Find out about any vacancies at Southend Foodbank, and how you can apply for a role.
We currently have a vacancy for: Foodbank Project Manager
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Hours: 20 hours per week - flexible (includes occasional evenings/weekends)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £29,250 pro rata for 20 hours
Southend Foodbank is seeking an experienced and compassionate Foodbank Project manager to lead the operational, strategic and community-facing work of our charity. As part of the Trussell network and supported by local churches, we provide emergency food and support to people in crisis. This role is central to ensuring our services run smoothly, safely and with dignity for every guest.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Governance
Report to the Board of Trustees quarterly.
Provide updates on significant events, risks or issues.
Prepare agendas and reports for trustee meetings.
Operations & Compliance
Ensure warehouse and distribution centres meet Trussell standards and statutory requirements.
Monitor key data indicators and maintain accurate records.
Keep policies up to date and submit the annual Charity Commission report.
Communications & Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with referral agencies, churches, schools and community groups.
Host events for key partners and develop a team of charity ambassadors.
Oversee the annual communications plan and approve press releases/social media content.
Maintain a regular presence across distribution centres and the warehouse.
Volunteer & Staff Management
Support and oversee paid staff and key volunteers.
Work with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure adequate staffing and training.
Lead regular staff and management team meetings.
Development & Innovation
Identify opportunities for new projects, partnerships and distribution centre improvements. Conduct annual assessments of distribution centres and research best practice across the network.
Finance & Fundraising
Work with community fundraiser, trustees and volunteers to ensure sustainable funding.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
Experience managing people and projects.
Experience working or volunteering in a volunteer-led organisation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confident using email, word processing and online systems.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Comfortable interpreting statistical data.
Access to own transport.
Personal Qualities
Empathy and the ability to work with people facing disadvantage or exclusion.
Integrity, reliability and alignment with the foodbank’s values.
Comfortable engaging with churches and faith-based partners.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting people in crisis and have the leadership skills to guide a growing community charity, we would love to hear from you.
Send a CV and covering letter to
natasha@southend.foodbank.org.uk by the 12th of February. Interviews will be on the 17th , 18th and 19th .