Program Manager
This is an exciting time to join the team of dedicated professionals
at a dynamic Not-For-Profit. If you want to be a positive-change
leader in the food insecurity sector in Toledo, this a role you should
consider. Each day is as different as the work you get to perform.
You will spend your time in service of our patrons, and with
committed volunteers and forward focused community leaders.
About Us: Food for Thought is a Toledo-based and Toledo-focused not-for-
profit organization that is dedicated to feeding and nourishing our
community. We are committed to feeding the Toledo area in a thoughtful
way, and envision a Toledo region where the hunger for food, respect and
belonging is met for all people. We serve through our PB&J program,
providing sandwiches and sack lunches to those in need every Saturday
morning. Additionally, we serve through our mobile food pantries, which
carry both shelf stable and fresh food choices to those experiencing food
insecurity. We have multiple pantry sites, and target areas where people do
not have ready access to a pantry in that neighborhood.
Essential Functions:
1. Volunteer Management: Our volunteers are critical to what we do!
Your role will be to ensure volunteers have a great experience with us. You
will be responsible to recruit, train and schedule all volunteers. You get the
opportunity to outreach into the community, and communicating to others
about our volunteer opportunities.
2. Program Management: You will oversee both our Pantry and PB&J
programs, ensuring that we provide exceptional service for all of our patrons.
You will work closely with the Executive Director to ensure our programs are
delivered pursuant to our promise to the community.
3. Social Media: A key to how we communicate! You will ensure our social
media pages are kept up to date and reflect our activities and needs. Help
keep Food For Thought a visible and respected presence in our community.
4. Building Relationships: Along with our Executive Director, work to
develop and strengthen relationships with individuals, faith-based partners,
business and donors to widen our fundraising base and volunteer network.
5. Represent: You’ll be a representative of Food For Thought at
community activities that enhance our organization’s profile
Key Qualifications: *Strong marketing, program management and public relations
experience with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of
stakeholders.
*Manage time efficiently while working on several project
simultaneously.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*Ability to motivate volunteers and cultivate/enhance community
partnerships.
*Work independently, think creatively, solve problems collaboratively
and show good judgment in decision making.
*A big plus if you have working knowledge of hunger and food equity
issues as well as local social services resource.
Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Food For Thought Food is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without
regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status,
political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information,
disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a
workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.