The Executive Director oversees the day-to-day operations of FMAM, taking direction from the Board of Directors. The position is a contract with flexible hours but will require attendance at all face-to-face or conference call Board meetings and other selected events.
Our mission statement: Farmers' Market Association of Manitoba Co-op Inc is the network and progressive voice connecting member markets, partners and Manitoba communities to further the growth of farmers' markets and local economies in a sustainable, nurturing way.
Contract details will be dependent on funding.
Resumes will be accepted until November 20, 2008.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will assume the role of Executive Director with respect to the following:
General Management and Administration Functions
- plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the association operations
- ensure that activities meet the mandate and objectives of the association
- participate in policy development by preparing reports and briefs for committees, the board and relevant working groups
- ensure proper operational procedures are in place and followed
- recruit, hire, and direct contractors with the approval of the board
- prepare agendas for board meetings, take minutes at meetings and finalize and distribute minutes
- prepare reports and briefs for the board, members and funders as needed
- review payables and ensure prompt payment as required
- oversee and review accounting activities in order to present the financial situation to the board as needed
Fundraising Functions
- identify funding options, plan and prepare fundraising applications as required
- provide professional management of key fundraising events undertaken by the association in conjunction with member markets
- communicate and respond to information required by funders/potential funders
- assist in the preparation of reports for funders
Membership, Support and Services Functions
- responsible for planning, organizing, budgeting and co-coordinating all membership events, including the Annual General Meeting
- provide information and support to members
- maintain relationship with board, committees, members, vendors, consumers and volunteers
Marketing and Communications Functions
- ensure that all marketing and communication activities are consistent, professional and accurately represent the association
- identify and create marketing and communication systems and networks as needed to ensure that information is provided to internal and external markets as appropriate
Advocacy Functions
- may represent the organization for the purpose of government liaison and media relations as required, to present member concerns and advocate for required changes in policy and procedures as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with people from various backgrounds and at various levels of authority
- Ability to work as part of a team in a variety of roles and to work independently
- Excellent time management skills with proven ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines for both short and long term projects
- Bookkeeping experience and understanding of financial accounting procedures
- Experience in management in the non-profit sector
- Understanding and/or experience within the farming community and/or farmers' markets would be considered an asset
- Proficient in office software such as the entire Microsoft Office suite, and ability to maintain a website using a content management system (online)
- Experience in developing and implementing marketing programs
- Ability and understanding of funding processes, strong proposal writing skills and ability and experience in preparing reports, particularly for funders
- Research skills particularly with respect to researching funders
- Meeting management skills
Education and Experience
- Post secondary in a related field
- A minimum of two years experience in a not for profit or public agency management including supervising paid staff. Experience working with a Board of Directors is desirable.
Work Environment
- The Executive Director is responsible for having a secure place in which to conduct the business of FMAM
- Hours and remuneration - Pending funding
Please submit resumes, along with a covering letter, no later than 5pm November 20th, 2008. Short listed candidates will be contacted by November 25th, 2008, with the successful candidate being contacted within 2 days of their interview. Late applications will not be considered.
All inquiries regarding this opportunity should be directed to:
Sandra Johnson, Board member
Hiring Committee
info@manitobafarmersmarkets.ca
www.manitobafarmersmarkets.ca
204.376.5167
