Director of Programs
This new position for CFPAC will lead a team responsible for CFPAC’s annual Summit, Rhizome network, communications, policy, and advocacy efforts. The Director of Programs will collaborate closely with the Executive Director, Director of Operations, and Metro Chicago Good Food Purchasing Initiative (GFPI) Director. The Director will support program development, annual budgeting, strategic planning, fundraising, team hiring, onboarding, development, and connectivity with CFPAC operations and the GFPI team members. The Director is a strategic and adaptive leader who can activate multiple stakeholders across multiple networks to build community, share resources, advance policy, and support the larger Food Justice movement. This person is an experienced program leader and highly emotionally intelligent people leader who can develop and execute complex concurrent plans, projects, and working groups. The Director is a strong relationship manager, nurturing external and internal partners toward achieving the mission and vision while reflective of CFPAC's culture and values
How to apply
Please provide your resume and a cover letter explaining: 1) Why you are a good fit for the role 2) Tying your professional experiences from your resume to the job description and 3) Your professional experiences relevant to the job description areas under the “What You’ll Bring” Your resume and cover letter can be emailed to Hiring@chicagofoodpolicy.com with the subject line “Director of Programs application.” Please note, as a small, people-centered organization, our communication in response to you may be slow while we carefully and thoughtfully evaluate each candidate’s experience and qualifications for the role. We strive to be communicative at all stages of the process to all candidates who apply.
Priority will be given to applicants who submit materials by end of day April 15, 2024.