Senior Programs Coordinator

Who We Are 

At the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, our mission is to lead a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. We believe everyone--of every race, gender, sexuality, age, and income--deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to food security which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to remain on the front lines, along with our community-based partners, to provide nutritious food and resources for Oklahomans facing hunger.

Job Description 

Are you passionate about making a tangible impact in the lives of seniors and building partnerships that expand community support? The Senior Program Coordinator plays a pivotal role in managing the operations of senior food pantries and fostering relationships to ensure food security for our neighbors. This position goes beyond logistics, tapping into your leadership, collaboration and strategic thinking to enhance the well-being of seniors across Oklahoma. If you're looking for an opportunity to combine program management, community engagement and volunteer leadership, this role is for you. 

A Day in the Life 

Senior Food Pantry Operations: 

• Operation of the senior food pantries at Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) sites. 

• Coordinate the senior pantry schedules with OCHA. 

• Monitor the senior pantry and food box sites for USDA compliance.  

• Expand the senior pantry program to additional housing authority sites. 

Volunteer Coordination and Training: 

• Work with local volunteer organizations (RSVP, AARP, etc.) to recruit senior volunteers for food pantries. 

• Train and coordinate volunteers. 

• Work alongside volunteers at senior pantries. Help with delivery, stocking, cleanup, assist client shopping and interact with housing authority staff. 

Inventory and Program Management: 

• Maintain senior pantry inventory. Order product for pantries. Ensure proper handling and display of the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) food. 

• Order for and manage senior residential food boxes. 

• Collect and maintain paperwork and monthly reports from senior pantries and senior residential food box programs. 

• Track program data and submit reports to the program manager. 

• Work with Food for Health staff to develop Healthy Senior Pantry program at senior pantry sites. 

• Conduct impact data assessment of assigned senior programs. 

Partnerships and Community Engagement: 

• Work with regional food pantries to improve services for seniors within the community.  

• Partner with indigenous organizations and tribes on new hunger programs for native seniors. 

• Maintain relationships with partner organizations, program clients and volunteers. 

• Ensure proper program procedures and success. 

• Promote senior programs at various community events. 

• Program presentations to new partners and community groups as needed. 

• Assist with team projects as assigned. 

Please apply on our Career Page.