Thanks to a generous grant from City of Sydney, Arc will expand its Food Hub service to UNSW Art & Design in 2025. The food security program will run weekly (Tuesdays) from UNSW Art & Design in Paddington, and once a month from Darlinghurst Community Centre.
This role will oversee the planning and delivery operations of the food pantry program. The Food Hub Officer will support stock ordering from the Food Hub Coordinator. They will also liaise with other local not-for-profits to provide wrap-around support for vulnerable people who access the service. They will work to build the capacity of attendees to enhance their nutritional wellbeing and promote a cohesive community through the program.
They will oversee the recruitment, training and monitoring of a team of Food Hub volunteers who will operationalise the set-up, distribution and pack-down of the Food Hub each week.
ORGANISATION SUMMARY
Arc is the student organisation at UNSW. We are run by students, for students and our mission is to create the best student experience. We deliver on our mission by providing a range of opportunities for students to make friends through clubs and societies, have fun through events, and access support through wellness and Food Hub. We understand that every student is different and has different needs throughout their time at UNSW and we want to be there every step of the way.
Job Description
KEY TASKS & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Liaise with the Food Hub Coordinator, Foodbank NSW and other stakeholders on the delivery and distribution of food each week.
Oversee the set-up, distribution and pack-down of Food Hub at UNSW Art & Design each week.
Ensure Food Hub registration and promotion is executed in a timely manner and that all appropriate reporting is shared with stakeholders.
Oversee the Food Hub Paddington volunteering program. Specifically overseeing:
Volunteer recruitment, training, and management
Internal program operation and long-term strategy
Reward, recognition, retention and offboarding
Desired Skills and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
SELECTION CRITERIA
Current, unrestricted NSW drivers’ license
Tuesday availability for 2025 (10am-4pm)
Demonstrated experience in planning and executing volunteering activities or events (~500 weekly attendees)
Passion and commitment to the primary objective and student life holistically.
Demonstrated passion and enthusiasm for student life on campus, non-academic programs and services offered to students by Arc @ UNSW;
Demonstrated competent use of Windows and Office 365.
Understanding of cultural diversity, awareness, promotion and advocacy.
Thorough knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and risk management practices.
Strong ethical and professional work attitude.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
Experience in the University sector
Food handling skills, food safety qualifications (or the desire to acquire qualifications)
Understanding of inventory management, ordering and stock management.
Strong proven project management skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple aspects of events such as site management, safety protocols, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.
Excellent relationship building, collaboration and communication skills, with the capacity to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor young adults in the areas of project management, events management, people management;
How to Apply
If you would like to apply, submit the following:
Your resume
A covering letter addressing the selection criteria and what is the most interesting thing about you that is not on your resume?
Please note Arc @ UNSW will commence interviews as applications are received. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as the position may be filled prior to the advertised closing date.
