Citizen Engagement Manager Job at The Food Foundation | Salary Up to £43,092 | Apply by 15 Oct 2026
Overview
The Food Foundation is seeking a permanent, full-time Citizen Engagement Manager to lead its citizen engagement initiatives and manage the Food Ambassador programme. The position involves integrating citizen engagement into organizational priorities, overseeing safeguarding activities, and ensuring that individuals affected by food insecurity have opportunities to influence public policy, research, campaigns, and decision-making.
The role is structured around 37.5 hours per week, with options for remote work from the UK or a hybrid arrangement based in London. The position may require occasional travel, meetings across the UK, and work outside standard office hours.
Who can apply
This opportunity is suited for professionals with a strong commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, food policy, community participation, and campaigning. Applicants should possess significant experience working directly with citizens or volunteers, a solid understanding of safeguarding, and the ability to build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
Desired qualifications include three or more years of direct experience working with volunteers or citizens, experience working with low-income backgrounds, and skills in communicating lived experiences. Additional valuable competencies include staff management, budget administration, developing volunteer systems, and supporting campaigns through social media.
Requirements
Candidates must submit an up-to-date CV with all identifying names and personal information removed to support the organization's anonymized recruitment process. Applications must also include a cover letter and written responses to three specific questions, with each answer limited to a maximum of 300 words.
The three required written questions cover what attracted the applicant to the role, how the applicant meets the requirements, and an example demonstrating the necessary skills. The successful applicant will also be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and provide two references.
What you get
The annual salary is £38,783 for remote workers or £43,092 for hybrid workers based in London. Employee benefits include 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a 5-percent employer pension contribution, flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and access to a cycle-to-work scheme.
How to apply
Interested candidates must submit their anonymized CV, cover letter, and the three written application question responses via email to jobs@foodfoundation.org.uk. The email subject line must read Citizen Engagement Manager.
Key dates
The application deadline is 15 October 2026 at 9:00 AM.