About Food Banks Canada At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and bolster their critical efforts. Through diligent research, we delve into the root causes of food insecurity, devising actionable solutions informed by our findings as we work to create a Canada where no one goes hungry. In 2024, Waterstone Human Capital recognized our workplace for embodying one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures of the year. This distinction highlights best-in-class Canadian organizations with cultures that have helped them enhance performance. For us, performance means advancing our mission and achieving organizational goals collaboratively with a team that is happy, healthy and engaged. Our efforts and impact are expanding, and we're opening doors for passionate, teamwork-driven professionals in search of a career that's both meaningful and captivating. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all our roles at Food Banks Canada as we support Canadians across the country. About the Role The Manager, Partnership Development, Agriculture & Food plays a vital role in helping ensure communities across Canada have access to nutritious food by building meaningful partnerships within the agriculture and agri-food sector. Reporting to the Director, National Food Acquisition, this role focuses on securing and growing food donations by collaborating with producers, manufacturers, and industry partners, primarily across Atlantic Canada. Combining relationship building, strategic outreach, and data-informed planning, the Manager works closely with food bank partners and distribution networks to support the efficient recovery and redistribution of food while advancing innovative approaches that increase the quality, quantity, and impact of donations. This is an opportunity for a motivated and relationship-driven professional who enjoys connecting people to purpose, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about strengthening Canada’s food system to better support those in need. What You Will Be Doing - Manage and implement strategies to acquire food, ensuring alignment with donation goals and mission in the agriculture and agri-food sectors across primarily in Atlantic Canada - Work closely with the food bank network to ensure the efficient recovery and distribution of donated food - Cultivate relationships with agricultural producer groups, growers, processors, packers, shippers, manufacturers and wholesalers to increase quality and quantity of food donations - Manage and execute targeted sales and strategic plans to increase food donations - Create and deliver high impact, persuasive presentations and proposals for potential donors and partners using effective techniques to communicate the value of supporting Food Banks Canada and the impact of their contributions - Monitor and report on the success of donor acquisition efforts and food donation campaigns What You Will Need - Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent - Minimum 4 years of sales and/or fundraising experience, with a track record of successful results and the proven ability to build and maintain excellent customer/donor relationships - Demonstrated experience in agriculture, agri-business and or food procurement and sales - Bilingualism (English/French) is considered a strong asset - Entrepreneurial, results oriented, self-motivated by success and demonstrates ability to meet and exceed goals with minimal direction - Highly energetic and enthusiastic, takes initiative with a strong sense of urgency - Collaborative team player, capable of working well with others in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively network and build relationships quickly Working Conditions - Full-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work - This position is remote, but requires frequent regional travel, requiring the candidate to be based within 200km of Moncton, New Brunswick or Halifax, Nova Scotia - Occasional travel within Canada may be required Application Information: If this opportunity to work with an exciting, growing, national non-profit appeals to you, please apply with your cover letter and resume. Additional information on this role can be found in the full job description. This posting will remain open until noon PST March 20, 2026. We look forward to hearing from and connecting with you! Food Banks Canada believes that diversity is the cornerstone of excellence within our team and mirrors the community we serve. We warmly invite candidates of all genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply. Committed to an accessible recruitment journey, Food Banks Canada ensures a barrier-free experience. Should you be approached for a job opportunity, please reach out to alleta@engagedhr.com if you require accommodations. We thank all those who apply but only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Our recruitment process relies on human review. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, select, or assess candidates.

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