Project Manager

Acfoodbank; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Afro-Caribbean Food Bank Canada Centre seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead the More Than Food program, a holistic initiative addressing immediate food insecurity while advancing long-term financial resilience for Black and Afro-Caribbean families in Edmonton and surrounding communities.

You will provide strategic leadership, supervise staff and volunteers, manage partnerships and budgets, monitor outcomes, and ensure reporting to funders with transparency and accountability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project or program management within non-profit settings.
• Strong understanding of food security, financial literacy, and social service delivery systems.
• Experience leading multi-stakeholder initiatives and diverse teams.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of the More Than Food program.
• Translate objectives into actionable work plans with milestones.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, budgets, and reporting to funders.

Skills

Project management

Non-profit leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Equity-focused

Job description

Join our team at the Afro-Caribbean Food Bank Canada Centre.

“I am because we are.”Connecting communities, preserving cultures and serving with dignity.

Position Overview

The Afro-Caribbean Food Bank Canada Centre is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead the successful implementation of More Than Food: A Holistic Food and Financial Empowerment Program. This initiative is designed to address immediate food insecurity while advancing long-term financial stability and socio-economic resilience among Black and Afro-Caribbean families in Edmonton and surrounding communities.

The Project Manager will provide strategic leadership and oversee the day-to-day operations of the program from inception to completion. This role ensures full alignment with program objectives, funder requirements, and organizational priorities, while maintaining a high standard of accountability, impact, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the More Than Food program in alignment with strategic goals and timelines.
• Translate program objectives into actionable work plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and dignity-centred service delivery.

Team Management & Operations

• Supervise, mentor, and support program staff, facilitators, and volunteers.
• Establish clear roles, expectations, and performance metrics to ensure effective program delivery.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate and lead collaboration with community organizations, partners, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate and manage the Project Steering Committee, ensuring effective participation and alignment.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships to support coordinated service delivery.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Track and analyze program outputs and outcomes, including food distribution, workshop delivery, and participant engagement.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to funders and stakeholders.
• Support the development of evaluation frameworks to measure program impact and inform continuous improvement.
• Monitor program budgets and expenditures in alignment with funding agreements.
• Ensure compliance with all financial, reporting, and accountability requirements.
• Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies while maintaining program quality.

Risk Management & Quality Assurance

• Identify potential risks and challenges; implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Maintain quality standards across all aspects of program implementation.

Sustainability & Growth

• Contribute to sustainability planning and long-term program development.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships, funding, and program expansion beyond the initial funding period.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in project or program management, preferably within a non-profit or community-based setting.
• Strong understanding of food security, financial literacy, and social service delivery systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with Black-led organizations and culturally diverse communities.
• Ability to apply equity-focused, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Experience with program evaluation, reporting, and accountability frameworks.

Core Competencies

• Strategic leadership and execution
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership development
• Results-driven program management
• Cultural competency and inclusive leadership
• Accountability, integrity, and attention to detail

Position Impact

This role is central to advancing the Afro-Caribbean Food Bank’s mission of delivering more than food, supporting individuals and families on a pathway from immediate relief to long-term stability, empowerment, and independence.

Salary: $45,000 to $55,000

The Afro-Caribbean Food Bank Canada Centre (ACFBCC) serves diverse communities across Edmonton, with a focused commitment to newcomers and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) populations. While we specialize in culturally appropriate food options, our services are open to the public and available to anyone in need, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, or background.

Charitable number 796758969RR0001

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