The Hands for Hunger Culture

Our team is small, but mighty. Each member is dedicated to our mission and driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to healthy and nutritious food. We are creative, professional, self-motivated, and committed to our work.

OPEN POSITION: Outreach Coordinator

Are you a community-minded professional with a passion for connecting people? The Hands for Hunger Hunger Outreach Coordinator is responsible for creating volunteer opportunities, community events and helping to ensure that we help as many people as possible.

If this describes you, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@handsforhunger.org

Position Details

Job Title:                Outreach Coordinator

Location:                New Providence, The Bahamas

Reports to:            Executive Director, Hands for Hunger

Position Type:      Full-Time

DEADLINE:           January 19th, 2024 

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@handsforhunger.org

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Outreach Coordinator will work closely with the Executive Director (ED) and the Communications, Media & Events Manager (CME) and will be responsible for the education of the public about Hands for Hunger initiatives as well as the coordination of Hands for Hunger volunteers. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

 

Community Outreach

  • Work closely with ED to research, develop, plan and coordinate community outreach program activities;
  • Work closely with CME to develop and prepare well written materials and professional presentations;
  • Work with partner agencies and community members to promote the elimination of unnecessary hunger and/or reduction of food waste;
  • Staff community events with skilled volunteers (food distributions, promotional events, special events and other activities as needed);
  • Make presentations for schools, local businesses, and other identified groups and individuals by request;
  • Work closely with ED as a liaison between various community-based organizations, civic groups, service clubs, schools, youth organizations, local businesses, and other groups to maintain open lines of communication with Hand for Hunger;
  • Develop and maintain positive public and community relations;
  • Prepare written progress and evaluation reports and program information as needed;

 

Volunteer Coordination

  • Recruit, train, and supervise all volunteers.
  • Collect volunteer information, availability, and skills, and maintain an up-to-date database.
  • Work closely with ED and CME to staff Hands for Hunger events and facilities with skilled volunteers.
  • Keep new and existing volunteers informed about the organization and volunteer opportunities.
  • Match volunteers to opportunities that suit their skill sets, and ensure they understand their responsibilities and receive the proper training.
  • Maintain schedules and records of volunteers’ work.
  • Perform other duties as required.

 

Requirements:

  • Experience in Management, Education, Community Development or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of databases.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organization and team-building skills.
  • Excellent public speaking skills.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Ability to occasionally work outside of regular hours.