Community Development Worker- Tastebuds

Community Development Worker, Tastebuds, Hamilton's Student Nutrition Collaborative

Application Deadline: January 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST

Status: Immediate full-time position 5 days per week Monday-Friday. Will include some early mornings i.e., 7:30 a.m., to support morning school nutrition programs; may include occasional evenings

Benefits include: 4 weeks vacation per annum, health benefits, paid sick leave

Location: Hamilton

Work Model: Our staff currently work a combination of in-person and remote

OVERVIEW:

The Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton promotes equity, informs policy and planning decisions, and increases community engagement to improve social conditions. We accomplish this through research, policy analysis, community partnerships, and program delivery. For more information about the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton, please visit our website

POSITION SUMMARY:

Through the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton (SPRC Hamilton), Tastebuds, Hamilton's Student Nutrition Collaborative, the Community Development Worker is responsible for providing support to a caseload of student nutrition programs, assisting with menu development (ensuring adherence to Ministry of Child and Youth Services Nutrition Guidelines), volunteer recruitment, fundraising, reporting, budgeting, and social media promotion.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist student nutrition programs with menu development (ensuring adherence to Ministry of Child and Youth Services Nutrition Guidelines), volunteer recruitment, fundraising, reporting, and budgeting
• Attend to the needs of program volunteers with training opportunities related to programming
• Attend necessary training sessions and workshops

• Be an ambassador for student nutrition programs, presenting to school and community groups as required

• Any other related duties as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and oral)
• Strong organizational skills
• Experience working with volunteers
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, meeting monthly reporting timelines
• Strong computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, etc.). Must be well-versed in Excel
• Ability to work with individuals and groups from diverse communities and sectors
• Access to a vehicle with a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance (regular travel in the local area is required)
• Post-secondary education or equivalent
• Safe food handling certificate
• Knowledge of Student Nutrition Program operations and impacts would be an asset
• French language skills would be an asset

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to do computer work for significant periods of time

The Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives. We strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve and especially welcome applications from Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) Peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, and women.

We seek a recruitment and hiring process that is equitable and informed by anti-racist, anti-oppression practices. We ask all candidates to follow the directions below when submitting their applications:

• Submit one document with your cover letter and resume included.

• Your cover letter should expand on your suitability for the position based on the job ad.

• Include only your initials on your resume and cover letter, omitting your full name.

• Include your city of residence, omitting your full address.

• Include an email address and phone number we can use to reach you.

Those selected for interviews will be asked to provide further details before the interview.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests.

Please apply using the link provided.

We thank all applicants for their submissions. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.