Director of Community Engagement

Are you a versatile community builder with a passion for creating equitable access to nutritious food? Do you want to use your skills to help address the root causes and impact of hunger in the Kansas City area? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us : Harvesters employees are passionate : we want to improve how our neighbors access nutritious food. We're a friendly, dedicated, and passionate bunch of folks. We offer a robust benefits package, including employee-paid medical, dental, life and disability insurance and a 403b plan. Our paid time off is generous and includes paid holidays. We're building a hardworking and diverse team that works hard toward shared goals. We also support our employees' growth and desire to live well-rounded lives.

The Role : Organize, lead, put into action, and review community engagement initiatives. The goal is to attract contributions of time, money, food, and support that satisfy and exceed the organization's needs.

Primary responsibilities :

• Lead the annual Community Engagement strategy, aligning team efforts with organizational priorities, fundraising goals, and brand visibility. Coach and support team members, fostering a collaborative and mission-driven culture.
• Drive volunteer recruitment and retention to meet operational needs and maintain a strong volunteer experience. Identify new community support opportunities across individuals, corporate partners, and civic or faith-based groups.
• Oversee food and virtual food drives and retail campaigns, setting goals and evaluating results.
• Strengthen relationships with volunteers and community partners; collaborate with Fund Development to advance giving and engagement.
• Manage the Community Engagement team in planning and executing impactful community events.
• Work closely with Fund Development, Communications, and Advocacy to ensure cohesive campaigns and messaging.
• Maintain responsible oversight of departmental budgets.
• Use data to guide decisions, track engagement metrics, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Represent the organization at community events and forums.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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Qualifications :

Harvesters is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.