About the Vancouver Urban Farming Society
The Vancouver Urban Farming Society (VUFS) works to strengthen urban farming through education, networking, advocacy and business support towards our mission of growing urban farming in Vancouver and beyond. We do so through programming and events, maintaining a strong network, working with policymakers, as well as public education and engagement. You can learn more about us at http://www.urbanfarmers.ca.
About the Position
VUFS is looking for a part-time Manager to join the team to oversee all aspects of the society with a strong focus on strategic planning and fund development. VUFS is a small organization looking to achieve great things and as such we are looking for a Manager who is able to thrive in this type of environment and work both independently as well as in a collaborative environment. Must be resourceful and flexible.
This is a contract position beginning July 1, 2015 until December 31, 2015 for 15 hours/week plus up to 14 hours of paid training/transition planning with the outgoing VUFS Manager to occur at a mutually determined schedule between June 22 and 30. The position may be extended beyond December 2015 and/or additional hours of work may become available contingent on funding. The work schedule is flexible and will require some evening and weekend availability. You must be available all day on November 21, 2015 to support the Vancouver Urban Farming Forum.
The hourly rate is $20-25 commensurate with experience.
Roles and Responsibilities
Manage core operations and administration of VUFS including finances, communications, and membership
Overseeing and working with the VUFS Program Coordinator to ensure successful implementation of VUFS programming including the 2015 Vancouver Urban Farming Forum
Liaising with the VUFS Board of Directors and attending monthly board meetings
Driving and supporting the VUFS Strategic Planning process
Grant writing to support VUFS work as well as liaising with funders and completing all grant reports
Other responsibilities as agreed upon with the VUFS Board of Directors including implementation of new grant deliverables contingent on receiving funding
Qualifications
Knowledge of urban farming and/or urban agriculture and other forms of small-scale sustainable agriculture and food systems considered a strong asset
Proven leadership and outstanding organizational abilities, ideally within a non-profit and/or grassroots environment
Previous experience in strategic planning processes an asset
Demonstrated self-starter and is confident, reliable, responsible and flexible
Experience overseeing a program coordinator or equivalent experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills, outreach ability, and community/stakeholder engagement
Ability to communicate with people from different sectors
Strong administrative and time management skills and the ability to create and stick to a work plan while reporting to a board of directors
Proficiency with several online platforms including WordPress, MailChimp, various social media, and design programs (e.g. Adobe Suite) considered an asset
Access to a computer, phone, and home/personal office
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to Zsuzsi Fodor:
zsuzsi@urbanfarmers.ca
by June 10 at 5 PM. Please no phone inquiries. We thank all applicants for their interest however only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.