Position Filled: We are Hiring a Food Security Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Food Security Coordinator is based in Fort St John, BC and will report to the Executive Director. The Food Security Coordinator will:

• Design, execute, and evaluate NOURISH including designing research methodologies, developing programs, supervising and evaluating staff, creating daily schedules and activity plans;
• Develop partnerships with local community groups;
• Organize community outreach and information sessions
• Ensure materials for all activities are gathered and ready for use;
• Perform risk assessments daily, weekly, and as necessary to keep all participants and staff safe;
• Complete all mandatory reports and participate in weekly meetings;
• Represent NEAT and NOURISH professionally at all times
• Be a positive team player
• Complete other duties as assigned

This position may require a varied workweek schedule to accommodate special events and other activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education in food security/food services or equivalent experience
• Sensitivity to and knowledge of environmental issues, especially related to local food security
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to design, gather and analyze research information
• Ability to build community relationships and use information from the community to guide program direction
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised and demonstrate motivation and initiative
• Ability to work varied hours (mornings, evenings, and weekends)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet usage

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

To be eligible for the program, job applicants should meet the following criteria: 

• Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations. 
• Valid BC Driver’s License and regular access to a vehicle
• Meets requirements for working with children
• Subject to security review

Term of Position

• This is a temporary full-time position. Hours of the position will vary according to the activities being undertaken, averaging 35 hours per week for one year.
• Compensation based upon experience
• Reimbursement for use of personal vehicle at $0.55 per kilometer

Duration

This position starts with a qualified candidate and will run for a one year term.