Youth Development 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

The Youth Development Program Manager has an exciting responsibility of amplifying the voices of our young people and continuing to build upon our existing youth framework. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our youth development program that supports the educational, social, emotional, and physical development of young people. The program’s purpose is multifaceted: it seeks to educate and engage youth in the systems and issues most impactful to their community, such as food access, transportation, and health. By fostering personal and professional growth, promoting community connectedness, and emphasizing the value of service, the program invests in youth as key agents for a healthier, more equitable and sustainable future. Through initiatives like workshops, civic engagement, and leadership opportunities, the program helps participants understand systemic issues, their historical impact, and pathways to advocate for change while building practical skills.

Essential Functions

Overall

• Lead the strategic direction and growth of the program
• Foster collaboration across teams within MFFC while providing meaningful insight to other parts of the organization and integrating youth where appropriate
• Identify and nurture new community partners while strengthening existing community partnership
• Support and/or lead with the planning of organizational wide MFFC events and partner events
• Attend related training, conferences, community meetings, and events to deepen knowledge of Mattapan, youth development, transportation advocacy, food access, and overall health
• Support the organization fundraising efforts and any other internal efforts that may arise
• Plan, lead, and/or attend MFFC community meetings
• Train related staff and volunteers
• Meet with the Executive Director weekly or as needed
• Carry out additional responsibilities as needed to support MFFC’s mission and community impact

Programs

• Youth Program Design & Facilitation
  • Maintain a safe environment for our Vigorous Youth in all spaces.
  • Uphold MFFC’s mission, visions, and values
  • Be a positive role model and mentor
  • Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise 8-15 youth ages 14-21
  • Create and implement boundaries between youth + staff
  • Connect young people with resources needed for their personal development
• Co-develop and strengthen academic year and summer program curricula, centering youth voice and lived experience in the planning process
• Design and coordinate meaningful educational experiences that deepen youth understanding of their leadership roles and the broader impact of their work within the Mattapan community
• Guide, mentor, and empower youth in planning and implementing youth-led initiatives, ensuring alignment with MFFC’s mission and values
• Collaborate with youth to showcase their successes through presentations to the community, elected officials, and key stakeholders

 Evaluation & Impact

• Oversee the collection, interpretation, and presentation of program data sometimes in partnership with youth
• Assist with data collection and evaluation for transportation advocacy and food access programs, ensuring accuracy and relevance to community needs

 Budgeting & Reporting

• Prepare, update and, manage the youth program budget
• Prepare and submit invoices for youth and other vendors related to the program
• Keep track of spending and complete monthly reconciliation of expenses
• Apply and submit youth employment applications to youth serving employment programs
• Assist with the completion of grant applications and reports

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

• Bachelor’s or an associate degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience working with youth in community, school, or nonprofit settings; or 3+ years of relevant experience without a degree
• Experienced in coordinating and facilitating youth programs and workshops for ages 14–19, with a focus on engagement, leadership development, and youth-led initiatives
• Understanding of youth development, identity, and trauma-informed practices
• Creative thinker with a collaborative, youth-first mindset
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and co-creating with youth rather than always leading
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, especially with youth from diverse backgrounds
• Passion for social justice and an interest in issues like food access, health equity, and sustainable transportation
• Comfort with flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to engage in physical activity (e.g., walking, biking, gardening, community events)
• Proficiency in tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms
• Experience working in or with communities of color and multilingual communities; bilingual in Haitian Creole and/or Spanish is a plus
• Familiarity with or commitment to the Mattapan community; Local applicants from Mattapan, Dorchester, or Roxbury are strongly encouraged to apply
• Project management experience is a plus
• Ability to travel locally via public transit, bike, or car
• Must pass CORI/SORI background check
• MFFC is an active organization meaning the Youth Development Program Manager will be participating in physical activity such as biking, gardening, farming, walking, lifting, etc.

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 performed in-office in Mattapan, MA. This is a Hybrid position.

Schedule: Regular Full-time, 37.5 hours per week; required to work some evenings and weekends to accommodate youth and community availability.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000/yr. 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 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/MFFC's EEO statement extends to volunteers, interns, contractors, vendors, and clients.