Company description

PPG is a non-partisan, not-for-profit team of doers, coaches, and advisors focused on making government work for its people. We believe good government is efficient, effective, and built to deliver results.

We help state and local governments optimize and streamline the most important work that they do: deliver public goods like clean water, vibrant parks, reliable public transit, and emergency response services.

Job description

At PPG, Associates drive the design and execution of projects and strategic initiatives. Working closely with Project Leaders and Assistant Directors, they shape project strategy and lead project implementation.

Reporting to the School Food Procurement Project Leader, the School Food Procurement Associate will support a cohort of school districts in designing, implementing, and evaluating innovative procurement strategies for school meal programs. The Associate will work closely with school administrators, food service providers, and state-level stakeholders to advance key project deliverables. The Associate will set up project management structures to drive project implementation, design practical and durable solutions, and facilitate key meetings, workshops, and check-ins.

Over time, Associates take on increasing responsibility, gaining greater autonomy in project delivery and stakeholder engagement. Associates also have opportunities to represent PPG at conferences, develop thought leadership materials, and contribute to internal initiatives that strengthen the organization. This position is grant-funded. Employment is contingent on continuation of funds and organizational needs, at PPG's sole discretion.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide Technical Assistance

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and solution recommendations that align with regulatory requirements, including USDA National School Lunch and Breakfast Program standards.
• Provide training and guidance to school personnel on procurement best practices, delivered virtually and via site visits.
• Understand and apply industry trends, regulations, and innovations in school food service procurement.
• Produce written materials and visuals including reports, how-to-guides, and relevant project collateral.

Pilot Design & Implementation

• Support project scoping and quantitative and qualitative research through interviews, surveys, process mapping, and policy reviews.
• Develop strategies for high-impact projects, rooted in diagnostic work and a clear theory of change.
• Coordinate communications with government/district partners and external stakeholders to ensure clear approvals and implementation readiness among all involved parties.
• Develop an evaluation plan with key performance metrics to assess pilot effectiveness.

Research and Reporting:

• Review local, state, and federal procurement regulations.
• Create impactful and accessible content (e.g., stories of impact, technical reports, analyses) for various audiences including drafting, reviewing, and providing edits to publications.
• Conduct qualitative interviews and surveys to assess the impact of interventions, user satisfaction, and any unintended outcomes.
• Collect and analyze data and review metrics to measure changes and improvements.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $75,000 - $100,000

Location

job can be done remotely

Application instructions

Deadline

May 06, 2025