The position
is open to anyone who resides within the Central Kootenay.
As the Executive Director, you will have overall strategic, financial, and operational responsibility for the Council’s staff, programs, expansion, and the execution of its mission. Duties include fundraising and grant writing, liaising with Central Kootenay local government, overseeing staff, and community outreach. This position requires considerable community engagement, and food systems expertise, connecting people and ideas to formulate and resource projects that advance the vision of the Council.
The need for community food security has never been more evident. As the new Executive Director, you will leverage the widespread interest in food systems resilience to develop programs and partnerships that will help contribute to vibrant food systems and food security in the Central Kootenay.

The position
is currently funded for 20 hours / week at a wage range of $40-50 / hour, depending on qualifications. As the lead fundraiser for the Council, you will have the opportunity to increase your hours.
The Food Policy Council is committed to fostering diversity within our Council and region. We welcome those who will contribute to diversifying our staff including, but not limited to Indigenous People, People of Colour, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and all genders. The new Executive Director will play a lead role in advancing our work to transition our Council to a more justice and equity-based practice.
More information about the Council can be found here. The full job description can be found here.
Interested parties can reach out to info@ckfoodpolicy.ca for more details.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by email to info@ckfoodpolicy.ca The deadline for applications is April 3rd at 5PM Pacific.