TABLE FOR TWO USA(*), 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is looking for a part-time (contract position) Partner Development and Communication Manager to further expand the unique Japanese inspired food education program, Wa-Shokuiku.

About Wa-Shouiku –Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!-

The Wa-Shokuiku Project (https://www.wa-shokuiku.org) is a new initiative from TABLE FOR TWO USA (*). Wa-Shokuiku combines the Japanese words “Washoku” which refers to Japanese food and, “Shokuiku”, food education and is a 7-part series of classes on Japanese food and food culture for American elementary and middle school-age students.  Our goal for the Wa-Shokuiku program is that students will be equipped with practical knowledge and skills regarding healthy eating, Japanese foodways, and best practices. The objectives are (1) to expand students’ palates by teaching how to prepare tasty and healthy dishes using washoku preparation techniques, (2) Include discussion about manners, respect toward food and simple relevant Japanese words, and (3) introduce food related concerns, such as obesity and waste while discussing do-able daily actions inspired by shokuiku. Our instructors and volunteers implement and teach the Wa-Shokuiku Curricula in schools across New York City, Washington D.C., Boston and California.

Please view these the video of the hands-on programs to give you an idea of what the program covers.

https://www.wa-shokuiku.org/photos/2017/12/6/wa-shokuiku-learn-cook-eat-japanese-introduction

Responsibilities

• Partner Development and management
  • Conduct research, identify and cultivate prospective partners/donors (corporations and foundations)
  • Develop partnerships to obtain financial support from foundation and corporations
  • Develop and track grant proposals, applications, and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising. Write high-quality grant proposal narratives, applications, and supporting documents.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with major existing partners
• Communication
  • Communicate the program through various channels such as social media and website
  • Write a press release and reach out to media
  • Support the other TABLE FOR TWO programs such as World Food Day “Change the World with Onigiri #OnigiriAction” campaign as needed
  • Perform miscellaneous office tasks and organizational duties as needed

Qualifications

• BA (required)
• 3-plus years working experience
• Demonstrated ability to write successful grant proposals
• Creates written communication that is clear, precise, and compelling
• Able to effectively communicate
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently with purpose and accuracy
• High proficiency in all areas of Microsoft office, mac and windows operating systems
• English: Native/Full Professional proficiency, Japanese (a plus)
• Location: New York

Time Commitment: Approximately 5-10 hours per week. Scope of responsibilities and work schedule can be discussed based on your availability and skill set.

Job Type: Part-time (Contract)

Application process: To apply for this position, please submit resume to wa-shokuiku@tablefor2.org

TABLE FOR TWO USA (TFT) is a 501(C)(3) organization that that addresses the opposite issues of hunger and obesity through a unique “meal-sharing” program. TFT partners with corporations, restaurants, schools and other food establishments to serve healthy, low- calorie, TFT-branded meals. For each one of these healthy meals served, a small portion of the cost is donated to provide one school meal for a child in need. In this way, TFT has served healthy meals to both sides of the “table” and helped to right the global food imbalance. TFT started in Japan and now operates in 14 countries. As one of the most well-known NPOs in Japan which is noted for the longevity of its people, TFT promotes Japanese healthy eating culture as well to tackle the critical health issues. Learn more at: http://usa.tablefor2.org