Program Assistant - Remote

Families in Washington, DC’s Wards 7 and 8 face the city’s highest rates of food insecurity and diet-related chronic disease. Children’s National Hospital offers a produce prescription and nutrition education program to support these families. Ideal candidates are passionate about nutrition, health equity, and community-based prevention.

Assist staff in the daily execution of program tasks and projects, providing administrative support to Program Manager and Program Coordinator. Maintain office files, complete purchase and reimbursement requests, and manage financial records. Assist with fundraising by researching funding prospects and drafting communications.

Key qualities include compassionate, clear communication with families and a strong customer service mindset. Demonstrate proactive problem-solving, follow-up, and research skills in a busy clinic environment. Bilingual Spanish proficiency is preferred for supporting diverse families.

Collaborate with co-workers on day-to-day tasks and special projects related to program goals. Manage logistics for fundraising events and maintain research databases meeting IRB requirements. This PRN role offers up to 20-30 hours per week in a remote setting.