Business Manager

Job Description Job Title:Business Manager – Pelham Cares Inc.

Position Type: Full Time, Salaried

Location: Fonthill Office, Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm

Reports to: President and Board Executives

Company Overview: Pelham Cares is a Non-Profit Charitable Organization dedicated to fostering a thriving community in Pelham, Ontario. Our mission is to unite and empower Pelham residents in supporting one another, promoting optimal well-being, independence, and community involvement. Our values are rooted in Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Collaboration.

Summary: As the Business Manager at Pelham Cares Inc., you will play a pivotal role in driving the organization's mission forward. This position involves managing day-to-day operations, providing leadership to a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, building strategic partnerships with external organizations, and working with the Board of Directors. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of Pelham residents.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence: Oversee the daily operations of Pelham Cares, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. Make informed decisions on resource allocation to maximize the impact of our programs and services.
• Team Leadership: Manage and inspire 3 part-time staff members and a dedicated team of volunteers. Facilitate a positive work environment, ensuring tasks are effectively delegated, and conduct annual performance reviews.
• Community Partnership Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with social services, municipality, industry, and business organizations to enhance operational efficiency and broaden the reach of our initiatives.
• Board Collaboration: Actively participate in all Board meetings, presenting monthly updates on operational activities. Bring forth new opportunities and requests for consideration, showcasing your proactive approach to enhancing Pelham Cares' impact.
• Communication and Marketing: Oversee marketing, social media, and communication efforts, collaborating with the President to coordinate media interactions. Share compelling stories that highlight the positive impact of Pelham Cares in the community.
• Resource Management: Supervise the procurement and distribution of essential items, with a focus on food safety standards. Coordinate bulk purchases, maintain inventory, and work closely with volunteers to ensure efficient sorting and distribution.
• Volunteer Coordination and Fundraising: Lead efforts in volunteer coordination, community outreach, and fundraising activities. Inspire community engagement and support to further the organization's goals.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Post-secondary education.
• Management Experience: Proven experience in a management or supervisory role in a non-profit charity is mandatory and experience in a food bank is ideal.
• Volunteers: Proven experience working with volunteers in a charity or a food bank (preferably both).
• Leadership Skills: Exhibit effective leadership, a positive and outgoing personality, and strong listening skills. Build and lead a cohesive team.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills.
• Autonomy: Ability to meet deadlines and work independently with initiative.
• Accounting: Basic accounting experience is an asset.
• Food Safety: Possess or be willing to obtain a valid food safety training certification.

In addition to the exciting responsibilities outlined above, this role offers:

• Leading a great team of caring staff and volunteers
• A meaningful career with exposure to diverse clients and environments where you make a difference in people’s lives
• Working with like-minded people who put clients' interests first
• Networking with other Food Bank agencies and local government
• Planning and attending community events (food drives, volunteer appreciation, AGM)
• Participating in determining the future of Pelham Cares

Join us in creating a vibrant and caring community at Pelham Cares Inc. where your skills and passion can make a real difference.

Apply now and be a catalyst for positive change!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-15