Healthy food, nutrition, local food systems 

Position: Program Manager/Registered Dietitian
Organization: Nourish Nova Scotia
Location: This role is open to candidates across Nova Scotia, with a preference for those living and working in the Halifax Regional Municipality, where the Nourish office is located. Team members based in Halifax follow a hybrid work schedule.

• Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)
• Start Date: June 2026
• Reports to: Executive Director
• Direct Reports: 3 full-time staff, 2 part-time staff, and seasonal interns and students.

• Terms of Employment:
  • $70,980 - $74,620 annually
  • 35 hours/ week
  • Cost-shared benefits plan
  • 3 weeks vacation and 10 sick/wellness days per year (plus paid time off for an office closure between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day).
• Deadline for Application: June 7 , 2026

About Nourish Nova Scotia

Nourish Nova Scotia inspires and equips young people to learn about food and transform the food systems around them. Through our programs and advocacy, we work to improve access to nutritious food, create supportive spaces for youth to learn about food, and support young leaders to make our food system better.

We believe that every young person deserves the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to build positive, healthy relationships with food. When we equip youth with hands-on food education, we’re not just teaching them how to cook or grow food - we are supporting a thriving, empowered generation, that values and protects our local food system.

About the Role

The Program Manager works closely with the Executive Director and the Nourish team to ensure programs and initiatives are well integrated, effectively supported, and aligned with Nourish Nova Scotia’s values and strategic plan. They serve as a key resource and primary go‑to for program staff, particularly in program design, internal collaboration, and process improvement. As the organization’s only registered dietitian, the Manager of Programs plays a critical role in ensuring that all programs and resources are evidence‑informed and uphold a high standard of nutritional programming for youth and youth‑serving
organizations.

Through strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, the Manager of Programs mentors and supports program staff, strengthens internal capacity for program design, development, and evaluation, and creates opportunities for meaningful youth and partner engagement. They also oversee the development and promotion of a growing suite of resources and professional development offerings, grounded in best practices and shaped by input from diverse partners and youth.

About You

You are an excellent communicator who brings clarity to complex ideas and builds tools and processes that help people do their best work. You are an experienced manager who enjoys supporting, mentoring, and championing a dynamic team with a wide range of skills and strengths.

You are a strategic thinker who’s also eager to roll up your sleeves and dive into the work alongside your team. You’re comfortable in emerging environments — capturing insights, connecting dots, and creating cohesion where others might see chaos. You have a learner’s mindset and thrive in spaces where teaching, sharing knowledge, and sparking curiosity are part of the everyday rhythm. You wear many hats with ease, drawing energy from the variety, collaboration, and creativity that come with a role that’s always evolving.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Program Strategy & Management

• Oversee the strategic development of core program areas and related initiatives, with support from the Executive Director.
• Foster strategic partnerships and manage a growing network of relationships across school and community settings, with a focus on expanding and deepening relationships with youth-serving organizations and across the food sector.
• Oversee the development and implementation of a youth engagement framework, ensuring strong engagement of Nourish team members and partners across all phases.
• Stay informed of relevant youth-focused initiatives (provincial and national) to identify opportunities for partnership, network development, and knowledge exchange.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of tools & processes to support
• Nourish team members in consistent and collaborative approaches to program design, implementation, and evaluation, including but not limited to:
• Program co-design with youth and partners (i.e. Definitions, approach, activities).
• Hosting youth and community led/supported events.
• Strengthening cross-program collaboration (i.e., co-facilitation of program team meetings and others as appropriate).
• Support fund development through the activation of strategic partnerships, contributing to strategic and mission aligned proposals and impact reporting.

Content Development & Resource Management

• Lead the development of evidence‑informed food and nutrition curriculum and educational resources that are age‑appropriate, consistent in design, and adaptable for classrooms and community settings. This includes supporting the creation of:
• Food Skills workshops for youth and partners
• A comprehensive Youth Food Leaders curriculum
• Curriculum‑linked activities in multiple formats (print, video, etc.). Lead the development of engaging and evidence informed food and nutrition curriculum and resources that are age appropriate and consistent in their design and approach.
• Lead the development of Setting the Table, a four-module professional development series designed to help facilitators create positive food experiences and supportive food environments for youth. This includes:
• Refining the NNS Statement on Healthy Eating and the Positive Food Environments Toolkit.
• Collaborating with youth and partners to co-develop module content and activities.
• Coordination and facilitation of the professional development sessions for educators and community partners.
• Create and support opportunities for youth and partner engagement in the design, development, and review of resources.
• Support the on-going development of the Nourish learning hub, helping to inform overall design and user engagement, and coordinating the review and updating of resources.

Team Development & Management

• Oversee the recruitment and hiring of key program staff and provide support for the recruitment and onboarding of all staff, interns, and volunteers, in collaboration with the Operations Coordinator and Executive Director.
• Provide management support for program coordinators, interns, and student placements, including budget oversight, mentorship and HR support, workplan development, program design, event planning, and evaluation and reporting.
• Facilitate the development and communication of organizational systems and processes that support program staff in program development, evaluation, and reporting. This includes but is not limited to the development and coordination of:
• Implementation of our impact measurement plan
• Implementation of tools for project management and collaboration
• Outreach and communication strategies

Knowledge Sharing & Translation

• Collaborate with Nourish program staff and partners to develop and share expertise and resources related to our program, advocacy and network initiatives.
• Support the collection and curation of impact stories via the NNS blog, newsletter and social media accounts.
• Support the co‑design and co‑delivery of webinars and other collaborative learning opportunities that strengthen Nourish’s contributions to informed practice in youth‑focused food systems.

General Administration & Organizational Support

• Based on ongoing connections with the Nourish team and partners, develop and manage a work-plan that can help guide priorities and timelines as they unfold.
• Contribute to team learning initiatives and support organizational planning processes, as appropriate.
• Contribute to organizational planning processes as required.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Current registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Dietetics (NSRD) required.
• Demonstrated experience in program strategy and development, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong organizational and project‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Proven ability to design evidence‑informed, age‑appropriate curriculum and resources for youth, educators, and youth-serving organizations.
• Experience developing and facilitating professional development, workshops, or webinars for educators, youth workers, and/or community partners.
• Demonstrated experience engaging youth, educators, and community partners in co‑design and participatory program models.
• Experience supervising staff, interns, and students by providing mentorship, workplan development, and continuous feedback cycles.
• Demonstrated skill in developing and communicating organizational systems, processes, and tools that enhance team effectiveness while fostering a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships and advance mission-aligned goals through strong relationships and communication that support ongoing collaboration.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate evidence into accessible, engaging resources.
• Proficient in Digital Productivity Tools, demonstrating strong computer aptitude across Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and related platforms.
• Work experience within the P-12 school system in Nova Scotia and/or Public Health and/or Non-profit is considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle is preferred for occasional travel to meetings, workshops, events, and partner sites.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume in one document to
human.resources@nourishns.ca referencing the position title in the subject line.

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.

The application deadline is on or before June 7th, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We expect that interviews will be conducted on June 16th & 17th, 2026.

If you require any accommodation or technical support, please indicate how we can support you in the body of your email. We appreciate your interest in Nourish Nova Scotia.