Foodbank Manager

About the role

To lead and manage the day-to-day operations of Dacorum Foodbank, ensuring the effective delivery of emergency food support to individuals and families in crisis. The Foodbank Manager will oversee a team of staff and volunteers, manage suppliers, stock and logistics, and work collaboratively with supporters, internal teams, referral agencies and support services to provide holistic, person-centred support. You will support the team to manage ad hoc donations and potentially challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.

About you

·         Leadership & Management:  We are looking for someone with proven supervisory experience, strong people management skills, and the ability to delegate effectively—ideally with some experience managing volunteers.

·         Operations & Compliance: The role requires strong IT skills, organizational ability, and a solid understanding of Health & Safety, safeguarding, and data protection/GDPR.

·         Community & Advocacy: A successful candidate will have a deep understanding of poverty and the welfare system, alongside the communication skills needed to build professional relationships and community partnerships.

·         Values & Physicality: You should be a compassionate, adaptable problem-solver who is passionate about charity work and physically able to safely lift and move food parcels.

Benefits

·         25 days or equivalent annual leave

·         Flexible working environment

·         Medicash plan, including Virtual GP, some dental and optical cover

·         Employee assistance programme - 24/7 mental health support helpline

·         Professional development and training

·         NEST pension scheme

 How to apply

Please read the full Job Description & Personal Specification.