Manager leading national food recovery programs for Food Banks Canada’s network of 5,500+ organizations. Building retailer partnerships and expanding access to nutritious food across Canada.
Responsibilities
Foster strategic relationships with program partners, including retailers
Lead partnership meetings and identify collaboration and resource opportunities
Conduct partner engagement and training sessions
Manage planning and execution of national food recovery programs, including the Retail Food Program
Develop and manage program communication, marketing, and training
Analyze programs to identify risks, opportunities, efficiencies, and engagement improvements
Train and mentor food banks to strengthen relationships with matched program partners
Increase the amount of food received by the food bank network
Lead program stewardship and recognition planning
Identify and develop incremental food recovery initiatives across Canada
Build strategies and programs that increase access to nutritious food
Requirements
Minimum 4 years’ program management, food procurement, relationship building and/or fundraising/sales experience
Track record of successful results and ability to build and maintain donor/industry relationships
Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a related field
Strong knowledge of Canada’s retail sector
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport and trust with retail partners and internal stakeholders
Excellent presentation and negotiation skills
Ability to coordinate multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities
Strong general computer skills
Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
Must have reliable transportation for travel
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Benefits
Meaningful work advancing Food Banks Canada’s mission
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