Initiative on Canadian Seed Security
Organization: FarmFolk CityFolk
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
A part time program-support role for someone with strong communication and
collaboration skills; experience in progra
m development and management;
knowledge about seed and food security; and is looking for fulfilling and
engaging work.
FarmFolk CityFolk is a not-for-profit society and Canadian registered charity.
Since 1993, FarmFolkCityFolk has worked to cultivate local, sustainable food
systems across British Columbia. Working with a variety of partners from
farmers and chefs to not-for profit societies and corporate partners, our
projects provide: access to, and protection of, foodlands; support for local
growers and producers; and engaging communities in the celebration of local
food.
Currently FarmFolkCityFolk is contracted by USC Canada to coordinate the Bauta
Family Initiative on Canadian Seed Security in BC. The project aims to build a
resilient seed system by increasing the quantity, quality and diversity of
ecologically-grown seed, promoting public access to seed, advancing the knowledge
of seed producers and building collaboration within the seed sector.
Outreach and communications, with both program participants and the public
through social media and other means, is a significant role of this position.
If you are experienced in program development, strong on communications and
outreach, knowledgeable about seed, free for occasional travel, and like
working both independently and in small teams, this contract position is for
you. This position will allow you to help build and strengthen existing
programs and relationships and in return offer the opportunity for a diversity
of experiences which will give you the chance to show off your current skills
and learn new skills along the way.
Working under the direction of the Bauta Regional Coordinator, out of our
Vancouver office, you will…
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Ensure strong communications about the program with seed producers, farmers,
and the public throughout BC
• Includes extensive use of social media and web-based communications tools
• Support Coordinator with program planning and logistics
• Share in oversight and evaluation of select program activities
• Support the organization and promotion of field days and seed workshops in
the Lower Mainland, Okanagan, Vancouver Island and the North.
• Participate in developing and stewarding the regional strategy for the
program
• Support grant writing and communications with grant recipients
• Develop and oversee additional activities as relevant
Qualifications:
• Strong experience in project development and coordination
• Strong communications and social media skills – written, verbal and online
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
• Experience working on programming at the regional level
• Excellent time-management skills
• Proven commitment to food security
• Basic knowledge of the science of seed
Compensation:
The contract is part time – approximately 14 hours per week, from February 2016
– January 31, 2017 and may be renewed for an additional year. It offers a wage
of $18.00/hour to start, with the possibility of increased wage and extended
hours and duties – dependent on available funds.
Application Deadline: 15 January 2016
Please email resume and cover letter in pdf format to:
chris@farmfolkcityfolk.ca
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.