About OzHarvest:
OzHarvest is a leading food rescue organisation on a mission to ‘Nourish our Country’ by stopping good food from going to waste and delivering it to charities that help feed people in need. Through our education programs and our advocacy work, we hope to inspire others to change their behaviour and help reach the national target of halving food waste by 2030.
About the role:
Part-Time | 3 Days a Week (22.8 hours)
Join OzHarvest in a vital role that maximizes the impact of our food rescue operations in Victoria! As a Food Rescue Engagement Coordinator, you’ll drive donor relationships, enhance food rescue efficiencies, and make a real difference in reducing food waste. You’ll be working closely with donors, agencies, and internal teams to ensure food is rescued and redistributed to those in need.
Key Responsibilities:
Enhance Donor Relationships:
- Build and maintain strong, sustainable relationships with donors (supermarkets, food services, etc.).
- Drive food waste diversion goals with donors and increase impact through regular site visits and communications.
- Present improvements and new services to donors and help them achieve their targets.
Business Development & Growth Planning:
- Identify opportunities to increase food volumes and distribution channels.
- Research trends and work with internal teams to create tailored solutions for donors.
- Pitch and develop proposals that align with donor goals.
Research & Coordination:
- Forecast donor and redistribution targets to meet management goals.
- Collaborate with logistics and driver teams to maximize food rescue efficiency.
- Ensure accurate reporting and manage training tools to resolve specific operational issues.
Work Health & Safety (WHS):
- Ensure compliance with WHS regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
- Provide support with logistical tasks as required.
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in customer service, relationship-building, or managing third-party providers.
- Familiarity with supermarket operations and large food donor systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with CRM systems, KPI reporting, and MS Office.
- Current driver’s license, police check, Working with Children’s Check, and food safety qualifications.
Personal Attributes:
- Passionate about OzHarvest’s mission and values.
- Energetic, proactive, and dependable.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
To apply:
Please follow through the online application process and attach your CV, a cover letter, and include a message as to “Why would you like to work at OzHarvest?” (creativity encouraged!).
Please note that only applications with a cover letter addressing the question above will be shortlisted.
OzHarvest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that supports diversity, inclusion and belonging. Please note: If you have a Language or Cultural special consideration, a disability or impairment or use assistive technology, please let us know in your Cover Letter when applying. You can ask a support person to help you through the application and interview process.
