Job: Operations Manager, Part-time & Hybrid, Food Foundation, London, UK

Table; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative charity dedicated to improving access to healthy diets is seeking a proactive Operations Manager. In this part-time and hybrid role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the organization runs smoothly. Collaborating closely with a passionate team, you will manage operations, support staff, and contribute to impactful projects aimed at transforming the food system. If you are well-organized, enjoy problem-solving, and have a knack for communication, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to support staff effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and a problem-solving attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the organization and support staff across all areas.
• Line manage the Operations Assistant and report to the Senior Finance Manager.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

HR Knowledge

Education

Qualifications in HR

Job description

Job: Operations Manager, Part-time & Hybrid, Food Foundation, London, UK

Date: 13 Jan 2025

About the Food Foundation

We believe everyone in the UK deserves access to an affordable healthy diet. We have various projects to reach different groups to improve children’s diets, increase vegetable consumption, influence food policy and inspire change in food and retail businesses & how investment works. We are a small charity that has grown thanks to our success in responding to government announcements, quickly gathering interest and advocating in dynamic ways to create change in the food system.

• Our small enthusiastic and dedicated team makes us agile.
• Our search for evidence-based solutions makes us impactful.
• Our skill in shaping powerful coalitions and harnessing citizens’ voices makes us collaborative.
• Our drive to identify new opportunities for action, and test new levers for change makes us innovative.

About the role

This crucial and hands-on role will be responsible for the smooth running of the organisation. Working closely with the whole team, you will be exposed to all areas of our work, playing a critical role in our delivery of impact, and supporting staff across the organisation. You will report to the Senior Finance Manager and line manage the Operations Assistant.

We are looking for a well-organised individual who enjoys interacting with others and supporting them in their roles. You will be approachable, outgoing, responsive to problems as they arise, and keen to solve them. You should also be committed to ensuring work is completed effectively and efficiently, with excellent communication skills. A background or some qualifications in HR is desirable.