Communications Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

About Operation Food Search :

Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search is a hunger relief organization that provides food, nutrition education and innovative programs in order to reduce food insecurity and increase equitable access to food. We serve 200,000 people every month through a network of 330 partners in 25 counties in Missouri and Illinois. We use a combination of immediate food assistance and supportive services, while also working on long-term solutions and systemic changes to help solve the problem of hunger.

Our Mission is to heal hunger with innovative and collaborative solutions that provide food today and help create a hunger-free tomorrow.

Our Vision is a region where everyone has equitable access to the food they need to lead healthy lives.

Our Goals are to :

• Meet the immediate need for food for children, individuals and families by providing high-quality nutrition through our distribution network.
• Empower long-term skills through nutrition education and by teaching how to shop and prepare healthy food on a budget.
• Champion change through advocacy, innovative programs and by addressing systemic inequities.

For more information about OFS, please visit our website at www.operationfoodsearch.org.

Position Summary :

The Communications Manager plays a key role in elevating Operation Food Search's mission, programs, and impact across multiple platforms. This mid-level role supports internal and external communications strategies and is responsible for content creation, storytelling, and project management. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative thinker, and proactive collaborator who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Essential Functions :

Content Development

Digital Communications & Social Media

Media Relations

Event & Campaign Support

Internal Communications & Brand Management

Requirements :

Education & Experience :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements :

Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

Benefits – FT Positions

To Apply : Please submit your resume, cover letter, and 2–3 writing samples. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Location : 1644 Lotsie Blvd., Overland, MO 63132

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.