Manager, National Food Recovery Programs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Cultivate strategic alliances with program partners, such as retailers.

• Facilitate partnership meetings to uncover collaboration and resource opportunities.

• Organize partner engagement and training sessions.

• Oversee the planning and implementation of national food recovery initiatives, including the Retail Food Program.

• Create and manage communication, marketing, and training for the program.

• Evaluate programs to detect risks, identify opportunities, enhance efficiencies, and improve engagement.

• Train and mentor food banks to strengthen connections with matched program partners.

• Increase the volume of food received by the food bank network.

• Lead the planning for program stewardship and recognition.

• Identify and develop additional food recovery initiatives throughout Canada.

• Formulate strategies and programs that enhance access to nutritious food.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in program management, food procurement, relationship building, and/or fundraising/sales.

• Proven track record of achieving successful outcomes and fostering donor/industry relationships.

• Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant field.

• Strong understanding of Canada’s retail sector.

• Exceptional interpersonal abilities with a talent for building rapport and trust with retail partners and internal stakeholders.

• Outstanding presentation and negotiation skills.

• Capability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.

• Strong general computer proficiency.

• Proficient in MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

• Bilingualism in English and French is advantageous.

• Must possess reliable transportation for travel purposes.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.

🏝️ Benefits

• Engaging work that furthers Food Banks Canada’s mission.

• Accessible and barrier-free recruitment process.

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• Occasional travel within Canada.