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Spanish Liaison & Food Security Coordinator

Medford, Massachusetts•Part-time
up to $30 hourly
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About the Job
POSITION: Spanish Liaison & Food Security Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Health & Human Services / Office of Outreach & Prevention
Removed until filled
HOURS OF WORK: Temporary Part-Time Position (18 Hours Per Week)
Please Note: This position is not remote. Evening and weekend work may be required based on community engagement needs.
SALARY: $30/hour
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BASIC FUNCTION:
The Spanish Liaison & Food Security Coordinator serves as a bilingual liaison between the City of Medford and Spanish-speaking residents while supporting community food security initiatives. This position builds relationships, connects residents with resources, identifies barriers to access, and collaborates with community partners to promote equitable, culturally responsive programs and services.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Collaborate with municipal staff, community organizations, and project partners to advance food security initiatives throughout Medford.
  • Promote equitable access to food resources and support efforts to address food insecurity among Medford residents.
  • Serve as a liaison between the City of Medford and Spanish-speaking residents to improve access to programs, services, and community resources.
  • Build trusting relationships with residents experiencing food insecurity, particularly within Spanish-speaking and immigrant communities.
  • Conduct culturally responsive outreach and engagement activities to identify community needs and connect residents to available resources.
  • Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, listening sessions, and community events related to food security and resource access.
  • Collaborate with local agencies, food pantries, schools, community organizations, and service providers to strengthen the local food assistance network.
  • Support and coordinate programs addressing food insecurity, including food access initiatives, food distribution efforts, and other community-based food programs.
  • Assist in identifying barriers to food access and participation in community programs and recommend strategies to address those barriers.
  • Organize and support stakeholder groups and community partners working to improve food access, affordability, and availability.
  • Work closely with the Social Service Navigator to provide one-on-one assistance helping residents navigate social benefit programs, including MassHealth, housing support, financial assistance, educational systems, employment services, and other essential resources.
  • Assist with interpretation and translation as needed to facilitate communication between residents, City departments, community organizations, and service providers.
  • Collect and maintain information related to community needs, outreach efforts, and program participation to support reporting and program evaluation.
  • Participate in weekly team meetings and other project-related activities as assigned.
 
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
MINIMUM:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Three (3) years of experience in community organizing, outreach, advocacy, social services, food systems, public health, or related work.
  • Fluency in both English and Spanish, including written and verbal communication.
  • Experience building relationships and engaging community members from diverse backgrounds.
  • Experience working with immigrant and refugee communities.
BENEFICIAL:
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in public health, Social Work, Community Development, Human Services, Food Systems, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of food security programs, nutrition assistance resources, and local food systems.
  • Experience with community-based program development, outreach campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Proficiency with Zoom, social media, and other community outreach tools.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.
  • Knowledge of food insecurity issues, food assistance resources, and barriers affecting underserved populations.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with community members, service providers, and government partners.
  • Strong facilitation, public speaking, and community engagement skills.
  • Ability to plan and coordinate meetings, workshops, and community events.
  • Ability to collect, analyze, and summarize information to support program development and evaluation.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Zoom, social media platforms, and basic data tracking tools.
 
For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org
 
The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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