Jobs in Rutherglen Central and North, South Lanarkshire

We are currently looking to employ a FOODBANK COORDINATOR for the Rutherglen and Cambuslang Foodbank.

Rutherglen and Cambuslang Foodbank operate three Distribution Centres which are open at various times throughout the week. We are an established Charity and provided help to approximately 7,000 people last year. This is a diverse role which requires coordination of a wide range of tasks to support the smooth running of the Foodbank.

Role Description:

To oversee all aspects of the Rutherglen and Cambuslang Foodbank and ensure that the Foodbank operates using the operating model as follows:

• Recruiting volunteers including reference checks, disclosure checks if required, obtaining signed confidentiality agreements and GDPR agreements
• Recruiting, supporting and training Duty Managers
• Ensuring that the Foodbank meets Health and Safety standards
• Developing, updating and ensuring adherence to all policies and procedures
• Ensuring that all volunteers work within the boundaries of the confidentiality agreement
• Identifying volunteer training needs
• Ensuring that the Foodbank meets Environmental Health Standards
• Communicating frequently with all relevant people including churches, volunteers, Trussell, Referring Agencies, Trustees etc.
• Ensuring that all Foodbank social media channels are updated regularly
• Communicating with media and promoting the Foodbank service in a positive way
• Organising Foodbank representation at community events
• Implementing the Foodbank strategy in partnership with the Foodbank Trustees
• Implementing the Foodbank strategy in partnership with Trussell
• Supporting Trussell Governance Health Checks and follow up actions as required

The hours of work will be flexible, but must meet the needs of the service, with some evening and weekend work required.