About Food Banks Canada

At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and bolster their critical efforts. Through diligent research, we delve into the root causes of food insecurity, devising actionable solutions informed by our findings as we work to create a Canada where no one goes hungry.

In 2024, Waterstone Human Capital recognized our workplace for embodying one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures of the year. This distinction highlights best-in-class Canadian organizations with cultures that have helped them enhance performance. For us, performance means advancing our mission and achieving organizational goals collaboratively with a team that is happy, healthy and engaged.

Our efforts and impact are expanding, and we're opening doors for passionate, teamwork-driven professionals in search of a career that's both meaningful and captivating. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all our roles at Food Banks Canada as we support Canadians across the country.

About the Role

We are looking for a Communications and Social Media Manager to help share our mission of ending hunger in Canada with the world. This role is perfect for a savvy communicator who loves to craft compelling content, spark engagement, and lead strategic campaigns across multiple social platforms. Reporting to the Director of External Communications, you’ll shape our online voice, grow our digital community, and champion the Food Banks Canada brand across departments and audiences. From leading influencer collaborations and managing social listening to supporting major campaigns like HungerCount and After the Bell, you’ll have the opportunity to make real impact every day. This meaningful role is perfect for someone who is passionate about storytelling, thrives in a collaborative fast-paced environment, and is a champion for our mission.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide recommendations to the Director of External Communications related to the development of the Food Banks Canada social media and digital communications strategy
• Lead and execute various social media campaigns to support engagement and grow our social media following
• Manage the writing, editing, and posting of key social communications on various platforms
• Manage all social listening, posting, and responding through a variety of social media channels (Facebook, Bluesky, Instagram, and LinkedIn via Hootsuite, etc.) in a timely fashion
• Manage the organization’s annual social media plan and calendar
• Work with media AOR in the development, execution and evaluation of paid social campaigns
• Execute social media strategies including influencer outreach programs
• Execute project planning and management of all social media communications campaigns

What You Will Need

• Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent in business, communications, journalism, public relations, or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ related experience
• Proven experience working in a digital environment with lead responsibility for social media, content management systems and analytics and measurement platforms
• Proven experience with Cision and Hootsuite or comparable platforms is required
• Proven advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced social media platform functional knowledge and understanding of changing platform trends
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to understand underlying reasons for trends
• Strong organizational skills with ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects, meet deadlines and priorities
• Attention to detail and accuracy including strong proofreading and editing skills
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset

Working Conditions

• Full-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work
• This position is remote and may be based anywhere in Canada
• Occasional travel within Canada may be required

Application Information

If this opportunity to work with an exciting, growing, national non-profit appeals to you, please apply with your cover letter, resume and a writing sample. Additional information on this role can be found in the full job description.

This posting will remain open until noon PST on Friday, July 25^th, 2025.

We look forward to hearing from and connecting with you!

Food Banks Canada believes that diversity is the cornerstone of excellence within our team and mirrors the community we serve. We warmly invite candidates of all genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply. Committed to an accessible recruitment journey, Food Banks Canada ensures a barrier-free experience. Should you be approached for a job opportunity, please reach out to alleta@engagedhr.com if you require accommodations.

We thank all those who apply but only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.