[Hiring] Director, MS Delta Programs @Mirkin Solutions - Your People Operations People

Role Description PHA is seeking an accomplished professional to lead a dynamic, locally-based team in the Mississippi Delta. The Director, MS Delta Programs will manage and execute activities in the region according to grant-centered goals working with an inclusive network of community stakeholders. The ideal candidate will foster a collaborative and goal-oriented environment that builds team and community trust, empowers local stakeholders, enhances the programs' workflow and creates a positive stream of communication between the community and PHA. PHA's MS Delta Programs are a diverse portfolio with a unifying theme to connect families to the local food and farmers that grow it to support healthy eating habits. This includes work through: • Healthy food retail • The pea project in partnership with Alcorn State University • Rootswell that promotes partners and nutrition education • Network weaving with the Delta Food Policy and Action Network • PHA's direct service program Good Food at Home In this role, you will build positive working relationships with staff, contractors, and local and regional partners to strategically design and implement a wide range of programming with the goal of improving the local food system in the Mississippi Delta. Qualifications • Significant knowledge of the MS Delta food ecosystem, based in or around Coahoma County, MS • Ability to live and work in the Mississippi Delta • Minimum of 6 years leading in the fields of community development, public health, or food systems development • Bachelor's or master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Health, Community Development or related fields • Experience in community organizing: stakeholder engagement, community-informed strategy development, collaboration, and managing partnerships • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information and concepts to diverse audiences while embracing and using the local vernacular • Financial management and budgeting experience • Proficiency in data analysis, report writing, and presentation skills Requirements • Lead the implementation and management of Mississippi Delta programs and activities in alignment with organizational priorities and grant deliverables • Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, including local organizations, retailers, farmers, schools and universities, institutions, and residents • Coordinate initiatives to healthy food access, local food systems, agriculture, and community engagement across the region • Manage local staff, contractors, consultants, and community partners to support effective program operations and collaboration • Develop and manage program budgets and support the administration of contracts, invoices, and partnership agreements related to Mississippi Delta initiatives • Work collaboratively with internal PHA team to support program planning, implementation, reporting, communication, evaluation, and operational activities • Represent Partnership for a Healthier America in community meetings, partner convenings, and public events across the Mississippi Delta • Other duties as assigned Benefits • The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience • Partnership for a Healthier America has a competitive benefits package that includes: • Health insurance • Dental insurance • 401K with an employer match • Paid vacation and sick leave • Paid time off during the last week of the calendar year • 11 paid Federal holidays • The ability to work remotely full time How to Apply To apply for this position by providing your resume and cover letter.