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Overview Elevate Your Career and Impact at Second Harvest Department/Division: National Operations Food Rescue Reports to: Senior Operations Manager (Western Canada) Salary: $65,000 to $70,000 Per Annum Plus Benefits Status: Full-Time Remote Work: 100% Remote Work Home-office based Location: Candidates must live in Lower Mainland, BC (Greater Vancouver Area or the Fraser Valley) Travel Requirements: Travel across British Columbia, with occasional travel across Canada and to Second Harvest office in Toronto, Ontario. The Opportunity AwaitsWhere Passion Meets Impact! Operations Manager (British Columbia) Are you a strategic, community-minded leader who thrives in dynamic environments? Do you believe good food should never go to waste while people go hungry? Join Second Harvest, where every day is an opportunity to make a tangible impact. As our Operations Manager (British Columbia) you will be at the heart of our missionscaling food rescue operations and building partnerships that nourish communities and protect the planet. Why This Role Matters Second Harvest is on a mission to ensure no food goes to waste and no Canadian goes hungry. In this role, you will lead the charge in British Columbia, expanding our reach, strengthening relationships, and driving innovation in food recovery. You will work with food donors, non-profits, and other community stakeholders to get rescued food to those who need it mostwhile reducing environmental impact. What You Will Do Build Regional Impact : Cultivate strong partnerships with non-profits, food donors, and other regional stakeholders, to maximize food rescue efforts in British Columbia. Be a Voice for Change : Represent Second Harvest at events, conferences, and speaking engagements to raise awareness and inspire action. Support Our Partners : Deliver exceptional service to our network of donors and non-profits, resolving issues and providing training to strengthen their food rescue capabilities. Team Management : Lead regional operations staff in British Columbia fostering a positive team culture while setting objectives, assigning accountabilities, monitoring performance, and conducting annual reviews. Drive Innovation : Collaborate with teams to improve our operations, including identifying enhancements to our Food Rescue App. Measure What Matters : Track data, report on progress, and implement quality improvements to optimize our impact. Amplify Our Mission : Work with Marketing & Communications to generate media interest and boost visibility. Lead the Movement : Organize and support community food distributions, pursue innovative approaches to food redistribution, and expand our footprint across British Columbia. Who You Are Strategic & Solutions-Oriented : You thrive in ambiguity and love solving complex challenges. Connector & Collaborator : You build relationships with ease and rally people around a shared mission. Innovative & Entrepreneurial : You are always looking for better ways to do things and are not afraid to take initiative. Technically proficient : You are confident in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Adaptable & Resilient : You embrace change and grow through it. Mission-Aligned : You are passionate about sustainability, food rescue, and hunger relief. Experienced in Non-Profit Work : You understand the unique dynamics of the sector and are ready to lead with purpose. Must have valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel within BC . Ability to travel across Canada to industry events and to meetings at head office in Toronto, Ontario. Why Join Us? At Second Harvest, you are not just taking a jobyou are joining a movement. We offer: A chance to make a real difference every day. A collaborative, purpose-driven team Opportunities for growth and innovation A workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion Perks At Second Harvest, we believe that doing meaningful work should come with meaningful rewards. Here is what you can look forward to when you join our team: Competitive Compensation : We offer a strong salary package, plus a defined benefit pension plan with employer matchingbecause your future matters. Generous Time Off : Start with four weeks of vacation and three personal days to recharge, reflect, and reconnect. Comprehensive Benefits : Enjoy full health and dental coverage, vision care, paramedical services, a healthcare spending account, disability leave, and life insurance with no waiting period. Your benefits begin on your first day. Group RRSP with Employer Match : We invest in your long-term financial well-being. Employee & Family Assistance Program : Access confidential support for lifes challengesbecause we care about your whole self. Learning & Development Support : We will back your growth with education and professional development reimbursement. Flexible Work Hours : We understand life happensour flexible approach supports your work-life balance. Purpose-Driven Career Growth : Be part of a team where your work directly improves lives and protects the planet. Ready to Make a Real Impact? Ready to Apply. Prepare your materials and consider applying today. If you are passionate about sustainability, food justice, and community empowermentthis is your moment. Join Second Harvest and be part of a bold movement that is rescuing food, feeding communities, and protecting the planet. Heres How to Apply Submit your cover letter and resume through our online application portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so dont waitapply now and take the first step toward a purpose-driven career. We Are Committed to Equity & Inclusion Second Harvest is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including racialized persons/persons of color, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. Second Harvest is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. Please let us know if you require any accommodations. Want to learn more about who we are and what we do? Visit us at #J-18808-Ljbffr