Student Nutrition Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Hamilton, Canada Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Full time $66,708 - $75,082

Communications and Community Engagement

PASS Grade 3 $66,708 to $75,082

Start Date: February 3, 2025 to July 31, 2025 (with a possible extension)

About the Board

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student experiences a sense of belonging and engages in dynamic learning to reach their potential and build their own future, and our values of Compassion, Dignity, Trust, and Joy to guide our daily work and ensure that we honour the unique identities and needs of all. Proudly serving a community of approximately 50,000 students in the City of Hamilton and surrounding area, HWDSB operates across 80 elementary schools, 13 secondary schools and 1 Adult Learning Centre, in addition to providing support and service to approximately 8,800 staff members.

Staff Wellness

At HWDSB, staff wellness is a priority. We are committed to co-creating and fostering an environment where staff feel safe, valued, and supported. We are continuously striving to support the needs of our diverse community and actively work to foster and maintain a culture of human rights. Our holistic Staff Wellness program has been designed to support employee’s well-being in all dimensions of health. As one part of this comprehensive program, all staff as well as their dependents have access to free and confidential supports through our Employee and Family Assistance Provider (EFAP), in addition to many other program components.

About the Role

Reporting to the Engagement Officer, the incumbent will support the development and implementation of the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Nutrition Strategy to endeavour to have student nutrition programs in all schools.

Duties include but are not limited to:1. Strategic Nutrition Planning and Implementation
  • Identify actionable tactics to implement the HWDSB Nutrition Strategy
  • Create a sustainable Framework to begin, continue and/or scale nutrition programs in HWDSB schools
  • Conduct an exploratory environmental scan of resources in Hamilton and HWDSB, to better understand the current nutrition situation
  • Utilize existing data to inform Framework and tactics for implementation
  • Analysis of program data to determine where additional support is needed, identify trends in program impact and outcomes, and identify gaps in program delivery
  • Collaborate with Hamilton Foundation for Student Success to raise awareness relating to Help Feed Hamilton’s Future campaign, and identify process to drive financial supports to schools
  • Support special events and initiatives related to nutrition fundraising through HWDBS
  • Participate in various committees, as assigned by supervisor, that support HWDSB Nutrition Strategy
  • Maintain, update and plan content for HWDSB websites and social media, with support from the Communications and Community Engagement department
2. School-Based Support
  • Support schools to implement, maintain or expand student nutrition programs in schools throughout HWDSB, and ensure all funded program sites adhere to outlined guidelines for school nutrition programs
  • Support the creation of a Nutrition Toolkit for school teams to use
  • Develop and implement training and orientation opportunities, creating strategies to share knowledge and resources with program volunteers/school staff, to ensure consistency and accuracy of program administration
  • Provide information and instructions regarding provincial reporting requirements and data collection methods, monitor submissions, and follow up where reporting is outstanding
3. Community Building and System Navigation
  • Build partnerships with other local, regional and provincial nutrition coordinators across the province to share effective practices
  • Connect with HWDSB nutrition partners to understand current programs and opportunities for growth
  • Support schools and the system in grant applications for the development and growth of student nutrition programs
  • Conduct an exploratory environmental scan to better understand nutrition supports at the local, provincial and national level
  • Utilize data from external organizations and school boards to inform HWDSB Nutrition Strategy
  • Participate in community specific roundtables and represent HWDSB on nutrition advisory committees (Example: Tastebuds Steering Committee)
  • Manage relationships and serve as point of contact for community organizations supporting nutrition in Hamilton
4. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Engagement OfficerQualifications:
  • Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Nutrition, Public Health, Community Development or a related field which provided a strong foundation in nutrition science, public health principles, or asset-based community development and programming
  • Additional certification in project management, data analysis or nutrition programming would be an asset
  • Minimum three to five years of experience designing, implementing or scaling nutrition or health programs, preferably in a school setting
  • Experience in multi-party project management in a collaborative environment involving cross-functional teams on time-sensitive tasks and long-term audiences
  • Experience analyzing program data, identifying trends, and preparing actionable recommendations
  • Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, government bodies, or advisory committees
  • Excellent strategic planning skills with experience in the effective management of multiple projects and demonstrated ability to develop long-term frameworks and translate strategy into actionable steps
  • Knowledge of reporting requirements and eligibility criteria for government or community-funded programs
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills for maintaining web content, managing social media, and preparing materials
  • Knowledge of the local nutrition landscape, school board systems and community needs would be an asset
  • Experience supporting events or initiatives that drive awareness or funding. May include creating toolkits, conduct orientations, and build capacity within school teams
  • The successful applicant may be required to work after hours based on system needs
  • Valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle required

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