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Mobile Food Pantry Program Manager

Job Details

Job Location

Home Office - Washington, DC

Secondary Job Location(s)

District of Columbia - Washington, DC; Virginia - Annandale, VA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$60000.00 - $60000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Job Shift

Any

Description

To be considered for any SJCS careers, all applicants must apply using this linkSJCS Careers (https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=666629E45D4513587C50B1BD585D7161)

THIS IS A TEMPORARY JOB ASSIGNMENT

About St. John’s Community Services

As one of the oldest non-profit organizations founded in the District of Columbia, St. John’s Community Services (SJCS) is committed to supporting and advocating for people of all abilities. SJCS works to cultivate caring communities to ensure that all people have the opportunity to thrive, and no one is left behind. We support individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as adults and children experiencing hunger and homelessness in four (4) states and the District of Columbia . At SJCS, w e pride ourselves in meeting every person we support where they are, learning who they are, and affirming their individuality, unique strengths, and hopes. It’s why we exist. A dvancing inclusive communities where every person, regardless of circumstances, has the right and opportunity to live their best life is o ur mission, and our mission is what drives us and is at the heart of our services and programs.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a Mobile Food Pantry Program Manager to oversee the launch, coordination, and management of all aspects of the SJCS Mobile Food Pantry program. This role ensures the timely delivery of nutritious food to food desert communities, manages partnerships and volunteers, maintains compliance with the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) and licensing requirements, and drives program growth through donor engagement, reporting, and strategic planning. The Mobile Food Pantry Program Manager plays a critical role in combating food insecurity, expanding SJCS’s reach into underserved communities, and ensuring individuals and families have consistent access to fresh, healthy food.

Your overall essential responsibilities will be the following:

Program Development & Launch

+ Develop and submit a Food Pantry Program Design, including goals, operational structure, volunteer engagement strategy, and compliance considerations.

+ Conduct research to identify food desert areas and prioritize service locations using data-driven justification.

+ Create and refine operational plans for food delivery, transportation logistics, volunteer coordination, and staffing needs.

+ Establish and manage a launch timeline, including milestone tracking, program growth targets, and community impact reporting.

Daily Operations

+ Oversee and coordinate mobile food pantry activities, ensuring smooth logistics and food safety.

+ Manage food intake, donations, inventory, and distribution through Saltbox and partner systems.

+ Respond promptly to donor, partner, and volunteer communications.

+ Ensure daily compliance with CAFB requirements and organizational standards.

+ Resolve on-site operational issues during distribution events.

Weekly Duties

+ Prepare and submit weekly operational and donor engagement reports; adjust frequency as program stabilizes.

+ Maintain and grow donor and partner relationships through timely follow-ups.

+ Attend or participate in food insecurity coalition and community meetings.

+ Coordinate logistics for food pick-up, delivery, and volunteer scheduling.

+ Monitor progress on program goals and share updates with leadership.

+ Assess inventory and request additional supplies as needed.

+ Visit pop-up distribution sites to ensure service quality and standards.

Monthly Duties

+ Report Gifts-in-Kind (GIK) numbers and volunteer hours to leadership and Finance.

+ Review and ensure ongoing compliance with CAFB and state licensing regulations.

+ Evaluate recent distribution events, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

+ Research and identify grant, RFP, and funding opportunities in collaboration with development staff.

+ Develop new outreach strategies to expand community partners, donors, and volunteer base.

+ Plan upcoming mobile pantry schedules aligned with community needs and organizational resources.

+ Participate in strategic planning meetings with leadership to align pantry operations with SJCS goals.

This list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position is not in its entirety as other duties may be assigned and are expected to be followed.

Other benefits include the following:

+ Medical, dental, vision, STD, and other benefits and company contributions

+ Retirement plans.

+ Company paid LTD.

+ Connectivity reimbursements (some employees)

+ PTO, Vacation, and sick time off.

+ Flexibility

+ Family culture

+ Helping other people live their best lives!

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Do you think that you are a great fit for this position? We are waiting for you to join our team! Apply today on our company website SJCS Careers (https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=666629E45D4513587C50B1BD585D7161) to be considered.

Qualifications

THIS IS A TEMPORARY JOB ASSIGNMENT

You will catch our eye if you have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Human Services, Public Health, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

+ Minimum 3 years of experience in program management, food pantry operations, logistics coordination, or nonprofit leadership.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage volunteers, donors, and community partners effectively.

+ Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

+ Knowledge of compliance standards for food distribution programs (CAFB, food safety, or related).

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office, scheduling software, and inventory management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with mobile or community-based food distribution models.

+ Familiarity with grants management, RFPs, and fundraising initiatives.

+ Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or other languages common in-service areas).

All SJCS employees must:

+ Obtain a valid health certificate to meet SJCS or current funding authority requirements as required.

+ Meet the SJCS and the funding authority requirements of criminal background and record checks.

Physical and environmental conditions include:

+ Mix of office, warehouse, and field work, including travel to food distribution sites.

+ Must be able to lift 25–40 pounds occasionally.

+ Flexible schedule required, including some evenings and weekends.