Community Outreach Manager – Temporary Parental Leave Coverage

World Central Kitchen

. Lead frontline community outreach operations so food aid reaches disaster-affected communities quickly .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Spain, Malaysia, Singapore, Poland, Portugal, PhilippinesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in community outreach operations, with the ability to design and implement effective response strategies in disaster-affected areas. Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity, along with the capacity to manage diverse teams in challenging environments.

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Community Outreach LeadershipCrisis ManagementTeam Training and CoachingCultural CompetenceFluency in English

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Hard Skills

Disaster ResponseOperational ManagementAfter-Action ReportingLogistical CoordinationCommunity AssessmentNegotiation SkillsDecision-Making Under PressureProcess ImprovementCost ProjectionField Operations

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceCalm Demeanor in CrisisInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityResilience

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseValid Passport

Industry Keywords

Humanitarian ResponseEmergency ManagementCulinary OperationsMilitary ExperienceEvent Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead frontline community outreach operations so food aid reaches disaster-affected communities quickly
Conduct rapid community assessments and identify urgent food needs
Recruit, train, motivate, and manage locally driven community outreach teams and Corps members
Build trusting, culturally competent relationships with diverse communities
Respond to disaster areas within four hours' notice, usually for activations lasting approximately four weeks
Design and implement adaptable response strategies in natural-disaster and conflict environments
Consult on response scope and manage or implement community outreach operations
Provide regular operational updates to the Response Director
Collaborate with WCK departments, procurement, logistics, finance, and local stakeholders
Ensure transitions and handovers between Activation Managers and rotating Response Corps teams
Complete After-Action Reports and capture process-improvement learnings
Gather beneficiary feedback and recommend response scale-up or wind-down strategies
Share cost projections for meal production and logistical needs
Source materials and supplies and ensure timely delivery to affected areas
Represent World Central Kitchen as an ambassador to beneficiaries, partners, and media
Perform other responsibilities and special projects as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to spend up to 70% of the time in the field
Must live within one (1) hour of an international airport or be willing to relocate
Willingness and ability to travel frequently to remote and potentially hazardous locations within four hours notice
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent preferred, or 5+ years of experience in management roles
Experience in fast-paced, ever-changing environments, preferably military, emergency response, culinary, humanitarian, or event management settings
Experience leading, training, and coaching large teams in challenging and rapidly changing environments
Ability to synthesize a large volume of information into actionable steps under pressure
Ability to work independently with minimal infrastructure and resources
Willingness to work in challenging environments with austere living conditions
Ability to work well with others and take directions to protect yourself and the team
Demonstrated negotiation and diplomacy skills in complex and potentially volatile situations
Calm and composed demeanor during crisis situations, with capacity to make sound decisions under pressure
Physical fitness and stamina to work long hours doing physically demanding tasks in varying and potentially extreme climates
Strong mental resilience and emotional intelligence to cope with stressors associated with working in conflict environments
Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with local communities
Fluency in English required; proficiency in Spanish, French, or Portuguese highly desirable
Must have a valid Driver's License
Must have a valid Passport
Must already hold the right to work in Spain, Malaysia, Singapore, Poland, Portugal, or the Philippines
No visa sponsorship or relocation support provided
Cover letter required
Subject to reference and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits, leave entitlements, and statutory contributions provided in line with the requirements of the country of employment
Opportunities for continuous learning and career development
Supportive and enthusiastic team environment
Compensation benchmarked to the local market and commensurate with experience
Employer of Record HR support, payroll, benefits, and compliance processes where applicable