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Ecumenical Community Food Pantry of Norwood
Executive Director Application

This PAID Executive Director position works under the direction of the Executive Board of Directors team, managing all operational aspects of the Norwood Food Pantry.

 

This is a part-time position, approximately 25–30 hours per week spread over 2–3 weekday mornings plus at least 3 Saturday mornings a month on a regular basis. There may be some evenings as needed, including attending regular board meetings.

 

The Executive Director (ED) leads food pantry operations, including but not limited to overseeing volunteers, overseeing daily logistics (procurement, inventory, and distribution), client relations, maintaining financial health, and championing the pantry's mission. The ED ensures efficient, safe daily operations, with a strong focus on client service and community partnerships. 

 

The ED will work alongside the Board of Directors to develop programs and policies, ensure accurate data management, secure grants/donations, participate in strategic planning, fundraising (grants, donors, events), and marketing.

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Key Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

  • Leadership & Strategy: Collaborate with the Board of Directors to set strategic direction and develop long-range plans, ensuring mission alignment.

  • Operations: Oversee food pantry operations, set and review existing procedures to ensure smooth daily operations.

  • Inventory Management: Oversee food procurement from various organizations and inventory control.

  • Fundraising & Development: Provide insights into the execution and management of organizational food drives, fundraising activities, grants, etc.

  • Volunteer & Staff Management: Alongside the volunteer coordinator, oversee the recruitment, training, and scheduling of the volunteer base, fostering a positive environment and relationships.

  • Community Relations & Marketing: Alongside the outreach coordinator, build partnerships with local organizations, promote the pantry's mission, and increase community awareness.

  • Financial Stewardship: Ensure fiscal responsibility and provide financial expenditures/explanations as needed to the treasurer.

  • Board Relations: Work closely with the Board of Directors executive team and committees (planning, finance, etc.) and report on progress and challenges.

 

Essential Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills.

  • Excellent communication (written/oral) and interpersonal skills.

  • Financial management experience.

  • Passion for fighting food insecurity and serving marginalized communities.

  • Ability to work with a variety of personalities and handle conflict in a professional manner.

  • Proficiency with computers, databases, and social media. This includes Microsoft Office products and Google services such as Gmail and Drive. Experience with Oasis and GBFB systems is desired but not required.

  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

  • Experience in nonprofit or small business management is desired

  • You must be flexible with hours and days, including Saturday mornings and some evenings, and be available when the pantry is open to clients. You will be required to attend evening board meetings. 

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Compensation: This is a part-time, salaried position, $55k per year, plus 2 weeks of paid time off.

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Executive Director Application

Cover Letter is Required- You may either upload a resume or include your LinkedIn Profile URL

Disclaimer and Agreement

The Ecumenical Community Food Pantry of Norwood, Inc. (Norwood Food Pantry) provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, gender or gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.


I understand that the Executive Director position requires the ability to lift 20lbs and/or stand, bend, kneel or squat. In addition, the position requires visual acuity sufficient to read food labels, expiration dates and data on computer screens. The Executive Director must follow direction from the Norwood Food Pantry Board Executive team. All positions at the Norwood Food Pantry are “at will” and may be terminated at any time by either party. The Executive Director position requires the ability to consistently work Saturdays, weekday mornings, and occasional evenings.


I WAIVE, RELEASE AND DISCHARGE Norwood Food Pantry from any and all liability, including, but not limited to: liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons, for my disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me.


By applying to the Executive Director position, I hereby certify that the answers given by me during the selection process are true and correct without reservation and hereby authorize the Norwood Food Pantry to verify same. If an opportunity is obtained under this application, I will comply with all orders, rules, and regulations of the Norwood Food Pantry. Unless otherwise noted in this document, I authorize the Norwood Food Pantry to verify information I have provided during the selection process regarding former employers, volunteer organizations and educational institutions. If upon review, anything contained in my statements are found to be untrue, I understand that I will be subject to dismissal at anytime. If this application leads to a Norwood Food Pantry paid position, I understand that I may undergo a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) background check.  I understand that any false or misleading information in my application/interview or criminal record may result in my release. 

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