What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Program Manager position at University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources?
Program Overview
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources' Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) aims to improve the health and well-being of low-income individuals by providing evidence-based nutrition education and promoting healthy behaviors. As a Public Health Program Manager, you will play a critical role in managing and evaluating this program, ensuring its effectiveness in creating a healthier school and community environment.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in community education, community engagement, and teaching best practices. You will work closely with community leaders, school administrators, teachers, and parent educators to develop inclusive program practices for all eligible racial/ethnic groups. This role requires effective communication skills, presentation expertise, and the ability to write compelling reports and news releases.
Responsibilities
- Manage and evaluate the EFNEP program, ensuring its alignment with UC-approved curricula and activities
- Develop and implement outreach plans to engage diverse communities and promote inclusive program practices
- Collaborate with community partners to promote healthy behaviors and develop evidence-based interventions
- Meet with local partners to discuss program implementation and develop strategies for improving community outcomes
- Prepare reports and news releases to share program successes and best practices
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience/training in a related field (nutrition, public health, community health, etc.)
- Continuing education, training, or professional development in a related field
- Knowledge of community education, community engagement, teaching best practices, and Microsoft Office programs
- Experience working with diverse youth, adults, and volunteers, including those with disabilities and from underserved populations
- Familiarity with schools and community-based agencies serving lower-income populations
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, presentation skills, and report-writing abilities
Benefits
This is a career appointment offering competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources' Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) aims to improve the health and well-being of low-income individuals by providing evidence-based nutrition education and promoting healthy behaviors. As a Public Health Program Manager, you will play a critical role in managing and evaluating this program, ensuring its effectiveness in creating a healthier school and community environment.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in community education, community engagement, and teaching best practices. You will work closely with community leaders, school administrators, teachers, and parent educators to develop inclusive program practices for all eligible racial/ethnic groups. This role requires effective communication skills, presentation expertise, and the ability to write compelling reports and news releases.
Responsibilities
- Manage and evaluate the EFNEP program, ensuring its alignment with UC-approved curricula and activities
- Develop and implement outreach plans to engage diverse communities and promote inclusive program practices
- Collaborate with community partners to promote healthy behaviors and develop evidence-based interventions
- Meet with local partners to discuss program implementation and develop strategies for improving community outcomes
- Prepare reports and news releases to share program successes and best practices
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience/training in a related field (nutrition, public health, community health, etc.)
- Continuing education, training, or professional development in a related field
- Knowledge of community education, community engagement, teaching best practices, and Microsoft Office programs
- Experience working with diverse youth, adults, and volunteers, including those with disabilities and from underserved populations
- Familiarity with schools and community-based agencies serving lower-income populations
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, presentation skills, and report-writing abilities
Benefits
This is a career appointment offering competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.
