Program Specialist

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; times may vary

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The goal of the UNC Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ( HPDP) is to prevent chronic disease and reduce health disparities. Investigators and staff at HPDP work with communities to conduct research, provide training and translate research findings into policy and practice. Research areas include nutrition and physical activity, cardiovascular health, diabetes, obesity, healthy food access, cancer prevention and control, children's health, rural health, and health equity. HPDP is part of a network of 20 CDC Prevention Research Centers across the United States.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

This Program Specialist will work with the Carolina Hunger Initiative on projects related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education ( SNAP-Ed) and USDA's Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids ( SUN Programs), including SUN Bucks, SUN Meals, and SUN Meals To-Go. This position will support a variety of communications activities including developing and posting social media and website content; creating and distributing MailChimp email communications; filming and editing videos; and developing flyers, handout, presentation slides, and other communications resources. The Program Specialist will also coordinate, plan, and implement project-related events taking place across North Carolina. Additional duties may include assisting with the development and dissemination of program materials; providing technical assistance to SUN Meals and SUN Meals To-Go sponsors and sites; tracking project activities and completion of deliverables; coordinating and taking notes during meetings; providing nutrition education at events; and other duties as assigned. This position will collaborate with Carolina Hunger Initiative staff, interns, and partner organizations.

This Program Specialist will travel across North Carolina to support project-related events, some of which are outdoors in the heat and require transporting large amounts of heavy supplies. Staff members must be able to rent and drive vehicles such as minivans and large SUVs to transport the supplies (rental vehicles are paid for by the project). Staff members must also be able to pack supplies, load/unload heavy items from vehicles, and assemble items.

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Able to work well independently and as part of a team
- Dependable and adaptable
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient in Canva and Microsoft Office/Office 365; particularly, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Valid Driver's License

- Knowledge and/or experience working on projects related to food security and federal nutrition programs, including USDA Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids and SNAP-Ed
- Experience using Facebook, Instagram, MailChimp, Photoshop, WordPress, and Microsoft Teams
- Graphic design skills
- Experience filming and editing videos
- Experience coordinating and planning events
- Familiarity with Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate
- Experience providing nutrition education
- Bilingual Spanish

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.