Neighborhood Partnerships Coordinator

Feeding San Diego•San Diego, CA

3d•$23 - $26•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Neighborhood Partnership Manager, the Partnerships Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations and implementation of Feeding San Diego partner and member agency food distribution programs. In this highly interactive role, the Partnerships Coordinator will work with faith-based organizations, non-profits, colleges, and food donors to establish and maintain positive relationships within the agency network. The Partnerships Coordinator is responsible for the efficient coordination of safe and dignified food distributions from donors to community partner (agency) to the public (people in need).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and food safety training preferred or High School Diploma/GED along with previous experience working in a nonprofit or public facing service role, including moderate level computer skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Knowledge of nonproﬁt organizational practices
Passion for and commitment to Feeding San Diego’s mission to alleviate hunger and food insecurity
Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
Proficient verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, and public speaking skills
A professional demeanor with an aptitude for problem-solving and critical thinking
Possess solid relationship-building, interpersonal skills, and a mature understanding of cultural competence
Technical acuity to learn the use of Salesforce, Ceres, Smartsheet, MealConnect, and data management programs
Demonstrates good judgment and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to quickly resolve conﬂict using tact, sensitivity, and discretion
Responsible, well organized, and demonstrated initiative
Excellent customer service skills, both in-person, virtually, and on the telephone
Accurate and detail-oriented; possess strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a complex and fast-paced environment
High degree of independence, flexibility, initiative, and commitment
Ability to provide excellent customer service with patient and professional representation in the community
Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the Agency’s insurance carrier standards.
Must be able to obtain and keep Food Handlers Certification at Manager level

Nice To Haves

Occasional evening or weekend work is required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Work closely with agency partners to ensure strategic and effective daily maintenance of food distribution programs
Build and maintain professional relationships with local partners, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and national food safety and monitoring standards and Feeding America program regulations
Ensure food safety standards are maintained at all agency partner sites and during donation hand-off at the retail store level via effective training, consistent communication and periodic compliance visits
Coordinate pick-up logistics from food service locations throughout San Diego County to non- profit partner agencies
Maintain databases related to agency relations, including retail pick-up schedules, agency and donor feedback, donor opportunities, and key contacts via Feeding America’s web platform
Identify agency partners who may need material resources; aid agencies for such things as grant opportunities, client-choice transitions, capacity building, and dignified distribution ideas
Initiate in-person connections with community-based organizations that can help FSD connect more food to more people