educator and office support as needed.
o Work with the manager and other staff members to ensure that administrative tasks are completed and
that the program functions efficiently.
o Collect, organize, and analyze data related to outreach activities and operations.
o Prepare reports summarizing key metrics and outcomes for management review.
o Assist with special projects and initiatives as needed.
o Provide support to other team members as required in a fast-paced environment.
o Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as required.
Qualifications
Experience:
o Minimum of 1 year working with community-based organizations, with preference for prior experience in
program coordination, administration, outreach, or community engagement.
o Strong enthusiasm for nutrition education and promoting healthy lifestyles within the community.
Technical Skills:
o Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with data management software is advantageous.
Physical Requirements:
o Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift or move at least 25 lbs of program materials and
equipment.
o Ability to work off-site or outside regular hours as needed.
Other Skills and Attributes:
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
o Demonstrated strong work ethic, attention to detail, organizational skills, and flexibility. Capable of working
independently and collaboratively, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and multitasking.
o Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and demonstrate cultural
competence.
o Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
o Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license required; access to a car is beneficial.
o Proven ability to handle high-stress situations with empathy and concern.
o Familiarity with social service networks and healthy food resources in Philadelphia is a plus.
Compensation
The pay rate for this position will be $23.91/Hour. with a part-time schedule, 20 hours per week. To counter pay inequality and uphold internal parity, we use a nonnegotiable starting salary system, while benchmarking our pay to competitive markets in the nonprofit sector. Excellent benefits include an HMO health plan, long- and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, and a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position will be on-site at our central office, 2771 Ruth Street, Suite 1, Philadelphia, PA 19134.
Application process
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@nkcdc.org, with “[YOUR NAME] SNAP-Ed Administrative Outreach Associate” in the subject line. Applications received by August 16, 2024, will be given full consideration. All candidate resumes are considered and kept on file for one year, but we cannot always respond personally depending on the volume of inquiries.
Hiring process
Our hiring process includes a 20–30-minute interview with HR, followed by an in-person interview with the hiring manager, and finally an hour-long “panel” interview with 3-4 staff members. Reference checks are conducted after the final interview.
NKCDC provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, religion, language, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or physical ability. We know groups subjected to systemic oppression– including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ – are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other communities who are marginalized.