Midwest Regional Program Manager, Twin Cities

MUST BE ALREADY LOCATED IN THE TWIN CITIES AREA

Who We Are and Our Mission

At Food Connect, we bridge gaps in our food system to combat food insecurity, improve health outcomes, and eliminate food waste by connecting food with communities in need and enabling last-mile delivery of fresh, nutritious meals. 

Through logistics solutions and community-driven programs, we partner with local organizations to efficiently deliver healthy food with holistic care, ensuring every meal contributes to a healthier, more prosperous, and sustainable future for both people and the planet.

Founded in 2014, we now operate in five markets: Greater Philadelphia, the San Francisco Bay Area, the Greater Kansas City Region, the Twin Cities Metro, and Greater Newark, New Jersey.

Our Vision

A world where no one goes hungry, and where every local food system betters the health, social, and economic well-being of individuals, their communities, and the planet.

Our Values

Awareness – You communicate clearly, even in complexity

Courage – You own your voice and take initiative

Passion – You believe in the mission and the message

Curiosity – You ask the right questions to drive clarity

Integrity – You deliver what you say you will

About the Role

The Regional Program Manager will lead day-to-day program execution while also serving as Food Connect’s key representative in the Twin Cities, building trusted relationships with partners and the community. This role balances hands-on program management with external representation, ensuring Food Connect’s impact is both operationally excellent and deeply rooted in community needs.

Schedule 

Monday through Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Responsibilities

Program Operations & Logistics

Oversee daily food rescue, delivery, and distribution operations across Twin Cities programs.

Work with logistics team to support driver workforce scheduling, dispatch, and performance to ensure reliability and efficiency.

Track and analyze program data (deliveries, pounds of food, partner reach) to ensure KPIs are met.

Troubleshoot operational challenges in real time, maintaining high standards of quality and dignity in service delivery supporting the logistics team.

Collaborate with the national operations team to align processes, technology, and reporting.

Partnership & Community Engagement

Serve as Food Connect’s local representative to community partners, funders, and coalitions.

Build and sustain strong relationships with food donors, recipient organizations, and community leaders.

Represent Food Connect at community meetings, events, and speaking engagements.

Partner with local advisory councils and stakeholders to integrate community voice into program design and evaluation.

Reporting & Compliance

Prepare regular impact reports highlighting program metrics, challenges, and successes.

Ensure compliance with funder requirements, food safety standards, and internal protocols.

Contribute insights and lessons learned to inform Food Connect’s national strategy.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management and proven program launch and execution required.

Proven ability to manage day-to-day operations and ensure programs run smoothly and effectively.

Strong relationship-building skills, with experience representing an organization to external partners and stakeholders.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

Comfortable using Google Workspace, Excel/Sheets, and project management tools (e.g., Asana).

Resident of the Twin Cities metro area with knowledge of local communities; familiarity with the food system is a strong plus but not required.

Deep commitment to equity, community-driven solutions and service..

Ability to travel within the Twin Cities region for key stakeholder meetings.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package. $75,000-$82,000

Flexible, remote-friendly work environment with occasional travel to regional sites.

Opportunity to make a measurable difference in reducing hunger and food waste nationwide.

A collaborative, mission-driven team that values innovation, compassion, and impact.

Additional Benefits:

Paid Time Off: 10 vacation days + 5 sick days + 1 birthday leave + 1 work anniversary leave

12 Paid Holidays per year

Healthcare benefits

401k benefits plan

4 week paid sabbatical policy after 5 years of employment at Food Connect

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