Program Coordinator

Job Description

What We Are Looking For 

The Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty utilizes the tools of research, policy, and practice to cultivate evidence-based solutions to the challenges of food and economic injustice. The Program Coordinator will support this mission by performing professional and administrative duties in support of the day-to-day operations in Dallas, Texas.

This position is not  eligible for remote work and is a temporary assignment expected to end 6/30/25.

A Bachelor’s degree, three years of relevant work experience, and an active Christian faith are required. A Master's degree and five years of relevant work experience are preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement. 

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

What You Will Do

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for planning, executing, reporting, and evaluating all program activities including but not limited to the following for funded projects.

• Provide management oversight for daily operations of outreach, training, marketing, and reporting.
• Initiate, foster, and develop on going relationships with partners and other stakeholders in the project’s operating responsibilities. Partners may include but not be limited to the following entities in the greater Dallas Metropolitan area:
  • Educational institutions, including various stakeholders within Baylor University
  • Community health organizations
  • Federal agencies
  • Local, regional, and state agencies(e.g., TDA, TEA)
  • Community food and wellness coalitions and partners
  • Faith-based partners resourcing low-income communities
  • For-profit organizations
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Food Banks and pantries
  • Local officials and stakeholders
• Support the creation, design and delivery of all marketing, promotional, and educational tools, programs, and activities.
• Train community partners on the project’s purpose, objectives, and goals.
• Utilize exceptional accuracy in collecting, analyzing, and managing all data.
• Track and report all progress on project or grant deliverables.
• Draft reports for internal and external constituents as required by the grant, the university, and external or internal partners.
• Draft news releases and articles for media outlets.
• Develop social media content.
• Develop and make presentations to various stakeholders.
• Maintain content expertise on topics relevant to the project
• Participate in the Baylor Collaborative meetings and other required trainings and events
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission.
• Comply with university policies.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Report to the Regional Director of the Hunger Free Community Accelerator 

Essential Skills

• Superb written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively network with diverse constituents in wide-ranging contexts
• Ability to work independently in new environments with diverse constituencies
• Ability to travel for project management and oversight
• Accuracy analyzing, managing, and reporting highly detailed information
• Creative and responsive problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and adaptability in complex, evolving pilot projects
• Ability to respond quickly and accurately to challenges
• Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently project status and escalate when needed
• Ability to be an effective team player in a highly collaborative, dynamic and interdisciplinary environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Proficiency in creating content for social media (e.g. Facebook, websites)

Preferred Background Knowledge and Skills

• Educational and/or professional experience in food security or public health
• Knowledge of federal nutrition programs
• Experience with non-profit coalition building, marketing, and outreach

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor  and our strategic vision, Illuminate . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco  and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is  Waco!

About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info

• Job Identification 16410
• Job Category Staff
• Posting Date 03/20/2024, 03:44 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 811 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX, 76701, US