Northern Facilitator
Food Matters Manitoba is seeking a full-time permanent position (37.5 hours per week) Northern Facilitator. Reporting to the Northern Coordinator/Manager the Northern Facilitator will assist with community food initiatives throughout Northern Manitoba, liaise with community partners, engage program participants, and support evaluation and promotion of program activities.
Main responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Northern Coordinator/Manager to:
- Support community food initiatives and coordinate program activities
- Coordinate purchasing and shipping of materials to communities
- Refine program and resource delivery systems
- Nurture and establish strong relationships with Northern partners to enhance program implementation
- Liaise with partners to coordinate program logistics and facilitate participation in Food Matters Manitoba’s programming, events, and evaluation
- Identify and enable mentorship and training opportunities for community members
- Contribute to knowledge sharing activities both within Food Matters Manitoba and communities
- Assist with gathering stories & photos of activities for Northern Sun newsletter, grant reporting, and other promotional projects
- Share program stories and celebrate community successes through engaging in promotional events
- Identify promotional and funding opportunities for FMM and the Northern Partnerships program
- Support Northern and Development Coordinators/Managers with grant applications, as necessary
- Identify opportunities for collaboration with other staff and programs at Food Matters Manitoba
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Responsibilities:
- Maintain files and records in accordance with Food Matters Manitoba policy
- Assist with other projects and tasks as requested
- Participate in Food Matters Manitoba staff working groups
- Participate in Food Matters Manitoba staff meetings
Working conditions:
This position is based in Winnipeg, with occasional travel to program sites throughout Manitoba being a requirement. Consideration for remote employment will be applied if travel requirements can be fulfilled. Overtime is approved if it is required during travel.
About You:
- Knowledge of traditional harvesting, food production, agriculture, food systems
- Knowledge of and experience working in Northern communities
- Skills, knowledge and experience in food security and/or food programs
- Commitment to working with a diverse Food Matters Manitoba staff team
- Strong oral and written communications skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines
Work week: 37.5 hours per week
Wage: $19 – $22 / hour
Thank you for your interest. Please forward you resume and cover letter by email to info@foodmattersmanitoba.ca (Subject Line: Northern Facilitator). The posting is open until filled. Exact start date to be negotiated.
Food Matters Manitoba strives to be a safe and accessible workplace that celebrates diversity and represents the community in which we live and work. We encourage individuals from equity-seeking groups to apply for the position. Please note that our offices are currently located in a split level-building with no mobility lift or ramp.
