Employment Opportunities

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana has employment openings for a Director of Development and a Mobile Food Pantry Coordinator. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to . No phone calls, please.

Job Description:

Title:                                     Director of Development

Classification:                       Full-time, Exempt, 40 hours/week

Reports to:                            Executive Director and CEO

Salary Range:                        $70,000 - $80,000/annually

Benefits of Working at the Food Bank of Northern Indiana:

• Eleven holidays – New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• Vacation and Sick Days – prorated for the first year based on hire date/available after 90 days.
• Health Insurance – Available the first month following 60 days of employment. Employee is responsible for 10% of the premium.
• Dental Insurance – free to employee regardless if covered under health insurance policy.
• Hearing and Vision Insurance – free to employee covered under health insurance policy.
• Life Insurance – free to staff member ($25,000 policy).
• Cell Phone Reimbursement - $60 per month.
• Short Term Disability Insurance – eligible the first month following 60 days of employment.
• Simple IRA – eligible after 90 days during open enrollment period which is November 1 with a 3% Food Bank of Northern Indiana contribution.

Mission:

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana works in partnership with the community to feed the hungry, increase awareness of the effects of hunger and lead programs designed to alleviate hunger. The Food Bank serves Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaPorte, Marshall, Starke and St. Joseph Counties and is a member of Feeding America, Feeding Indiana’s Hungry and United Way.

Job Summary:

The Director of Development is charged with the development and execution of a comprehensive and long-term financial development plan to support the mission of the Food Bank of Northern Indiana. This position will work closely with the Executive Director and CEO to create and execute fundraising strategies that increase FBNI’s support from corporations, foundations and other sources. This includes, but is not limited to, identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of corporate and foundation gifts, major individual gifts planned giving, special events and grant writing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Executive Director and CEO and Board of Directors External Committee to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet annual and long-range goals.
• Develops, manages and evaluates all fundraising activities to ensure annual revenue goals are achieved.
• Research, develop, cultivate, engage, solicit and steward a portfolio of prospects, corporate partners and major donors in the Food Bank’s six-county service area.
• Proactively develops and implements strategies, grant requests, events, outreach and donor calls, and fundraising requests to support programs and activities of FBNI.
• Partners with Executive Director and CEO and others in making solicitations as appropriate.
• Researches public and private grant agencies and foundations to identify other sources of funding for FBNI, and may serve as grant writer or collaborate with Executive Director and CEO to pursue these opportunities.
• Represents FBNI at community meetings and events and serves as a media spokesperson as appropriate.
• Coordinates direct marketing activities with third party fundraising firm to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Oversees administration of donor database. Utilizes donor reports and data to inform fundraising strategies and maximize revenue.
• Coordinates the design, publication and distribution of marketing and communication materials for resource development purposes.
• Serves as a member of the senior management team at FBNI to help shape organizational strategy.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and CEO.

Minimum Qualifications for Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Philanthropy, Public Leadership, Business Management or related field is required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous work experience in a non-profit organization is required.
• Minimum of six years of demonstrated fund development experience with a proven record of achieving fund development goals through corporate and major gift cultivation and stewardship.
• Previous work experience developing and executing signature fundraising events.

Required Background, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Self-starter who is goal-driven in initiating donor and sponsorship visits and inquiries.
• Demonstrated knowledge and success in donor cultivation and fundraising techniques.
• Demonstrated relationship building.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups with a team approach and successful results.
• Ability to be a strong team player, work independently and collaborate with others as appropriate.
• Exhibit strong verbal, written, presentation, planning, time management and organizational skills. Ability to write, edit and proofread correspondence and presentation materials for accuracy and style.
• Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to plan, prioritize, take initiative, resolve problems, meet deadlines and multi-task.
• Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Must have high integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Donor Perfect database is preferred and self-supporting as to computer and clerical needs.

Working Conditions:

This position may require early morning, evening or weekend work or a longer workday as necessary. Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel independently by car for work and have reliable transportation. Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds.

Employment requires a negative drug screening, Covid test and vaccination verification and successful background check.

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

Job Description:

Title:                                       Mobile Food Pantry Coordinator

Classification:                       Part-time, Non-Exempt, 20 hours/week; Monday-Friday

Reports to:                             Executive Director and CEO

Salary Range:                        $16-$20/hour

Benefits of Working at the Food Bank of Northern Indiana:

Eleven holidays – New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. (Dependent on employee’s normal workdays.)

Mission:

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana works in partnership with the community to feed the hungry, increase awareness of the effects of hunger and lead programs designed to alleviate hunger. The Food Bank serves Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaPorte, Marshall, Starke and St. Joseph Counties and is a member of Feeding America, Feeding Indiana’s Hungry and United Way.

Job Summary:

The Mobile Food Pantry Coordinator to lead the overall management and reporting for the Food Bank of Northern Indiana’s Mobile Food Pantry Program. This position will work with team members to identify and schedule distributions, determine TEFAP product and other perishable and non-perishable product to be distribute, and to ensure that these distributions are executed in a timely and dignified manner. This person will develop and produce communication flyers, lead product production with volunteers to pack product for distributions at the FBNI warehouse and on-site at mobile food distribution site, and serve as the distribution’s on-site staff member along with the FBNI drive to execute these distributions. Additionally, this position will be responsible for capturing and reporting mobile food distribution data.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of the Mobile Food Pantry to include: secure site for mobile distribution; coordinate MOU with site; Coordinate site delivery schedules with each partner and FBNI Operations Department; procure necessary provisions and equipment; and schedule FBNI volunteers with the Programs & Experience Manager for the Mobile Food Pantry.
• Develop, maintain, and cultivate new and existing Mobile Pantry partnerships.
• Provide ongoing support to Mobile Pantry partners via email, phone calls and in-person or Zoom meetings as needed.
• Research the local populations to provide additional culturally appropriate foods if available.
• Submit Mobile Pantry orders on time, based on assigned order generating timeframes.
• Communicate details of Mobile Food Pantry distribution with appropriate staff.
• Create monthly distribution flyer schedules.
• Complete monthly statistical reports computing demographic data for distribution by site as well as city/county calculations.
• Collect daily service counts and compile data into excel spreadsheets.
• Receive product weekly, inventory, stock and restock as needed inspecting for quality.
• Ensure environment and activities at mobile distribution site promote food safety.
• Develop a questionnaire about their mobile food pantry experiences if willing to participate in these types of questionaries.
• Proactively look for solutions to partner challenges in executing the Mobile Pantry Program, including developing a questionnaire about their mobile food pantry experiences, providing guidance, and working with FBNI staff to overcome obstacles.
• Purchase materials for these distributions including boxes, plastic bags, packing tape and shrink wrap for production of these distribution food boxes.
• Train and supervise all Mobile Pantry sites. Set proper expectations for program operations to ensure the program model is carried out by partner staff and volunteers at all times.
• Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Agency Relations Director, Inventory Specialist and Programs and Experience Coordinator to ensure that these distributions are executed in a timely and dignified manner.
• Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Agency Relations Director and Programs and Experience Coordinator to identify locations and schedule distribution sites, determine TEFAP products to be distributed on these distributions, develop and produce communication flyers, lead product production with volunteers to pack product for distributions at the FBNI warehouse and on-site at mobile food distribution site, and serve as the distribution’s on-site staff member along with the FBNI drive to execute these distributions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and CEO.

Minimum Qualifications for Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Job or educational experience in Business, Nonprofit, Food Service, or a related field.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and be part of a team.
• Become ServSafe certified; commit to adhering to safe food handling and storage guidelines and practices.
• Demonstrated skills in clerical and administrative functions.
• Demonstrated work experience in inventory systems. Experience with Primarius a plus.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Exhibit strong verbal, written, presentation, planning, time management and organizational skills. Ability to write, edit and proofread correspondence and materials for accuracy and style.
• Experience in data collection and analysis.
• Familiarity with a warehouse environment a plus.
• Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong, independent worker.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and self-supporting as to computer and clerical needs.
• Ability to attend work functions and appointments outside of normal work hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by Executive Director and CEO.

Required Background, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to be a strong team player, work independently while making independent decisions, and collaborate with others as appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups with a team approach and successful results.
• Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to plan, prioritize, take initiative, resolve problems, meet deadlines and multi-task.
• Must have high integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is preferred and self-supporting as to computer and clerical needs.

Working Conditions:

This position is performed primarily in an office environment while sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as needed. Occasionally lifting and redistribution of food as needed. Must be able to lift and move up to 20 pounds. May require early morning, evening or weekend work or a longer workday as necessary. Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel independently by car for work and have reliable transportation.

Employment requires a negative drug screening, Covid test and vaccination verification and successful background check.

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.