Program Manager

Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition (MFFC) (mattapanfoodandfit.org) grew out of an effort to draw on the wonderful ethnic and cultural diversity of the Mattapan community to promote a healthy living environment, with a focus on access to healthy foods and the promotion of physical fitness for all ages. Positive changes in these areas complement other efforts to decrease health problems like diabetes, heart disease, obesity and other health conditions that plague our community. MFFC is a fiscally sponsored organization of TSNE (tsne.org).

Mission Statement: MFFC builds intergenerational leadership within Mattapan’s Black and Brown community to advocate for equitable access to healthy foods and opportunities for physical activity.

Vision: Mattapan is a thriving and healthy community.

Values: Equity & Antiracism, Health + Wellness, Community Ownership + Empowerment, Relationship Building Grounded in Trust, Respect, Youth Power.

About Boston REACH

Boston REACH is a 5-year grant from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Boston Public Health Commission with aims to improve health, prevent chronic diseases, and reduce health inequities among racial and ethnic populations with the highest risk, or burden, of chronic disease through implementation of evidence-based policy, systems and environmental (PSE) change strategies. Boston REACH has four specific work plans that this position will support: increasing access to healthy food, increasing opportunities for active transportation, supporting healthy early education and care, and increasing adult vaccination rates.

The MFFC Program Manager, a grant funded position, will lead and support grant-funded projects on behalf of the organization. Current projects include Boston REACH, education around transportation projects, strengthening our built environment and open space focus, and overall strategy focused on community engagement. This position will play a key role in fostering meaningful connections between our organization and its community members, developing and implementing strategies to engage, inform, and build relationships with diverse stakeholders. The ideal person is one who has an interest in open space, transportation, and environment, is a creative thinker with excellent communication skills, and has a deep understanding of community dynamics. Duties and projects will change over time.

Essential Functions

• Manage, support, and supervise activities of a program or project. May coordinate multiple projects and initiatives including activities supporting implementation of grants, community building and education, and achievement of program goals.
  • Lead the strategic direction and growth of programs with support from MFFC staff and Advisory Board
  • Be the main point of contact for the organization on related programs.
  • Manage all financial aspects of the programs including creating program budgets, invoicing, etc.
  • Prepare reports for stakeholders; leads or assists with data collection and evaluation activities; reviews and analyzes information and data concerning MFFC programs, to determine effectiveness.
  • Create on your own and work with development team to promote transportation, environment, and other program related work
  • Develop and implement outreach and engagement strategies to connect with various community groups, organizations, and individuals including tabling.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships and partnerships with key community stakeholders and community-based organizations, including local leaders, businesses, and influencers.
• Coordinate and organize existing and new community events including Mattapan on Wheels, educational workshops such as Transportation Talks, and activities to encourage participation and interaction around programs.
• Represent MFFC at transportation, environment, and other program areas at related meetings, councils, coalition, boards, etc. and share MFFC’s position at the city, state, and national level where appropriate.
• Create innovative resident informed opportunities where residents can be involved in the transportation and environment planning activities happening in the City of Boston
• Meet weekly with the executive director or as needed
• Attend meetings, local events, meetings, and gatherings to establish a presence within the community
• Supervise the Active Living Coordinator and interns
• Collaborate with MFFC staff and core partners where appropriate
• Support fundraising efforts such as grant writing and any other internal efforts that may arise
• Lead MFFC related community meetings
• All other duties as assigned

We will consider exceptional candidates who demonstrate a strong combination of the specific qualifications and skills described below.

• A genuine resonance with and commitment to our mission, vision, and values.
• Demonstrated cultural competence with diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic groups and understanding of the role social determinants, including racism, play in its impact on health outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (communications, community engagement, public health, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in program management, meeting facilitation, community engagement, outreach, or related roles in a community similar to Mattapan.
• Self-starter, able to take initiative, strong attention to detail.
• An Interest in community engagement, environmental/climate change justice, and transportation justice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
• Creative and strategic thinking to develop innovative engagement initiatives and solve challenges.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for community building and a genuine interest in understanding diverse perspectives.
• Able to get around the city of Boston via walking, rolling, public transportation, or car
• Bi-lingual in Haitian Creole or Spanish a plus
• Able to work evenings and some weekends as needed

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those for this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Work is performed in an office environment and in close proximity to other workers.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to:

• Handle, or feel objects, tools or controls;
• Reach; traverse; sit (usually for longer periods of time); occasionally ascend/descend; and position self (to) move;
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds;
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate;
• Job is not subject to significant occupational or environmental hazards;
• Likelihood of personal injury would be relatively slight;
• Environmental and work hazards are not present to a measurable degree.

Compensation and Benefits

Location: Work will be primarily performedHybrid -Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition,1613 Blue Hill Ave, Suite 307, Mattapan, MA 02126.

Schedule: Regular full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Weekdays, some evenings, and some Saturdays (seasonal) are required

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000/year and is commensurate with experience.

Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package including:

• Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO): twelve paid holidays, three weeks of vacation, one week of personal holiday, and ability to accrue up to 487.5 hours of health leave time for benefited staff.
• 80% Employer-paid, offering some $0 deductible Health Insurance through Harvard Pilgrim along with several low-deductible plans;
• Low-cost Guardian Dental and Vision.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care.
• Employer-paid Life, Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employer-paid Pension and Employee-paid 403b plan through TIAA.
• ...and more!

TSNE/MFFC strives to achieve excellence through a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that embraces all of our individual and collective differences. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Middle Eastern and North African, Bilingual and/or Bicultural candidates, and LGBTQ2SIA+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We value and honor the unique talents, learning styles, and lived experiences of each individual that enrich and strengthen our workplace culture, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

All employment conditions are based on an individual’s performance and job qualifications. TSNE/MFFC prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, creed, color, religion, native language, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, race-based hairstyles, or any other protected characteristic stated by federal and state law. Regardless of any class’ protection under the law or lack thereof, TSNE/MFFC celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse team of employees. It is represented in our workplace culture, and it is who we are.

TSNE/MFFCs EEO statement extends to volunteers, interns, contractors, vendors, and clients.