Community Engagement Coordinator

Sharing Excess is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit focused on addressing food insecurity by rescuing surplus food and distributing it to those in need. While over 47 million people in the U.S. face food insecurity, nearly 40% of the nation's food supply is going to waste. By partnering with grocery stores, restaurants, wholesalers, and farmers, Sharing Excess has delivered nearly 100 million meals to a network of nonprofits, food banks, and community organizations. We operate with a dynamic, creative team that is laser-focused on improving access to excess food and making food a basic human right. If you're passionate about connecting with people, building innovative solutions, and want to make a lasting impact, look no further than team SE!

Position Overview:

The Community Engagement Coordinator will play an instrumental role in building and expanding Sharing Excess's connections within local communities, colleges, and universities. This position is focused on managing and growing our community engagement efforts, particularly our pop-up food distributions and volunteer events, while also supporting our marketing and communications efforts through social media and newsletters. The ideal candidate will be passionate about community building, food justice, and creating long-lasting, positive relationships that further our mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Pop-Up Support & Logistics :

• Assist in managing and coordinating pop-up food distribution events, including tasks like loading produce, setting up tents, and interfacing with volunteers.
• Ensure efficient setup, operation, and breakdown of pop-up events, maintaining smooth interactions with attendees and volunteers.
• Safely handle pallets of produce using forklifts or manual methods and drive our cargo van for reliable deliveries.

Volunteer Management & Engagement :

• At distribution events, guide and manage volunteer teams including students, corporate groups, and local community members.
• Support volunteer recruitment efforts and ensure strong engagement by fostering a welcoming and impactful experience.

Community Engagement & Outreach :

• Build and deepen relationships with local community groups, colleges, universities, and nonprofit partners.
• Act as a representative of Sharing Excess at community events, educating the public about our mission and impact.

Marketing & Communications :

• Support our communications team by helping manage our social media platforms and creating engaging newsletters that highlight the impact of our work.
• Participate in content creation for social media and email campaigns, promoting upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and community stories.

Collaboration with Distribution Team :

• Help the distribution team strengthen communication with recipient organizations, ensuring that our food rescue operations are effective and impactful.

Qualifications:

Education :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Public Health, or related fields).

Experience :

• Previous experience in community outreach, volunteer management, or a similar role is highly preferred.
• Experience coordinating community events is highly preferred.
• Strong passion for food justice, community-building, and nonprofit work.

Skills :

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage logistics for events and activities in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Experience with social media management and content creation is a plus.

Other Attributes :

• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in engaging with a diverse range of people.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Access to a personal vehicle and flexibility with evenings/weekends for community events.
• Availability Saturdays 9 am-5 pm for in-person events in West Philadelphia.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $50,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Flexible Scheduling to help maintain a work-life balance.
• Paid Time Off to recharge and take care of yourself.
• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (flexible, hybrid).

Sharing Excess is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Sharing Excess is one of the fastest-growing food rescue organizations in America, built on a simple but powerful mission: to reduce food waste through scalable and sustainable solutions. What started as a grassroots movement now operates across the country—moving nearly 2 million pounds of food every week, 100 million pounds annually, to thousands of community partners nationwide. Our work is visionary, impactful, and deeply human. We move quickly, think creatively, and operate like a high-growth startup—with the heart of a grassroots movement. From building custom technology to rethinking the food supply chain, we’re actively reshaping how food reaches communities. If you're looking for a career with purpose - where your daily efforts make the world a better place - look no further than team SE.