HOPE (Helping Overcome Poverty’s Effects in Addison County) will be looking to hire a Food Programs Coordinator.

Job Description 

We are looking for a competent Program Coordinator who is passionate about healthy food and food justice to undertake a variety of program tasks. You will carry out important operational duties including oversight of a large, thriving Food Shelf, farm pickups, leading groups in farm gleans, distribution of produce to other charitable food sites, implementation of pop-up food distribution events, and more. Must be detail-oriented, comfortable working with diverse groups, and able to foster successful working relationships with volunteers. 

 Responsibilities 

• Plan and coordinate food education events 
• Help build positive relations in the community 
• Ensure the provision of healthy food to those who are food insecure in a manner which respects dignity, choice, and empowerment 
• Plan and implement food education activities 
• Oversee the smooth operation of a clean, well stocked food shelf 
• Ensure that surplus supermarket and bakery goods are ready for distribution each morning 
• Keep updated records and create reports or proposals 

Skills 

• Proven experience as program coordinator or relevant position 
• Knowledge of using fresh produce to create healthy meals 
• Knowledge of food safety practices 
• Tech savvy, proficient in MS Office and social media 
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills 
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills 
• Detail-oriented and efficient 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Experience in driving a truck helpful 
• Minimum of 2 years experience in local food systems 
• Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions, and to lift and carry boxes of food 

To apply, send resume and letter of interest to receptionist@hope-vt.org