Job Summary
The Nutrition Program Lead serves as The Idaho Foodbank’s statewide subject matter expert for nutrition education, nutrition standards, and nutrition-related services. Working closely with the Director of Health & Nutrition, this role develops and maintains nutrition curriculum, educational resources, standard operating procedures, and training to support consistent, high-quality nutrition programming across all regions. The Nutrition Program Lead provides technical guidance and program support to staff, volunteers, and community partners while promoting continuous improvement, quality assurance, and consistent implementation of nutrition programs and standards. This position collaborates closely with the regional Community Health & Nutrition Coordinators to support integrated programming and advance departmental goals. Duties and responsibilities may evolve to meet current and future organizational needs.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Nutrition Program Coordination & Support
- Serve as the primary internal resource and subject matter expert for nutrition education programming, nutrition standards, and nutrition-related services.
- Develop, maintain, and update nutrition curricula, recipes, newsletters, toolkits, and program resources to support consistent statewide implementation.
- Provide training, technical assistance, and instructional coaching to Community Health & Nutrition Coordinators, volunteers, and community partners on program delivery to strengthen nutrition education and participant engagement.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of nutrition education programs and initiatives.
- Ensure nutrition programming is culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and accessible to diverse communities, including appropriate adaptations for language, literacy, and cultural food practices.
- Support volunteer and community partner engagement by providing nutrition-related training, guidance, and resources.
- Promote consistent use of nutrition resources, including the Nutrition Toolkit, pantry assessment tools, outreach materials, and educational curricula.
Nutrition Framework & Standards
- Maintain and support implementation of The Idaho Foodbank’s nutrition framework and food categorization standards.
- Assess and categorize food products according to established nutrition standards to support organizational nutrition goals.
- Collaborate with sourcing, inventory, operations, and program teams to integrate nutrition standards into food acquisition and distribution processes.
- Lead menu planning, recipe review, and nutrition analysis for specialized nutrition-focused programs, including School Backpack and other targeted initiatives.
- Stay informed on current nutrition science, food assistance trends, and best practices and recommend updates to resources and standards as appropriate.
Program Administration & Quality Improvement
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, guidance documents, and training materials to support consistent program delivery statewide.
- Monitor program participation, outcomes, and reporting requirements to support evaluation, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Maintain program records, databases, and documentation systems related to nutrition programming.
- Support collection and management of participant surveys, waivers, and program data in accordance with organizational and funding requirements.
- Identify opportunities for program enhancement and recommend improvements based on data, participant feedback, and best practices.
- Support quality assurance efforts to ensure nutrition programs and resources are implemented consistently across regions.
Collaboration & Communications
- Collaborate with the Community Health Program Lead and Community Health & Nutrition Coordinators to align nutrition and community health initiatives, including resources, outreach efforts, and community engagement activities.
- Partner with Marketing and Communications to develop nutrition-related content, educational materials, success stories, and outreach resources.
- Support cross-functional initiatives with collaborative efforts that advance nutrition, food security, and community health.
- Communicate program outcomes, trends, and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
- Represent The Idaho Foodbank at trainings, conferences, community meetings, and partner events as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nutrition, dietetics, nutrition education, public health, or a related field. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Idaho Licensed Dietitian (LD) preferred.
- Minimum of three years of experience in nutrition education, nutrition programming, community nutrition, public health, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of nutrition education, food systems, food assistance programs, and community-based nutrition initiatives.
- Experience developing curricula, educational materials, training resources, or program tools.
- Ability to train, coach, and support staff, volunteers, and community partners without direct supervisory authority.
- Strong organizational, project coordination, and planning skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and statewide initiatives.
- Experience with data collection, reporting, program evaluation, and quality improvement processes.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with diverse audiences.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments and regions.
- Must obtain Manager’s-Level ServSafe Certification and maintain adherence to food safety standards.
- Ability to travel statewide; valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required.
- Spanish language skills (verbal and written) preferred.
Working Conditions
Work takes place in various office, kitchen, and community-based settings both within and outside of The Idaho Foodbank. The role requires extensive computer and smartphone use. The employee will regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds, such as food and classroom supplies. In class settings, standing and working at counters or stoves for extended periods may be required. Work may occasionally occur outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, to support program delivery and partner engagement. Regular travel within the community and across the state may be required, with mileage reimbursement provided.
Employment Requirement
- Successful Background Clearance
Food Safety:
- Commit to upholding policies, principles and best practices for food safety.
- Understand the personal responsibility to follow all safety policies and health rules, programs and procedures, to report all unsafe acts, environment or behaviors immediately and to always report safety issues, incidents or accidents immediately.
Disclaimer
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give assignments.
This position description excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Organizational Culture
At The Idaho Foodbank, we live our core values of Belonging, Commitment, and Collaboration. We’re driven by our mission to nourish, educate, and advocate for food-secure communities. We believe every team member plays a vital, daily role in our mission.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Idaho Foodbank is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace. We strive to create an environment where all employees and those we serve feel valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Our hiring and workplace practices are rooted in merit, fairness, and belonging.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
