Share Our Strength Cover Letter

Dear HR Manager, I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in the Senior Manager position at the Center for Best Practices in Share Our Strength. My name is Margret Boykin and I am excited to apply for this role as I believe I possess the necessary skills and experience to make a significant contribution to your organization. I have been following Share Our Strength’s mission and work for quite some time now and I am deeply impressed by the impactful initiatives and programs that your organization has been implementing to end childhood hunger in America. As a passionate advocate for social justice and equity, I am drawn to the values and vision of Share Our Strength and I am eager to be a part of the team that is working towards creating a world where no child goes to bed hungry. What particularly excites me about this position is the opportunity to work in the Center for Best Practices. I have always been a firm believer in the power of research and data-driven practices to bring about meaningful change. The fact that Share Our Strength has a dedicated center to develop, evaluate, and disseminate best practices to end childhood hunger is what initially caught my attention. I am eager to leverage my skills and experience in this role to contribute to the advancement of best practices in the fight against childhood hunger. Over the course of my career, I have developed a strong skill set that I believe would be a great fit for this position. As a Senior Manager, I am confident in my ability to lead and manage a team effectively. In my previous role as a Program Manager at a non-profit organization, I successfully managed a team of 10 individuals and oversaw multiple projects simultaneously. I am adept at delegating tasks, providing guidance and support, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Moreover, my strong organizational skills and attention to detail have enabled me to consistently meet project deadlines and deliver high-quality work. In addition to my management skills, I also bring a wealth of experience in conducting research and data analysis. In my current role as a Research Analyst, I have been responsible for designing and conducting research studies, analyzing data, and presenting findings to various stakeholders. I am proficient in using statistical software such as SPSS and have experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods. I am confident that these skills would be valuable in contributing to the work of the Center for Best Practices at Share Our Strength. Furthermore, I am highly passionate about social justice and have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities, particularly in the area of food insecurity. I have actively volunteered with organizations that work towards addressing food insecurity in low-income communities, and this has further fueled my passion for this cause. I am committed to using my skills and experience to make a positive impact in the lives of those who are most vulnerable and in need. I am also impressed by Share Our Strength’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a person of color, I firmly believe in the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and I am confident that my experiences and perspectives would contribute to the cultural competence of the organization. In closing, I am excited about the opportunity to join Share Our Strength and contribute to its mission of ending childhood hunger. I am confident that my skills, experience, and passion make me a strong candidate for the Senior Manager position at the Center for Best Practices. I am eager to discuss my qualifications further and demonstrate my enthusiasm for this role in an interview. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely, Margret Boykin