Local Engagement Officer, Foodbank (Oasis Hub Waterloo)

FOODBANK & VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR
OASIS HUB WATERLOO

 FULL-TIME, 40 HOURS PER WEEK (1.0 FTE)

1 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

SALARY:  £32,543 per annum

The Oasis Hub Waterloo team are currently looking for a visionary Foodbank & Volunteer Co-ordinator to run the Waterloo Foodbank, work in partnership with the other staff in the wider Lambeth Foodbanks Partnership, and co-ordinate volunteering for Oasis Hub Waterloo.

The successful applicant will continue the work of Waterloo Foodbank, trying to ensure that no one in Waterloo goes hungry. Against a backdrop of increasing need at present, Oasis Hub Waterloo are passionate about working to reduce need for emergency support locally.

The work is demanding but immensely fulfilling.  We are looking for someone with the passion and vision to enable us to help more people. Some of the duties of this newly created role include:

·         Recruitment, training and development of volunteers in a wide range of projects, ensuring all Safeguarding checks are completed.

·         Managing relationships with Foodbank referral partners, donors and

·         Management and sourcing of food stocks and food collections

The successful applicant will also need to demonstrate:

·         An understanding of social welfare policy

·         Experience of operating a Foodbank or similar project

·         Proven people management skills and experience of co-ordinating volunteers.

·         A high level of computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a polite telephone manner.

·         Excellent numerical literacy and organisational skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a difference to communities on a local level, while improving your employability skills.  As part of the package, Oasis offers:

• A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
• A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)
• A friendly working environment with a supportive team, based in Central London.

If you are interested in being part of this fantastic project and want to know more or for an application pack, Please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs website for further details

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups.

Completed applications should be returned by 9am Wednesday 6th March 2024.

Interviews will take place in Waterloo Wednesday 13th March 2024.

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. The successful candidate will need to be provide proof of the right to work in the UK. 

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889