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London and South East Area Manager (Maternity Cover)

FoodCycle
Home/London & South East based

Posted: 14 Oct 2024

Deadline: 21 Oct 2024

Compensation: £37,500 per annum (inclusive of London Weighting)

Living Wage employer Disability Confident scheme

Paid Full-time Fixed term / contract Remote working

Job description

Contract:  Maternity cover, fixed-term to 30 September 2025, or to the return of the substantive postholder (whichever is sooner).

This is an exciting opportunity to lead, develop and manage FoodCycle’s Programmes team in London & South East.  FoodCycle’s mission is to nourish the hungry and lonely in our communities with delicious meals and great conversation, using food which would otherwise go to waste.

As London & South East Area Manager you will represent, manage and co-ordinate FoodCycle Community Meals/Projects in these geographical regions.  With over 30 Community Meals/Projects across the region it is a great time to join a fantastic team.

You will be tasked with growing FoodCycle impact in London & South East region, strengthening existing projects and developing community partnerships. You will lead the London & South East team, effectively manage and establish this area, and ensure that FoodCycle is supporting as many people as possible in our local communities.

​An excellent communicator, you will have experience in line management, programme development and delivery, volunteer management and working with vulnerable adults. You will manage your area team ensuring they are trained, supported and on-message with FoodCycle strategy, and ensuring that volunteers are confident enough to self-organise and make a success of their Projects.

You will need to live in London & South East, and be able to travel to projects in London & South East area for this exciting role.

Benefits: We offer 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays, and additional holiday for length of service (pro-rata for part-time). Our healthcare package allows staff to claim money back on healthcare bills and includes access to telephone counselling and online GP appointments.

View the full job description here: London and South East Area Manager 2024 JD - Maternity Cover.pdf

Interview process: Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a 30 minute task prior to interview (likely to be sent on or around 25th October).

Interviews: planned for Wednesday 6th November 2024.

Inclusivity: FoodCycle is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Safeguarding: Safeguarding is everyone’s business - FoodCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare / wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. This role will therefore require a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

Please note that you will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this role. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Application information

Please upload a CV of no more than two sides, and a covering note/letter of no more than two sides explaining why you are suitable for the role, via our vacancy website.

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