Job Summary:
Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Regional Coordinator
The Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program (FMNCP) Regional Coordinators will support BCAFM and participating farmers’ markets and community partners in the program delivery, systems and administration of the FMNCP in 3 focus regions. There is currently 1 position available in the Kootenays & Columbia Basin.
Key Responsibilities
The BCAFM is seeking friendly, detail-oriented, highly organized individuals who are able to work both independently and collaboratively. The FMNCP Regional Coordinators will report directly to the FMNCP Program Manager.
Each FMNCP Regional Coordinator will create a work plan and strategy, in collaboration with BCAFM FMNCP staff, which is uniquely tailored to the participating farmers’ markets and community partners in their region, as well as developing a community of practice.
The FMNCP Regional Coordinator positions are new and will adapt and evolve to meet the needs of the program. Outlined below are the anticipated support activities to be provided by the FMNCP Regional Coordinators.
Administrative & Logistical Support & Orientation/Training
Support partners to better fulfill the administrative and reporting duties of the FMNCP
Create and share regional specific tools and resources
Program Success & Program Innovation
Identify areas where farmers’ markets and community partners need support in order to make the program more successful.
Create opportunities for community partners and farmers’ markets in the region to communicate, work together and share information.
Media Engagement
Work with partners to create content and strategies to successfully promote the FMNCP, farmers’ markets and community partners through social media and traditional media.
Contribute to BCAFM’s newsletters and communications related to FMNCP activity in the region.
Mentorship
Support farmers’ markets to be more accessible to FMCNP participants.
Share resources to support food literacy activities at farmers’ markets and community partners
Fundraising
Support farmers’ markets and partners in their local and regional fundraising initiatives for the FMNCP, through the development of tools, mentoring and sharing resources.
Identify regional funding opportunities to support and expand the program in the region. Support new grant applications to funders.
Province Wide Networking
Participate in FMCNP meetings, providing updates on the region and seek additional tools and information to share in the region.
Skills & Experience
A minimum of 3 years of work experience in a similar coordinator position
A high level of working knowledge of computers, databases, and software
Able to work independently and from a home office, connecting remotely with the BCAFM head office in Vancouver as needed.
Strong understanding of the FMNCP program operations, as well as farmers’ markets and community partners.
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to problem solve and highly organized
Ability to take initiative and be pro-active
Strong interpersonal skills, a happy disposition, ability to exercise diplomacy, demonstrate a flexible attitude, maintain a positive focus, and use discretion with confidential Information
Knowledge and interest of farmers’ markets or involvement in the local food movement BCAFM values inclusion and diversity. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
Deadline & How to Apply
Please send your cover letter and resume in PDF format, with your name in the title of the document on or before Friday, May 1, 2020 to info@bcfarmersmarket.org
Please include ‘FMNCP Regional Coordinator’ in the email subject line
Please note that interviews may be conducted during the recruitment period and only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.