Job Requirements:

• The ability to work in alignment with Nutrition for Learning’s values and beliefs.
• A commitment to learning about the tremendous importance and positive impacts of universally accessible nutrition programs for all young people in Waterloo Region.
• Effective communications and conflict management skills.
• Exceptional organization, project management and administrative skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• An enthusiastic self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Adobe and standard office technology.
• Ability to accept and give feedback.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability and means to travel for meetings; a valid driver’s licence is required.
• Waterloo Region Police Check is required for all employees to work from time-to-time within school settings.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in fundraising, marketing, or event planning.
• Experience organizing and working with volunteers in a non-profit setting.
• Attention to detail and excellent project management and organization skills.
• Experience with client/donor management systems like Salesforce or Raisers Edge.
• Experience facilitating partnerships.
• Knowledge of cause marketing and sponsorship programs.
• Experience in digital fundraising programs and platforms an asset.
• Creative and resourceful team-player with an ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.

This role offers in-office (Kitchener/Ayr area) and work from home flexibility, and requires some local travel in your own vehicle. This position is salaried commensurate with experience, and offers benefits and mileage reimbursements, an inclusive and progressive working environment, and opportunities to grow and learn.Nutrition for Learning offers universally accessible student nutrition programs to schools across Waterloo Region. Our healthy food programs impact the physical, cognitive, behavioural, and academic needs of children and youth in our community.

We are a registered charitable organization first established in 1997, and support nearly 175 student programs in all three school boards. (WRDSB -Waterloo Region District School Board, WCDSB -Waterloo Catholic District School Board and the French Language Public School Board).

OUR VISION.

A Waterloo Region where all students are nourished at school so they can learn, connect, participate, and thrive.

THE MISSION.

In partnership with youth and educators, we continually strive to elevate the experience of universal food access at schools in ways that promote optimal wellbeing, healthy relationships, and food literacy.

WE BELIEVE:

• When students are nourished, their capacities to imagine, explore, and connect elevates.

• Every student deserves a fair shot by being well nourished during their school day.

• No young person should feel stigmatized for accessing food at school.

• Food is community. We nurture the idea that food can connect people and places.

• When students eat nutritious food together, mental, physical, and community health improves.

• The unique perspectives of students are needed on our mission to improve universal access to food at schools.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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