| Volunteer Coordinator | |||||
Company: Food Forward, IncLocation: Los Angeles, CA Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 01/25/2023 Expire Date: 03/25/2023 Job Categories: Nonprofit and Volunteer Services |
|||||
| Job Description | |||||
|
Volunteer Coordinator ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity and inspiring others to do the same. Fruits and vegetables are collected from backyard fruit trees, orchards, farmers markets, growers, distributors, the Los Angeles Wholesale Produce Market, and beyond. This recovered produce is provided, free of charge, to hunger relief agencies that serve community members in various ways: food banks, homeless outreach agencies, domestic violence shelters, transitional youth homes, veteran services, family resource centers, LGBTQ+ teen/adult/senior services, college student assistance programs, programs serving people with disabilities, and many more. See our core values below. POSITION OVERVIEW The Volunteer Coordinator will report to the Volunteer Engagement Manager and will be responsible for volunteer outreach, recruitment, training, retention, and appreciation. As such, they will be one of the first touchpoints for Food Forward volunteers and will interact with many who are new to our organization. They will ensure that volunteers have positive, fulfilling experiences and feel welcomed and informed throughout the process. This position provides an opportunity to become deeply involved in the food justice and environmental community, while working with a prominent and growing nonprofit. The Volunteer Coordinator is expected to attend, lead, and represent Food Forward at volunteer, community, and speaking events. These events occur across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties at different times during the week and on weekends; candidates must have a reliable form of transportation and/or access to a vehicle to attend events not accessible by public transportation. The ideal candidate is approachable, friendly, extremely detail-oriented, and able to enforce policies when needed. They are enthusiastic about social justice, anti-hunger, environmental and/or food systems, enjoy learning on the job, are comfortable handling large amounts of correspondence , and are passionate about engaging and expanding Food Forward’s large and diverse volunteer community. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Volunteer Coordination & Stewardship Collaborate with program staff to identify, recruit, onboard, train, and retain Event Leaders, who lead ~200 produce recovery events per month across Los Angeles and Ventura counties Recruit and coordinate volunteers for 20-40 monthly produce recovery events Act as the main point of contact for volunteers via email, phone, newsletters, volunteer events, and other community events Sustain, create, and coordinate inquiries and partnerships with volunteer groups, organizations, and institutions Plan and monitor volunteer appreciation, including engagement events, and collaborate with the Communications team to develop content for external sharing purposes. PROGRAM OPERATIONS Work with the Volunteer Engagement Manager to set annual goals and accomplish program objectives, as well as provide input in the budgeting process Update and maintain volunteer-related data in Airtable and Google sheets Assist in improving the inclusivity and accessibility of volunteer opportunities to community members of various backgrounds Assist in developing new volunteer opportunities and Event Leader positions as needed Become a trained Event Leader for all programs in order to lead and train volunteers at produce recovery events as needed Recruit, onboard, and supervise office volunteers and interns as needed Ad hoc duties as needed MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Computer literate with proficiency in Google Workspace and able to learn new computer programs, including our custom database, CITRA Minimum of 1 year of work or volunteer experience in a position requiring speaking with the public or customer service Flexibility to work an occasional weekend as needed Bilingual, Spanish and English strongly preferred PHYSICAL OPERATIONS Ability to work both indoors and outdoors Ability to lift and move boxes of produce and equipment weighing up to 40-55 lbs Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, lift, twist, kneel, crouch, crawl, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach and stoop as needed BENEFITS Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance Coverage and Pet Insurance Simple IRA with 3% employer matching Generous sick days, vacation days, personal days, and holiday allocation Cell phone and internet reimbursement Telecommuting and work flexibility How to Apply: Send a cover letter in the body of the email including 1) Where did you discover this listing, and 2) If you were a variety of produce, what would you be and why? Please attach your resume as a PDF and send to career@foodforward.org. The subject line should read: Volunteer Coordinator – (Your Name). No phone calls, please. Please follow these instructions to ensure that we process your application. Contact Information
Contact Email: career@foodforward.org
Website: www.foodforward.org... Company Description:
Organizational Overview: Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity and inspiring others to do the same. Fruits and vegetables are collected in Los Angeles and Ventura counties from backyard fruit trees, orchards, farmers markets, and the downtown Los Angeles Wholesale Produce Market. This recovered produce is provided, free of charge, to hunger relief organizations that serve community members in various ways: food banks, homeless outreach agencies, domestic violence shelters, transitional youth homes, veteran services, family resource centers, LGBTQ+ teen/adult/senior services, college student assistance programs, programs serving people with disabilities, and many more. Since Food Forward’s inception, our staff and thousands of dedicated volunteers have rescued 100’s of million pounds of fruits and vegetables. This produce helped to feed millions of people across twelve Southern California counties, throughout seven states, as well as in tribal lands in the Southwest annually.
CORE VALUES
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Working together, we inspire and are inspired by the people in the communities we serve.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION We cultivate a diverse workforce that nurtures equity and inclusion.
FOOD JUSTICE We share the abundance of fresh produce and prevent food waste because everyone deserves access to fresh and nutritious food.
INTEGRITY We are honest, accountable and authentic in our words and actions.
JOYFULNESS We embrace a creative, spirited and fulfilling environment.
Please visit our employer showcase! | |||||
Job Seeker Tools
| • | Latest Jobs |
| • | Job Seeker Tools |
| • | Your Saved Jobs |
| • | Build Your Professional Profile |
Members Get Hired!
Similar Jobs
WALGREENS
Pharmacy Technician in Corona, CA
Pharmacy Technician in Corona, CA
PetSmart
Pet Groomer in El Centro, CA
Pet Groomer in El Centro, CA
Providence
Social Worker MSW in Orange, CA
Social Worker MSW in Orange, CA
PRICE WATERHOUSE COOPERS
OFRO Internal Audit SOC Senior Associate in San Francisco, CA
OFRO Internal Audit SOC Senior Associate in San Francisco, CA
Northrop Grumman
Associate Quality Engineer / Quality Engineer in Palmdale, CA
Associate Quality Engineer / Quality Engineer in Palmdale, CA
Ralphs
Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger in Fullerton, CA
Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger in Fullerton, CA
Ralphs
Asset Protection Specialist ($18 - $24.48) in Los Angeles, CA
Asset Protection Specialist ($18 - $24.48) in Los Angeles, CA
Featured Employers
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Featured Jobs & Internships
Climb Hire
Director of Brand Strategy, Marketing & Communications in Remote - United States, US
Purchase College
Executive Director of Strategic Engagement & Alumni Programs in Purchase, NY
Illinois State University
Department Chairs in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering in Normal, IL
American Academy of Pediatrics
Global Child Health Policy Assistant (Grant Funded) in Washington, DC
Maximus
Senior Informatica Developer in Remote, US
Maximus
Clinical Assessor- SMHRF Assessments (Travel Required-Hybrid Remote) in Chicago, IL
Maximus
Bilingual Night International Day One Caller – Veterans Evaluation Services in Houston, TX
University of Iowa
Director of Volleyball Analytics & Video Coordinator in Iowa City, IA
University of Washington
Assistant Teaching Professor - Department of Biochemistry – University of Washington in Seattle, WA
Maximus
Medical Office Assistant (Veterans Evaluation Services) in Valley View, OH
Old Dominion University
Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs in Norfolk, VA
FPWA
Member Engagement Manager in New York City, NY
FPWA
Campaign Manager in New York City, NY
FPWA
Director of Impact & Evaluation in New York City, NY
American Academy of Pediatrics
Project Manager, Evidence Based Medicine Initiatives in Itasca, IL
Climb Hire
Director of Brand Strategy, Marketing & Communications in Remote - United States, US
Purchase College
Executive Director of Strategic Engagement & Alumni Programs in Purchase, NY
Illinois State University
Department Chairs in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering in Normal, IL
American Academy of Pediatrics
Global Child Health Policy Assistant (Grant Funded) in Washington, DC
Maximus
Senior Informatica Developer in Remote, US
Maximus
Clinical Assessor- SMHRF Assessments (Travel Required-Hybrid Remote) in Chicago, IL
Maximus
Bilingual Night International Day One Caller – Veterans Evaluation Services in Houston, TX
University of Iowa
Director of Volleyball Analytics & Video Coordinator in Iowa City, IA
University of Washington
Assistant Teaching Professor - Department of Biochemistry – University of Washington in Seattle, WA
Maximus
Medical Office Assistant (Veterans Evaluation Services) in Valley View, OH
Old Dominion University
Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs in Norfolk, VA
FPWA
Member Engagement Manager in New York City, NY
FPWA
Campaign Manager in New York City, NY
FPWA
Director of Impact & Evaluation in New York City, NY
American Academy of Pediatrics
Project Manager, Evidence Based Medicine Initiatives in Itasca, IL
Follow Us!
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |