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We are currently seeking a Managing Director to head up Meals & More, a registered charity, on a full-time, permanent basis, reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Meals & More.
Meals & More transforms the school holidays by supporting the provision of healthy meals and enriching activities through trusted community partners. We collaborate with holiday clubs across the UK with a particular focus on areas of financial and social depravation. These clubs ensure that children (and their carers), have a safe environment to grow and thrive, we believe that every child matters and deserves a good start in life, not only at school but throughout the year. Celebrating 10 years in 2025, Meals & More was founded by Brakes (now Sysco GB) and continues to benefit from their strong partnership as our largest funder.
The Managing Director is responsible for the day-to-day management, strategic growth and direction of Meals & More, together with the line management of the Meals & More team (currently 3 colleagues). In addition, the Managing Director provides support and is accountable to the Board of Trustees, is responsible for oversight of the finances and reporting systems. The Managing Director works closely with the Meals & More Trustees, Meals & More colleagues, the Sysco GB network as well as both current and potential Delivery Partners and Corporate Supporters throughout the UK and Ireland. Relationships with stakeholders of all types including MPs is also key.
The Managing Director will drive awareness and support for Meals & More in all areas, from public engagement to partner and delivery partner relations. The Managing Director will lead on the development of Meals & More’s strategy as well as the day to day running of the charity.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
* To lead on the delivery of Meals & More’s charitable purpose through its delivery partners, including locating and onboarding delivery partners, collecting regular data from them so as to demonstrate the effective application of the charity’s funds.
* To lead on the delivery and development of the strategy for growth, working with key stakeholders to do so. Reporting to the Trustees on the progress of that delivery.
* Support the Meals & More Corporate Partnerships manager to create a sustainable funding pipeline, with the goal of increasing the number of supporters who support the programme financially.
* Develop and lead as appropriate on new sources of fundraising, including applications to grant giving foundations.
* Act as an ambassador for Meals & More both externally and internally within Sysco GB, building relations with the Sysco GB executive leadership team as well as colleagues within the business.
* Continue to strengthen Meals & More’s representation and advocacy in conjunction with the Sysco GB. Representing Meals & More on external panels and government organisations.
About you:
To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of the charitable landscape and the issues around child poverty and knowledge or experience of fundraising including grants, (giving and receiving). You will have leadership experience and be passionate and flexible, with a genuine commitment to making a difference. You build strong, authentic relationships and are willing to collaborate openly with partners, clubs, and your team. You are optimistic and solutions-focused, leading with warmth and integrity, inspiring a team that truly embodies the collaborative, optimistic, and authentic spirit of Meals & More.
Bringing an understanding of the school catering, local authority, and holiday provision landscape is desirable.
What you’ll receive:
* Car allowance of £5,500 per annum.
* Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, with option to purchase additional holidays + bank holidays.
* Huge discounts on a variety of food and award-winning products through the Sysco staff shop.
* Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo.
* Recognition awards and Incentives.
Our Background:
* Meals & More provides support to children who live with poverty and social isolation and have limited access to adequate food provision and activity throughout school holiday periods. Meals & More provides funds and resources that help our delivery partners run holiday clubs across the United Kingdom. Founded by Brakes (Now Sysco GB) in 2015, Meals & More is an independent registered Charity.
* Through sustained growth, Meals & More reached its goal of supporting provision of 2.5m meals through its network of partners. With over 35,000 children and young people attending clubs during the holidays, annually, we are now aiming to double our support by 2030.
* Meals & More is a catalyst for positive change, bringing likeminded people together, creating the opportunity to improve life chances and feed young futures. Through provision of healthy food and enriching educational and physical activities, Meals & More partnerships contribute to be supportive environments, boosting health, self-belief, and aspirations. We believe that every child matters and deserves a good start in life, not only at school but throughout the year.
* Our Partners and supporters have a clear understanding of Meals & More aims and collective challenges. We embrace all opportunities to work with organisations and businesses that have similar goals and share our aspiration to make a difference.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
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* Job function
Management
* Industries
Non-profit Organizations and Wholesale Food and Beverage
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